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The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention has introduced mandatory limits on sodium, sugar, and saturated fats in selected packaged food items. The phased requirements apply to domestic and imported goods, with full compliance required by December 31, 2030. Non-compliant businesses face fines reaching up to Dh500,000.
China is increasingly integrating its new quality productive forces framework into Gulf diversification programs, spanning renewable energy, AI, and digital networks. Gulf sovereign wealth funds and technology firms are adjusting their investment strategies amid mounting U.S.-China technological competition and regional risks. Meanwhile, Chinese firms are expanding industrial footprints in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Oman.
Countries across Asia and the Middle East are accelerating preparations to commercialize electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxis, though no market has launched regular paid passenger operations as of early October 2026. China leads in unmanned operations with EHang logging over 3,000 flights, while Dubai has contracted US-based Joby Aviation for piloted services under a six-year exclusive deal. Licensing, safety approvals, and infrastructure remain the primary global hurdles to commercial launch.
Mahy Khoory Automotive, the authorised dealer of Chinese automotive brands OMODA & JAECOO in Abu Dhabi, has delivered more than 1,000 vehicles in the emirate. The milestone coincides with OMODA & JAECOO surpassing 6,000 cumulative deliveries across the UAE in September 2026. The dealership supports the expansion via an Airport Road showroom and a Mussafah service facility.
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