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Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)

Chinese Women Entrepreneurs Conclude Two-Week Economic Delegation Visit to UAE

A delegation of 15 Chinese women entrepreneurs concluded a two-week official visit to the UAE on September 24, 2026. Jointly organised by the General Women's Union and the UAE Embassy in Beijing, the tour included B2B meetings across multiple emirates. The participating Chinese firms represent combined annual revenues of approximately 4.85 billion yuan across sectors including renewable energy, biotechnology, and infrastructure.

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Source: UK FCDO — Travel advice: Syria

Syria travel advice

This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with changes made throughout, including terrorism in Syria, security situation, journalists in Syria and crime ('Safety and security' page).

Middle East Travel Alerts
Source: UK FCDO — Travel advice: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia travel advice

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) advice against all but essential travel extends to include the cities of Abha and Khamis Mushait in Aseer province. The FCDO continues to advise against all travel to within 10km of the border with Yemen and all but…

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