Ports, shipping, aviation cargo, warehousing and trade
Dubai CommerCity has announced an AED 1.8 billion Phase Two expansion to meet growing digital commerce demand. Scheduled between Q1 2027 and Q4 2028, the development will add 86,000 square metres across six new commercial buildings. Occupancy across the free zone currently stands at approximately 96 percent.
The Organisational Committee of Ports and Border Points in Sharjah met at the Khatmat Malaha border crossing to review inspection workflows and inter-agency coordination. Discussions focused on speeding up commercial freight transit and clearance while maintaining strict customs standards. Officials highlighted the need for continuous system upgrades to support growing traffic.
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority warned that shifting weather and reduced visibility could affect flights across the UAE. The announcement follows flight cancellations by Emirates and Etihad Airways to Saudi Arabia following a fatal airport attack.
The Economic Partnership Agreement between the UAE and the Eurasian Economic Union officially took effect on 6 October 2026. The pact eliminates or lowers tariffs on over 86 percent of tariff lines, covering about 96 percent of traded goods value. Non-oil bilateral trade reached $33.6 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach nearly $50 billion by 2032.
Policy updates, China–UAE business news and industry insights, delivered to your inbox.
Membership
Tell us about your experience and connection to UAE–China business. UECN assesses your application and offers the right membership category — fees are shared privately with your offer.
We send you a one-time sign-in link — your answers are saved as you go.
