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Source: Gulf News

ADX Integrates with SWIFT Network to Enhance Global Financial Connectivity

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has integrated into the SWIFT global messaging network by activating its Business Identifier Code. This connectivity upgrade enables standardized and automated financial communications with foreign institutional investors, international central securities depositories, and custodians. The initiative aims to enhance post-trade infrastructure and expand cross-border capital access.

China–UAE News
Source: The Straits Times

Alibaba Expands UAE Data Centres as Abu Dhabi Finance Week Widens Global Agenda

Alibaba announced plans at the Apsara Conference to expand its data centre facilities in the UAE over the next 12 months to meet enterprise AI and cloud demand. Concurrently, Abu Dhabi Global Market unveiled the agenda for Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2026, which will host 75 events including dedicated bilateral forums with China. More than 300 financial leaders representing over USD 61 trillion in assets are confirmed to attend the Abu Dhabi gathering in December 2026.

China–UAE News
Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)

Dubai Serves as Commercial Launchpad for Chinese Business Expansion Across Global Markets

Senior executives from major Chinese enterprises highlighted Dubai as a strategic hub for trade and investment expansion across the Gulf and globally. The statements were issued ahead of the Dubai Business Forum – China, scheduled for 14 October in Shenzhen by Dubai Chambers. Companies including BYD, Tencent Cloud, Baidu, Huawei Cloud, and China Merchants Capital emphasized deepening bilateral corridors aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.

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