Machinery, materials, industrial development and supply chains
Nissan has confirmed that its all-new Navara Pro pickup truck will launch in the UAE and the wider Middle East by the end of 2026. The vehicle is the first Nissan model developed and manufactured in China specifically for global export. Regional options will include a 244 hp 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine and a 2.3-litre diesel unit.
FREELANDER has announced the first international test drive for the FREELANDER 8 will occur at the 2026 Chery International User Summit in Wuhu, China. The event builds on the brand's global launch held in Abu Dhabi on September 29, 2026. Global media, creators, and dealership partners will test the vehicle across off-road and paved track conditions.
Officials from Sharjah and the Chinese Consulate in Dubai met to discuss expanding cooperation in technology, advanced manufacturing, and healthcare. Discussions included a proposal to set up a Chinese cultural institute in Sharjah, backed by expanding economic ties that saw bilateral trade reach AED 6.3 billion in 2025.
The 57th GCC Industrial Cooperation Committee convened in Manama to discuss regional industrial integration and supply chain connectivity. During the meeting, member states endorsed the GCC General Secretariat's participation in the eighth China-Arab States Expo scheduled for August 2027. Delegates also highlighted the importance of strengthening manufacturing and supply chain linkages between Gulf economies and China.
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