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October 15, 2026Source: UAE-China Chamber of Commerce (UECN)

Sharjah and China Discuss Expanding Ties in Technology, Healthcare, and Manufacturing

Sharjah and Chinese officials held discussions to expand bilateral economic and industrial collaboration across multiple sectors. Talks addressed opportunities in artificial intelligence, data centres, healthcare, and automotive manufacturing. Bilateral trade between Sharjah and China reached approximately AED 6.3 billion in 2025, with 851 Chinese enterprises operating in the emirate as of June 2026.

Policy & Legal Updates

October 15, 2026Source: Arabian Business

Sharjah Targets 20 Percent FDI Increase to Reach $2.5 Billion Annual Benchmark

Sharjah has launched an initiative targeting a 20 percent rise in foreign direct investment to reach $2.5 billion annually. Authorities are introducing AI tools for investors and focusing on logistics, transport, manufacturing, hospitality, and technology. The emirate has also approved 52 real estate projects for foreign freehold ownership under Executive Council Resolution No. 30 of 2022.

Industry News

October 15, 2026Source: Sunsirs

UAE and Kuwait Expand Naphtha Exports to Asia via Offshore Transfers

The UAE and Kuwait have increased naphtha exports to Asian petrochemical producers using ship-to-ship transfer operations conducted outside the Strait of Hormuz. Between August and September, ADNOC and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation exported approximately 1.6 million metric tons of naphtha, more than doubling shipments from the March-April period. The surge reflects growing utilization of alternative loading and offshore transshipment hubs including Fujairah and waters off Oman and India.

Industry News

October 15, 2026Source: Lesha Bank

ChinaAMC HK and Qatar’s Lesha Bank Partner on Shari’a China Equity Fund

China Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited and Qatar-based Lesha Bank signed an MOU to launch a Shari'a-compliant All-China active equity fund. The fund provides GCC institutional and high-net-worth investors targeted access to Chinese A-shares, H-shares, and overseas-listed equities. Lesha Bank acts as investment manager, while ChinaAMC (HK) serves as sub-investment manager overseeing portfolio decisions.