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China–UAE News
Source: Dubai International Financial Centre

DIFC Innovation Hub Partners With Arab Federation to Connect Chinese Tech Firms

The DIFC Innovation Hub has partnered with the Arab Federation for Digital Economy (China) Limited to establish a China–Arab technology and knowledge bridge. The initiative focuses on scaling artificial intelligence, next-generation financial technologies, and commercial digital infrastructure. Additionally, a joint report with Asia House projected global tech spending to reach $5.6 trillion in 2026.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Gulf Business

Dubai Makes IP Clinic Permanent to Support Emirati Entrepreneurs and Brand Protection

The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism and Dubai Future Foundation have established their Intellectual Property Clinic as a permanent service following a trial. The initiative provides eligible Emirati entrepreneurs with one-to-one advisory sessions to evaluate brand assets and prepare for formal IP registration. The programme supports Dubai's D33 economic agenda by helping homegrown businesses build foundations for investment and international expansion.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Alhurra

Oman and China Sign 23 Bilateral Deals Spanning Tech, Mining, and Finance

Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tarik concluded a state visit to Beijing, signing 23 bilateral agreements worth several billion dollars with China across technology, energy, and infrastructure. Key accords include deploying Huawei Ascend AI processors into Oman's national cloud, a $4.7 billion bilateral currency swap, and a joint satellite initiative. The agreements also highlight expanding Chinese investment into Oman's Duqm Special Economic Zone and industrial mining operations.

China–UAE News
Source: The Times Union

UAE Non-Oil Trade Nears AED 3 Trillion as China Remains Top Partner

The UAE's non-oil foreign trade expanded 10.1% year-on-year to AED 2.945 trillion in the first nine months of 2026. China maintained its status as the UAE's primary import supplier and largest overall trading partner for non-oil goods. Total non-oil exports rose 21.6% to reach a record AED 705.8 billion.

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