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Source: 巴士的報

Middle East Fuel Shocks Accelerate Global Demand for Chinese Renewable Energy Tech

Middle East transit disruptions in early 2026 triggered crude price increases and prompted countries worldwide to accelerate purchases of Chinese clean energy technologies. In March 2026, China's solar technology exports reached a record 68 gigawatts, with 50 countries setting all-time highs for Chinese solar imports. Clean-tech products generated $140 billion in Chinese exports during the first half of 2026.

Industry News
Source: Shanghai Metals Market

Japan Downstream Aluminium Imports Fall 6.2% as UAE Shipments Drop 41.8%

Japan imported 1.36 million tonnes of downstream aluminium products in January–August 2026, marking a 6.2% decline year-on-year. Shipments from the UAE plunged 41.8% to 157,022 tonnes, relegating the country to second place among Japan's major suppliers while Australia took the top spot. Japan's spending on imports from the UAE dropped 31.8% to USD 517 million, whereas suppliers from China and Brazil gained market share.

China–UAE News
Source: UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

UNCTAD Report: UAE Attracts $48 Billion FDI as China Investments Surge

GCC foreign direct investment inflows rose 18 percent to $99 billion in 2025, with the UAE securing approximately $48 billion, according to UNCTAD. China and India were highlighted as key rapidly growing sources for industrial and technology investments in the region. Outward GCC investment also climbed 11 percent to $130 billion.

Industry News
Source: Arab News

SABIC Confirms Fujian Petrochemical Complex on Track for Fourth-Quarter Startup

Saudi petrochemical major SABIC confirmed that its multibillion-dollar Fujian complex in China is scheduled to begin operations in the fourth quarter of 2026. Chief Executive Officer Faisal Al-Faqeer stated that three polyethylene and polypropylene units completed successful trial runs on their first attempt. The progress coincided with SABIC posting a third-quarter adjusted net income of $224.3 million.

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