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UAE E-Commerce Platforms Launch 11.11 Promotions as Market Growth Accelerates

Major UAE e-commerce platforms including Amazon UAE, Noon, and Ounass have launched 11.11 discount campaigns offering price reductions of up to 90 percent. According to an EZDubai and Euromonitor International report cited by Emirates 24|7, the UAE e-commerce market is projected to reach Dh42.2 billion in 2025 and Dh67.2 billion by 2030. The retail surge also boosted activity across delivery networks, warehousing, and digital payment systems.

Industry News

UAE E-Commerce Platforms Roll Out 11.11 Discounts Amid Robust Retail Growth

E-commerce platforms across the UAE have launched 11.11 sales campaigns featuring discounts of up to 90% across electronics, fashion, and home goods. A report by EZDubai and Euromonitor International projects the UAE online retail market to reach Dh42.2 billion in 2025, up from Dh17.6 billion in 2020. The promotional period is also driving increased operational activity in local warehousing, logistics, and digital payments.

China–UAE News

Lianlian DigiTech Opens Middle East Office in DIFC for Cross-Border Payments

Global fintech platform Lianlian DigiTech has officially opened its Middle East regional office in the Dubai International Financial Centre. The move builds on the firm's Category 3D Payment Service Provider licence from the Dubai Financial Services Authority. The hub will provide cross-border payment, foreign exchange, and treasury management services to support trade between China and the Middle East.

China–UAE News

Dubai Delegation of 100+ Officials and Executives to Visit Shenzhen in October

Over 100 senior government officials and corporate executives from Dubai will convene in Shenzhen on October 14 for the fifth Dubai Business Forum. Led by Dubai Chambers Chairman Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, the delegation aims to align bilateral opportunities around Dubai's D33 Economic Agenda, cross-border investment, and artificial intelligence. Official bilateral non-oil trade between the UAE and China reached AED 180.7 billion in the first half of 2026.