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China–UAE News
Source: Food Business Middle East & Africa

Gargash Prime and JINGDONG Partner on 2.5 Million Sq Ft Dubai Logistics Hub

UAE-based Gargash Prime and JINGDONG Property, the infrastructure arm of JD.com, have signed a memorandum of understanding to invest in a joint venture developing a logistics facility in Dubai. The planned hub will cover 2.5 million square feet (approximately 250,000 square metres) of land to serve regional distribution and fulfilment needs. The agreement was executed during the Dubai Business Forum – China held in Shenzhen.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Emirates 24|7

Dubai Court Orders $468,332 Repayment Following $803,000 Crypto Phishing Scam on X

The Dubai Civil Court of First Instance ordered a defendant to return $468,332 in cryptocurrency, or its equivalent in dirhams, to a victim who lost $803,000 in an X phishing scam. Dubai Police traced the stolen assets through decentralized wallet swaps into the defendant's registered trading account. The court also awarded the victim Dh50,000 in moral damages following a final criminal conviction.

Industry News
Source: EnterpriseAM

UAE Public Transport Expansion Faces Last-Mile Connectivity Challenges to Compete With Cars

The UAE is investing billions of dirhams to expand rail and metro networks, including Etihad Rail passenger operations and over AED 54 billion in planned Dubai metro lines. However, transport and urban planning experts emphasize that overcoming car dependency requires significantly improving station accessibility, feeder routes, and dedicated transit corridors. Incomplete integration and lengthy feeder travel times currently keep private vehicles as the more convenient option for many commuters.

Industry News
Source: Gulf Business

WEF and Bain Report Projects AI Could Unlock $1 Trillion Across MENA

A report by the World Economic Forum and Bain & Company projects artificial intelligence could unlock over $1 trillion in economic and sustainability value across MENA by 2030. The valuation encompasses sustainable finance, public investment flows, avoided asset losses, and energy-sector gains. While 89 percent of regional sustainability leaders acknowledge AI's high potential, active implementation remains limited to between 40 and 55 percent.

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