An analysis published by Eurasia Review examines foreign infrastructure and port investments across the Horn of Africa by Middle Eastern and Asian powers. The op-ed details how geopolitical positioning by players such as the UAE and China often supersedes traditional commercial returns in Red Sea maritime corridors.
Dubai-based luxury fragrance label Kayali has officially launched across mainland China through an exclusive retail agreement with Sephora. The brand is now available in more than 300 Sephora doors nationwide, with founder Mona Kattan directly involved in the rollout.
Chinese sealant producer Kastar announced it will present its silane-modified polymer sealant technology at The Big 5 Global 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The company plans to showcase multi-purpose and fast-drying MS polymer sealants to international building materials buyers and distributors. Kastar will also promote OEM and ODM customization backed by five production facilities covering 150,000 square meters in China.
Dubai Municipality has awarded four contracts valued at AED 3 billion ($817 million) for Phase 3 of the Tasreef stormwater programme. The work will add approximately 100 kilometres of main drainage lines covering nearly 100 square kilometres across 11 districts. Participating contractors include China State Construction Engineering Corporation alongside local construction firms.
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