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Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)

DBWC Hosts Bilateral Business Roundtable in Shenzhen to Strengthen UAE-China Economic Cooperation

The Dubai Business Women Council hosted a high-level roundtable in Shenzhen on October 17, 2026, during the Dubai Business Forum – China. Chaired by Dr. Raja Easa Al Gurg, the session convened 30 senior Emirati and Chinese businesswomen to discuss trade and investment partnerships. The meeting highlighted Dubai's infrastructure and business environment for cross-border expansion.

China–UAE News
Source: Arab News

Dubai-China Non-Oil Trade Exceeds $571 Billion Across Past Decade

Non-oil trade between Dubai and China reached 2.1 trillion dirhams ($571.8 billion) between 2016 and 2025, expanding 23 percent in 2025. Chinese direct investment into Dubai surged 179 percent year-on-year to 3.4 billion dirhams in 2025, with active Chinese member companies in the Dubai Chamber reaching 6,650 by September 2026.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Emirates News Agency

UAE and Chinese Central Bank Governors Discuss Closer Financial Cooperation in Bangkok

Central Bank of the UAE Governor Khaled Mohamed Balama met with People's Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng in Bangkok on October 14, 2026. The bilateral discussions focused on central banking cooperation, financial infrastructure links, and cross-border capital flows. Officials noted that bilateral non-oil merchandise trade reached AED 410 billion in 2025.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Emirates News Agency

UAE Capital Market Authority Launches Enhanced Digital Regulatory Framework Platform

The UAE Capital Market Authority has enhanced its digital access mechanisms, offering a restructured regulatory framework in Arabic and English. The platform categorises regulations into distinct chapters, tracking active rules, approved amendments, repealed clauses, and historical versions. It aims to support international market stakeholders, licensed commercial entities, and investors using cloud-based, AI-ready infrastructure.

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