Middle East

China–UAE News

China Gulf Oil Imports Forecast to Near Pre-War High as Shipments Rebound

China's crude oil imports from the Gulf rose 25.7 percent month on month to 13.8 million tonnes in September, marking a third consecutive monthly increase. According to Kpler, shipments from the region are projected to surpass 5 million barrels per day in October, nearing pre-conflict levels. The rebound follows domestic inventory drawdowns and active bidding by Chinese refiners for crude from Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq.

Industry News

Schneider Electric Presents SF₆-Free Grid Technology Survey at WETEX 2026

At the 28th WETEX in Dubai, Schneider Electric shared findings from an IDC white paper on the adoption of SF₆-free medium-voltage switchgear. The research shows 14% of Middle East organisations have begun transitioning away from SF₆, with 99% anticipating regulation within five years. Globally, 73% of buyers indicated utility guidance directs their equipment procurement choices.

Middle East Travel Alerts

U.S. Orders Departure of Non-Emergency Diplomatic Staff from Saudi Arabia

Flight operations have resumed at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam following an attack that killed two people and injured two others. Amid ongoing regional security issues, British Airways announced cancellations of 12 to 14 daily flights.

China–UAE News

UAE Law Firm Habib Al Mulla Opens Office in Shanghai

UAE-based law and business advisory firm Habib Al Mulla and Partners has established an office in Shanghai to provide business consulting services. The office represents the first Arab law firm entry into the Chinese market, aiming to connect Chinese investors with Middle East opportunities and guide UAE cross-border deals.