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China–UAE News

Twenty National Experts to Mentor UAE Youth Ambassadors in China and Japan

Twenty alumni and fellows from the UAE's National Experts Program will mentor young Emiratis participating in the UAE Youth Ambassadors Program in China and Japan. The ten-month initiative aims to transfer leadership expertise and develop cross-cultural projects supporting national priorities. The mentors represent specialized sectors including energy, technology, logistics, health, and public policy.

Industry News

Citi Expands Token Services to UAE and Japan for 24/7 Liquidity

Citi has expanded Citi Token Services into Japan and the United Arab Emirates, bringing its blockchain-based liquidity platform to seven global markets. The service enables corporate and institutional clients to transfer funds 24/7 without traditional cut-off times or holiday calendars. Under the expansion, the UAE supports both US dollar and euro transactions, while Japan supports US dollars.

China–UAE News

ADNOC Sells at Least 30 Million Barrels of Spot Crude to Asia

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has sold at least 30 million barrels of spot crude to Asian refiners and trading houses, trade sources reported. Chinese purchasers Unipec and Rongsheng Petrochemical secured up to 10 million barrels of Upper Zakum crude. The transactions covered Das, Upper Zakum, and Umm Lulu grades for June to August loading.