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China Classification Society Concludes Technical Consultations at ADIPEC 2026 in Abu Dhabi

China Classification Society has concluded its official participation at the ADIPEC 2026 exhibition in Abu Dhabi. The agency held technical consultations with Middle Eastern executives on standards alignment, offshore facility classification, and safety verification for alternative-fuel vessels. The initiative aims to support expanding maritime energy logistics across Gulf transport corridors.

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UAE Non-Oil Foreign Trade Rises 10.1% to Dhs2.945 Trillion in 9M 2026

The UAE's non-oil foreign trade increased 10.1% year-on-year to AED 2.945 trillion in the first nine months of 2026, approaching the AED 3 trillion mark. Growth was driven by record non-oil exports of AED 705.8 billion, which climbed 21.6%. In September 2026, monthly non-oil exports surpassed AED 100 billion for the first time.

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China’s Jereh Wins Three UAE Onshore Energy Packages Worth $2.7 Billion

China's Jereh Group announced that its Abu Dhabi subsidiary has received letters of award for three onshore oil and gas development packages from ADNOC Onshore valued at approximately $2.7 billion. The packages cover surface processing facilities for the Ruwais Diyab unconventional gas field and wellhead tie-in works across multiple mature oilfields. Definitive contracts remain subject to final execution.

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Emirates Publishers Association Inks Pacts Including China Translation Pilot at SIBF

The Emirates Publishers Association has signed memorandums of understanding with the Sharjah Media Council and Publishing 3.0+ during the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair. The partnership with Publishing 3.0+ launches a pilot Arabic-Chinese translation initiative to connect publishers in the UAE, Hong Kong, and mainland China. A companion agreement with the Sharjah Media Council aims to streamline bureaucratic procedures and services for local publishers.