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Policy & Legal Updates

UAE Reports No Cancellations of Planned Foreign Direct Investment in 2026

Mohammad Abdulrahman Alhawi, Undersecretary of the UAE Ministry of Investment, stated that no planned foreign direct investment projects have been cancelled in 2026 despite regional geopolitical tensions. The country remains committed to achieving its target of $65 billion in annual FDI inflows by 2031, supported by domestic infrastructure development and investor partnerships. HSBC estimates that the UAE's planned infrastructure project pipeline exceeds $190 billion in financing requirements.

China–UAE News

Bank of China Dubai Prices CNH 2 Billion Two-Year Yulan Bond at 1.6%

Bank of China Dubai priced a two-year fixed-rate Yulan bond worth 2 billion yuan ($280 million) at a final yield of 1.6%, down from initial guidance of 2.1%. The senior unsecured notes will be listed on both Nasdaq Dubai and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Settlement is scheduled for October 23, 2026, with proceeds designated for general corporate purposes.

China–UAE News

HSBC Names UAE and Mainland China Among Top Eight Emerging Markets Through 2027

In an emerging markets strategy report, HSBC identified eight favoured equity markets for investors through 2027, including mainland China and the UAE. The bank upgraded the United Arab Emirates and Colombia from neutral to outperform, while maintaining overweight ratings on mainland China, Taiwan, Brazil, South Africa, Turkey, and Hungary. The report cited artificial intelligence growth, infrastructure investments, and economic resilience as key drivers.

Industry News

Asian Lenders Anchor $2.5 Billion Syndicated Loan for Qatar National Bank

Qatar National Bank has secured a $2.5 billion, five-year syndicated loan facility following strong demand from international and regional lenders. Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and other multinational institutions served as mandated lead arrangers and bookrunners.