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China–UAE News
Source: Emirates News Agency

UAE and China Hold Consular Consultations in Abu Dhabi on Business Mobility

The UAE and China held their third round of consular consultations in Abu Dhabi to review bilateral ties and mutual visa exemptions. Both delegations focused on facilitating cross-border mobility for business delegations and investment missions. Alongside the talks, Abu Dhabi-based NMDC Group established a cooperation framework with the China Chamber of Commerce for the Petroleum Industry at ADIPEC 2026.

Industry News
Source: ThinkChina

Chinese Banks Provide Dollar Facilities to QatarEnergy and Saudi Aramco

Four major Chinese state commercial banks have agreed to provide a US$3 billion loan facility to QatarEnergy, while Saudi Aramco is negotiating a US$10 billion credit facility involving Chinese lenders. These dollar-denominated commitments follow a record US$11.5 billion in Chinese bank lending to Gulf borrowers in 2025.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Emirates News Agency

MoIAT and EDB Open Applications for AED 1 Billion Industrial Resilience Fund

The UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology and Emirates Development Bank have launched an online portal for the AED 1 billion National Industrial Resilience Fund. The five-year financing initiative aims to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities and accelerate import substitution. Eligible companies can apply for capital expenditure financing and working capital facilities across critical industrial sectors.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: The National

UAE Enforces Nine-Hour Commercial Driving Limit Under New Federal Traffic Rules

Commercial transport operators in the UAE are preparing for operational changes under new federal traffic rules capping driving time at nine hours per 24-hour period. Taking effect on January 1, the regulations aim to address driver fatigue and will disrupt traditional 12-hour shifts. Companies will be legally responsible for compliance, with enforcement relying on electronic tachographs.

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