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The ninth China International Import Expo in Shanghai featured advanced industrial technologies across five major sectors. UAE-based AI firm Sindan presented aerospace components and a planetary lunar rover developed with Khalifa University. The exhibition underscored international research cooperation and advanced manufacturing applications.
Writing for CGTN's Decision Makers column, UAE Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Balalaa highlighted expanding water diplomacy and technical collaboration between the UAE and China. The bilateral partnership encompasses major industrial infrastructure projects like the PowerChina-built Taweelah desalination facility as well as joint scientific research initiatives. The remarks come as Abu Dhabi prepares to host the 2026 UN Water Conference in December.
The 12th edition of Gulfood Manufacturing 2026 concluded at the Dubai World Trade Centre, highlighting advanced processing, packaging, and automation technologies aimed at enhancing food security. The trade event ran alongside three co-located exhibitions covering the complete food production, retail, and hospitality value chain. Organisers announced that the exhibition will relocate to the Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai for its 2027 edition.
Lootah Robotics has opened a specialised showroom on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai featuring 28 intelligent and humanoid robots. Unit prices range from AED 50,000 to AED 3 million, with options for sales and short- or long-term rentals. The company also announced plans to explore local robot manufacturing in the UAE.
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