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Source: Gulf News

Abu Dhabi to Host Second Al Shifaa Summit on Integrative Medicine and AI

The second edition of the Al Shifaa Summit for Integrative Medicine is scheduled to take place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from 20 to 22 October 2026. Organised by the UAE Integrative Medicine Council, the three-day gathering forms part of the Abu Dhabi Future Health Summit 2026. The event focuses on integrating traditional medical knowledge with scientific evidence, emerging technologies, and national regulatory standards.

China–UAE News
Source: Arabian Business

Dubai-China Trade Reaches $99 Billion as Chinese Investment Projects Surge

Bilateral trade between Dubai and China reached approximately $99 billion, with non-oil trade expanding by 118.4 percent compared to 2016 levels. Chinese direct investment projects in Dubai increased to 91 in 2025, up from 11 in 2021. In regional finance, Qatar's Lesha Bank and ChinaAMC partnered to launch a Shari'a-compliant China equity fund.

China–UAE News
Source: TradeArabia

UAE Expands China Ties with MoIAT Delegation and Mubadala Investment Plans

A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology is attending the China International Industry Fair in Shanghai to explore industrial and smart manufacturing partnerships. Concurrently, Abu Dhabi's Mubadala Investment Company announced plans to expand its Chinese investments by 15% to 20% annually. The initiatives focus on priority sectors including technology, robotics, life sciences, and energy transition.

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