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Chinese automaker Chery is preparing to enter international autonomous mobility markets through a planned strategic agreement with Abu Dhabi-based K2. The partnership, announced around Chery's International User Summit in Wuhu, centers on a purpose-built Level 4 robotaxi. The agreement could establish a route for Chery's commercial driverless fleet operations in the UAE.
Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi addressed nearly 300 business leaders at the Ras Al Khaimah-China Business Summit in Shenzhen, highlighting opportunities in advanced manufacturing, AI, renewable energy, and logistics. Separately, 14 global financial institutions representing over $5 trillion in assets announced plans to set up bases in Abu Dhabi Global Market.
Dubai Chambers formalized four cooperation agreements with commerce chambers in Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Chongqing during the Dubai Business Forum in Shenzhen. Dubai's non-oil trade with China reached AED 363.5 billion in 2025 as Chinese firms expand presence across the Gulf.
A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology concluded its participation in the China International Industry Fair 2026 in Shanghai. Officials met with major Chinese robotics, automation, and aviation firms to advance technology deployment across UAE factories. Separately, Dubai Chambers signed bilateral cooperation agreements with four regional Chinese chambers of commerce.
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