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UAE Delegation Explores Industrial and Technology Partnerships with China at Shanghai Fair

A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology is attending the China International Industry Fair 2026 in Shanghai. The mission focuses on expanding industrial partnerships, smart manufacturing, and technology transfer between the UAE and Chinese companies. Participating entities include Emirates Development Bank, Abu Dhabi Investment Office, EDGE Group, and Emirates Global Aluminium.

Published Source: Gulf Daily News (Bahrain)
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A UAE delegation led by Hasan Jasem Al Nowais, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), is visiting the China International Industry Fair (CIIF) 2026 in Shanghai, Gulf Daily News reported, citing Wam. The event runs until October 16, 2026.

According to the report, the ministry's participation aims to strengthen industrial partnerships, explore investment opportunities in priority sectors, and advance bilateral cooperation in advanced technology and smart manufacturing.

The UAE delegation includes senior ministry officials alongside representatives from major UAE entities and enterprises, including the Emirates Development Bank, Abu Dhabi Investment Office, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), EDGE Group, Emirates Global Aluminium, and Aldar.

The visit programme incorporates exhibition pavilion tours, direct meetings with Chinese industrial firms, and site visits to manufacturing facilities specialising in robotics, automation, and smart production systems.

MoIAT reported that these engagements are designed to evaluate technology transfer opportunities, build industrial partnerships, and present UAE-based investment opportunities to international industrial companies.

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