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Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Arabian Business

Iraq Overturns Saddam-Era Curbs on Foreign Ownership and Corporate Investment

Iraq's Federal Supreme Court has struck down Saddam Hussein-era measures that restricted foreign corporate investment and property ownership. The ruling eliminates long-standing legal inconsistencies as Baghdad works to draw billions in Gulf capital from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. While regional energy and infrastructure deals are already underway, investors note that bureaucracy and financing costs remain operational obstacles.

Industry News
Source: ThinkChina

Chinese Banks Provide Dollar Facilities to QatarEnergy and Saudi Aramco

Four major Chinese state commercial banks have agreed to provide a US$3 billion loan facility to QatarEnergy, while Saudi Aramco is negotiating a US$10 billion credit facility involving Chinese lenders. These dollar-denominated commitments follow a record US$11.5 billion in Chinese bank lending to Gulf borrowers in 2025.

China–UAE News
Source: Enterprise / UECN

Guangdong Governor Meets Ras Al Khaimah Ruler to Deepen China-UAE Ties

Guangdong Governor Wang Weizhong met with Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, in Guangzhou to expand bilateral cooperation across trade, advanced manufacturing, and emerging industries. Following the meeting, both leaders witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding on fostering exchanges and cooperation. The engagement coincides with expanding Chinese bank syndicated financing for UAE energy projects.

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