Software, telecommunications and digital infrastructure
UAE enterprises presented agricultural goods and robotics at the 9th China International Import Expo in Shanghai on November 9, 2026. Al Ain Farms Group announced expansion plans for its Camelait brand, while AI manufacturer Sindan displayed a Khalifa University-engineered lunar rover. Concurrently, Masdar City Free Zone reported expanding its presence across Suzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen.
The UAE's non-oil foreign trade reached nearly $817 billion (AED 3 trillion) during the first nine months of 2026, marking a 10 percent year-on-year increase. China remained the UAE's largest source of imports and overall bilateral trading partner, generating $49.2 billion in trade in the first half of the year. Exports to the UAE's ten largest partners surged by 31 percent, underpinned by connections to Asian manufacturing hubs.
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with BYD Executive Vice President Stella Li in Abu Dhabi. The meeting reviewed BYD's recent technical milestones, including a 503.17 km/h speed record set by the Yangwang U9 Xtreme electric supercar on a closed roadway in western Abu Dhabi. Talks focused on expanding bilateral cooperation in clean mobility, smart automotive technologies, and sustainable transport solutions.
Chinese automaker BYD showcased a 1,000 kW flash-charging robotic arm in the United Arab Emirates capable of automated vehicle plug-in and detachment. The system integrates solar panels, energy storage, and high-power charging equipment to support automated vehicle charging without manual driver intervention.
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