Ports, shipping, aviation cargo, warehousing and trade
UAE-based Gargash Prime and JINGDONG Property, the infrastructure arm of China's JD.com, signed a joint venture memorandum of understanding to develop a 2.5 million square foot logistics facility in Dubai. Signed during the Dubai Business Forum – China in Shenzhen, the hub aims to support regional supply chain operations across the Middle East.
A high-level UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology attended the China International Industry Fair in Shanghai to explore advanced manufacturing partnerships and technology transfers. Meanwhile, the Dubai Business Forum in Shenzhen convened over 850 Chinese business leaders and a 112-member Dubai delegation to boost economic collaboration. Official data highlighted that bilateral non-oil trade reached approximately AED 363.5 billion in 2025.
A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology visited Shanghai to seek manufacturing partnerships and technology transfer. Concurrently, the Dubai Business Forum in Shenzhen gathered over 850 Chinese executives, highlighting bilateral non-oil trade reaching AED 363.5 billion in 2025.
Sharjah has launched an initiative targeting a 20 percent rise in foreign direct investment to reach $2.5 billion annually. Authorities are introducing AI tools for investors and focusing on logistics, transport, manufacturing, hospitality, and technology. The emirate has also approved 52 real estate projects for foreign freehold ownership under Executive Council Resolution No. 30 of 2022.
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