The UAE Ministry of Investment and China Securities signed an MoU on October 13, 2026, to enhance bilateral investment and capital flows. The partnership supports China Securities' regional presence in the Dubai International Financial Centre and targets asset management, capital markets advisory, and institutional investor links.
A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology is attending the China International Industry Fair 2026 in Shanghai. The visit focuses on exploring investment partnerships in advanced technology, smart manufacturing, and automation. Participating entities include major UAE industrial, investment, and development organizations.
Members of the UAE Federal National Council took part in the 2026 Legislators Forum for Friendly Exchanges in Tianjin, China. UAE representative Sumaya Abdullah Al Suwaidi highlighted legislative frameworks for industrial and educational partnerships and showcased the Operation 300bn strategy. Discussions centered on advanced technologies, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and industry-academia cooperation.
Spot gold traded at $4,185.69 an ounce as trend-following funds accumulated an estimated $10 billion net short position. Concurrently, China's central bank extended its gold buying streak to 23 consecutive months, adding approximately 23 tonnes in September. Analysts note that structural accumulation by central banks is offsetting speculative selling ahead of key US inflation data.
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