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China–UAE News
Source: UAE-China Chamber of Commerce

Gulf Sovereign Wealth Funds Allocate 10 Percent Deployed Capital to China

A research report by Modern Diplomacy indicates that Gulf sovereign wealth funds deployed 10 percent of their 2026 capital into China and Hong Kong, compared to 45 percent directed toward the United States. Institutional investors including Abu Dhabi's Mubadala, Saudi Arabia's PIF, and the Qatar Investment Authority continue targeted exposure in Chinese technology, electric vehicles, and renewable energy sectors. The funds are balancing long-term Asian partnerships against global macroeconomic variables and tightening technology investment regulations.

China–UAE News
Source: Baird Maritime

NMDC Group Inaugurates AED 618 Million Dredger Built in Nantong, China

UAE-based NMDC Group has inaugurated its new heavy-duty cutter suction dredger, the Abu Al Bakhoush, in Nantong, China. Constructed by Jiangsu Haixin Shipping Heavy Industry under an AED 618 million ($168.3 million) contract, the 148-metre vessel expands NMDC Group's fleet to more than 170 marine assets.

Industry News
Source: openPR.com

UAE to Lead Sugarcane Bio-Based Tubes Market Expansion to USD 454.5 Million

The global sugarcane bio-based tubes market is projected to reach USD 454.5 million by 2036, expanding from USD 266.1 million in 2026 according to Future Market Insights. The UAE is forecast to lead country-level growth at a 6.8% compound annual growth rate, driven by premium beauty retail and travel retail. Market demand is shifting toward hybrid designs combining bio-based sleeves with post-consumer recycled closures.

Industry News
Source: Malaysia Sun

UAE National Guard Rescues 22 Crew After Oil Tanker Fire in Arabian Gulf

The UAE National Guard rescued 22 Asian crew members from an oil tanker after a fire broke out aboard the vessel in Arabian Gulf waters. Specialist coast guard teams responded to an emergency distress call, safely evacuated the crew, and administered first aid. Authorities reported that all 22 crew members are in stable condition.

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