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China–UAE News
Source: EnergyNow.com

China Navigates Middle East Energy Security and Tanker Corridors Amid Regional Conflict

China is managing complex diplomatic and commercial balancing acts to protect vital Middle East oil routes as disruptions affect the Persian Gulf and Red Sea. While maintaining public neutrality, Beijing has engaged in private efforts to keep crude flowing from Gulf partners, including the UAE and Saudi Arabia. China remains one of the UAE's largest crude destinations, second only to Japan.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: GDNOnline

Dubai Tightens Safety and Licensing Oversight for Petroleum Products Trading

The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy is intensifying regulatory oversight of petroleum products trading across storage, transport, and distribution activities. The measures enforce Executive Council Resolution No. 85 of 2025 to curb unauthorized trading and raise safety compliance. Authorities reported that joint field inspection teams have carried out 449 campaigns in the LPG sector since July 2022.

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

Abu Dhabi Expands Fujairah Port as Dubai Forum Unveils China Lineup

Abu Dhabi has expanded container terminals and oil storage at the Port of Fujairah under its 'Zero Hormuz' infrastructure initiative to secure direct trade corridors to China outside the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Dubai Chambers and the Greater Bay Area Importers and Exporters Association unveiled the delegation and attendee lineup for the 2026 Dubai Business Forum – China in Shenzhen. Over 90 Dubai officials and senior executives, alongside more than 600 registered Chinese companies, are confirmed to participate in the bilateral event.

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