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Source: Emirates News Agency

MoIAT and EDB Open Applications for AED 1 Billion Industrial Resilience Fund

The UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology and Emirates Development Bank have launched an online portal for the AED 1 billion National Industrial Resilience Fund. The five-year financing initiative aims to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities and accelerate import substitution. Eligible companies can apply for capital expenditure financing and working capital facilities across critical industrial sectors.

Industry News
Source: Emirates News Agency

ADIPEC 2026 Concludes With Estimated 67 Billion Dollars in Energy Deals

The 42nd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference concluded on November 5, 2026, generating over 50,000 deals valued at an estimated $67 billion. The four-day event hosted by ADNOC drew 240,000 attendees and 2,260 exhibiting companies across 16 halls. China was among the top three nations with the highest number of commercial exhibitors alongside the United States and Italy.

China–UAE News
Source: www.wam.ae

Lianlian DigiTech Opens Middle East Office in DIFC for Cross-Border Payments

Global fintech platform Lianlian DigiTech has officially opened its Middle East regional office in the Dubai International Financial Centre. The move builds on the firm's Category 3D Payment Service Provider licence from the Dubai Financial Services Authority. The hub will provide cross-border payment, foreign exchange, and treasury management services to support trade between China and the Middle East.

China–UAE News
Source: Forbes Middle East

NMDC Group Signs Energy and Marine Deals at ADIPEC 2026, Including China Accord

UAE-based NMDC Group signed a series of energy, marine, and subsea infrastructure agreements during ADIPEC 2026 in Abu Dhabi. Among the partnerships is a long-term cooperation framework with the China Chamber of Commerce for the Petroleum Industry to expand bilateral supply chain and energy infrastructure opportunities. The group also agreed partnerships with Tekmar, e& UAE, Borouge International, and a survey consortium.

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