Egypt

China–UAE News

US Dominates Gulf AI Investments as China Retains Strategic Regional Footprint

Major US technology companies have pledged roughly USD 40 billion to Gulf artificial intelligence projects, securing dominant partnerships with UAE's G42 and Saudi Arabia's Humain. However, Chinese companies retain deep infrastructural ties across the Middle East, including local Huawei cloud regions in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt alongside USD 1 billion in publicized AI commitments. Regional players are actively hedging their bets to avoid total reliance on any single technology supplier.

China–UAE News

Cairo ICT 2026 to Host China and UAE Delegations on AI Innovation

The 30th edition of Cairo ICT will take place from November 7 to 10, 2026, at the Egypt International Exhibition Center under the theme 'AI in Action'. Official delegations from China, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Togo, and Rwanda will attend to explore investment opportunities and digital cooperation. The event features a ministerial summit and sectors spanning telecommunications, data centers, banking, and media.

Middle East Travel Alerts

UK FCDO Updates Egypt Travel Advice Citing Regional Tensions and Border Closures

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office updated its Egypt travel advice on 27 October 2026, highlighting unpredictable regional tensions and border risks. The advisory warns against all travel to North Sinai and near the Libyan border, noting that the Rafah border crossing remains closed.

Industry News

Chery Targets 70% Overseas Vehicle Production by 2030 Amid Middle East Expansion

Chery Group plans to increase overseas-manufactured vehicles to 70% of its international export volume by 2030, according to Drive Arabia. The Chinese carmaker expects overseas production to exceed 50% by late 2026 and reach 60% in 2027. While local assembly continues in Egypt via GB Auto, the group has not confirmed new assembly facilities in the UAE or Saudi Arabia.