Chinese President Xi Jinping met Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tarik in Beijing on November 2, 2026, marking the first Omani state visit to China in 48 years. China emphasized strengthening strategic synergy with Gulf Cooperation Council partners in energy and investment. Both leaders also called for safeguarding maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent a written message to Chinese President Xi Jinping addressing strategic bilateral ties and economic interests. The communication was delivered in Beijing during talks between Saudi National Security Adviser Musaed al-Aiban and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Discussions addressed joint commercial cooperation in energy supplies, high-tech industries, and reciprocal investment frameworks.
Jameel Motors has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement to represent Chinese automaker Chongqing Changan Kuayue Commercial Vehicle in the UAE. The partnership expands Jameel Motors' commercial portfolio and broadens Changan Kuayue's footprint in the Middle East. The tie-up caters to growing local demand for light commercial and urban delivery fleet vehicles.
The People's Bank of China and the Qatar Central Bank have renewed their bilateral local currency swap agreement for the third time to facilitate cross-border settlements and direct investments. Concurrently, Qatari entities established cooperation agreements with Chinese counterparts in financial services, infrastructure, technology, and diamond trading.
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