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PowerChina Concludes EPC Works on 1.5-Gigawatt Al Ajban Solar Project in Abu Dhabi

Power Construction Corporation of China is concluding engineering, procurement, and construction works on the 1.5-gigawatt Abu Dhabi PV3 Al Ajban solar project. Built across roughly 20 square kilometers, the development marks PowerChina's first utility-scale solar plant in Abu Dhabi. Upon grid connection, the facility is projected to generate 4.4 billion kilowatt-hours of clean electricity annually.

China–UAE News

CNPC Showcases Green Transition and AI Innovations at ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi

China National Petroleum Corporation presented its green transition progress and artificial intelligence innovations at ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi. The state-owned energy company highlighted its UAE offshore operations, ecological initiatives, and academic contributions. CNPC also noted its ongoing cooperation with Emirati energy partners on low-carbon technologies.

China–UAE News

UAE and China Hold Consular Consultations in Abu Dhabi on Business Mobility

The UAE and China held their third round of consular consultations in Abu Dhabi to review bilateral ties and mutual visa exemptions. Both delegations focused on facilitating cross-border mobility for business delegations and investment missions. Alongside the talks, Abu Dhabi-based NMDC Group established a cooperation framework with the China Chamber of Commerce for the Petroleum Industry at ADIPEC 2026.

Industry News

Chinese Banks Provide Dollar Facilities to QatarEnergy and Saudi Aramco

Four major Chinese state commercial banks have agreed to provide a US$3 billion loan facility to QatarEnergy, while Saudi Aramco is negotiating a US$10 billion credit facility involving Chinese lenders. These dollar-denominated commitments follow a record US$11.5 billion in Chinese bank lending to Gulf borrowers in 2025.