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Ras Al Khaimah Ruler Discusses Economic and Logistics Partnerships With Chinese Diplomats

Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi met with Chinese Ambassador Zeng Jixin and Consul-General Ou Boqian at his palace in Saqr bin Mohammed City. The discussions focused on advancing economic cooperation following a friendship agreement with Fujian Province and expanding partnerships with Guangdong Province. Talks addressed collaboration across trade, manufacturing, port logistics, and the growth of Chinese enterprises in Ras Al Khaimah.

China–UAE News

BYD Designates GCC as Top Priority and Plans Regional Parts Distribution Hub

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has named the GCC its top priority for international expansion, targeting increased investment in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The company plans to construct a dedicated regional spare parts distribution centre while expanding retail and after-sales infrastructure. BYD also aims to pursue regional opportunities in autonomous driving, robotics, battery energy storage, and an upcoming luxury vehicle debut.

Industry News

Asia Mounts Record Delegation at Adipec in Abu Dhabi Across Energy Sectors

Asian energy firms and ministerial delegations have established their largest presence to date at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (Adipec). The event features 353 Asian companies and six national pavilions, with heavy representation from China, Japan, and India focused on securing Gulf energy supplies. In total, the fully booked exhibition hosts 2,260 exhibiting companies and more than 181,000 pre-registered attendees.

China–UAE News

Investors Track China Interventions, Dubai Yulan Bond Debut, and Interest Rates

Market participants are monitoring key financial metrics including state-backed Chinese ETF purchases and Bank of China Dubai's landmark Yulan bond debut on Nasdaq Dubai. The two-year, 2 billion yuan bond issue was more than five times oversubscribed, with sovereign accounts taking over 30 percent. Other major indicators include Standard Chartered's 46 percent profit rise and steady benchmark interest rates in the US and Hong Kong.