Software, telecommunications and digital infrastructure
Dubai Chambers Chairman Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori stated that Chinese tech systems will play a key role in expanding Al Maktoum International Airport. The $34.9 billion project aims to incorporate Chinese operational expertise in passenger processing and automation. The airport's expansion targets an eventual capacity of 260 million passengers and 12 million tonnes of cargo.
Abu Dhabi sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company plans to accelerate its investments in China by 15% to 20% annually over the coming years. Managing $385 billion in global assets, the fund has deployed over $20 billion in China since 2015. The strategy focuses on concentrated investments in life sciences, energy transition, infrastructure, and technology.
A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology visited Shanghai to seek manufacturing partnerships and technology transfer. Concurrently, the Dubai Business Forum in Shenzhen gathered over 850 Chinese executives, highlighting bilateral non-oil trade reaching AED 363.5 billion in 2025.
A high-level UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology attended the China International Industry Fair in Shanghai to explore advanced manufacturing partnerships and technology transfers. Meanwhile, the Dubai Business Forum in Shenzhen convened over 850 Chinese business leaders and a 112-member Dubai delegation to boost economic collaboration. Official data highlighted that bilateral non-oil trade reached approximately AED 363.5 billion in 2025.
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