The UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology concluded its participation in the China International Industry Fair 2026 in Shanghai on October 19, 2026. The delegation held bilateral meetings with Chinese automation and robotics firms to explore pilot automation projects and local distribution networks. The initiative supports the UAE's 'Factory Forward UAE' programme to advance smart manufacturing across domestic industries.
A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology concluded its participation in the China International Industry Fair 2026 in Shanghai. Officials met with major Chinese robotics, automation, and aviation firms to advance technology deployment across UAE factories. Separately, Dubai Chambers signed bilateral cooperation agreements with four regional Chinese chambers of commerce.
The UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology has concluded its mission to the China International Industry Fair 2026 in Shanghai. Officials engaged in bilateral meetings and factory tours focused on robotics, smart manufacturing, and automation under the 'Factory Forward UAE' initiative. The delegation also highlighted UAE industrial incentives to attract Chinese advanced manufacturing enterprises.
A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology is attending the China International Industry Fair in Shanghai to explore industrial and smart manufacturing partnerships. Concurrently, Abu Dhabi's Mubadala Investment Company announced plans to expand its Chinese investments by 15% to 20% annually. The initiatives focus on priority sectors including technology, robotics, life sciences, and energy transition.
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