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Materials manufacturer Covestro showcased advanced solutions at the China International Import Expo in Shanghai alongside its majority owner, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. During the event, the company signed an agreement with Chinese firm MEGA P&C Advanced Materials to develop coatings for renewable energy hardware. Covestro also announced plans to expand its research and investment operations in China.
The Dubai International Financial Centre Courts published a white paper proposing a mechanism to resolve disputes across the on-chain economy. The framework enables court determinations to be executed directly on blockchain assets through machine-readable instructions.
UAE Ambassador to China Hussein Hamadi officially opened the UAE National Pavilion at the 9th China International Import Expo in Shanghai. The pavilion showcases UAE developments in trade, aviation services, financial investment, and food agriculture. Officials stated the participation is aimed at deepening bilateral economic ties and expanding export opportunities for UAE businesses in China.
Abu Dhabi property sales surged 105 percent year-on-year to AED 119.33 billion ($32.5 billion) in the first nine months of 2026, according to data from the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) reported by Arabian Business. Foreign investment in the emirate's dedicated investment zones climbed 131 percent to AED 86.11 billion ($23.4 billion), making up 81 percent of total investment value in those areas. Overall real estate transactions reached AED 171.26 billion ($46.6 billion) across 38,483 deals.
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