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More than 6,400 Chinese companies were registered with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce by mid-2026 as Dubai accelerates its shift toward high-value technology sectors. Bilateral non-oil trade reached approximately $99 billion, reflecting deeper collaboration across artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing.
Over 250 global institutional investors, sovereign wealth fund executives, and infrastructure developers will gather in Dubai on October 14, 2026, for the inaugural RISE Summit. The event includes a panel featuring CICC's DIFC branch leadership focusing on cross-border capital deployment connecting China, the Gulf, and international markets. Discussions will address investments in transport, AI data centers, and renewable energy.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum stated that institutional trust is the primary driver of future economic resilience, surpassing technology and natural resources. He stressed that stable laws and consistent delivery create the credibility required to attract international investors and technology talent. The report noted that the UAE led the Edelman Trust Barometer in 2026, while global government trust averaged 53 percent.
The ninth Sharjah Investment Forum will host specialized workshops on October 14–15, 2026, at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre under the theme 'Building Adaptive Economies'. The sessions will address AI-driven supply chain resilience, UAE tax compliance, commercial arbitration, and female leadership. According to Invest in Sharjah, the emirate attracted AED 7.74 billion in foreign direct investment in 2025.
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