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Source: Gulf Business

UAE Construction Market Projected to Reach AED 642.3 Billion by 2032

The UAE construction market is forecast to reach AED 642.3 billion ($175 billion) by 2032, according to market intelligence firm Mordor Intelligence. Dubai represents 47 percent of the national market in 2026, driven by sustained investment in infrastructure, residential, and commercial developments. Contractors and developers are also accelerating adoption of digital pre-construction tools such as Building Information Modelling and virtual reality.

China–UAE News
Source: The Nation (Pakistan )

China’s Water Technology Exports Grow Amid Middle East Infrastructure Demand

China's exports of water filtration and purification machinery reached approximately $2.05 billion in 2025, marking an increase of about 28% from 2020, according to UN Comtrade data. Chinese companies are expanding their participation in water infrastructure projects across the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and parts of Africa. The expansion follows significant domestic investment, with China allocating more than 1.28 trillion yuan to water conservancy in 2025.

China–UAE News
Source: Qazinform

Kazakhstan Integrates Interbank Mobile QR Payments With China, UAE, and Other Partners

The National Bank of Kazakhstan is working to integrate its national mobile payment infrastructure with systems in partner nations, including China and the UAE. Deputy Chairman Binur Zhalenov stated the initiative will enable reciprocal QR code payments for travellers and foreign visitors using their domestic banking apps. Central Asian central banks also agreed to establish regional QR connectivity mechanisms by the end of 2026.

China–UAE News
Source: www.wam.ae

Dubai International Content Market 2026 to Host 200 Buyers From 30 Countries

The ninth edition of the Dubai International Content Market will take place next week at Madinat Jumeirah Conference & Events Centre. The event will host more than 200 buyers from over 30 countries and companies from 15 nations, including China and the UAE. Organised by INDEX Conferences & Exhibitions, the market features more than 80 participating companies and 2,000 scheduled business meetings.

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