The Abu Dhabi government signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Shanghai’s Municipal People’s Government during a visit by an economic delegation to China, according to the Abu Dhabi Media Office. The agreement covers sectors including business, trade, finance, science, tech, education, culture, health, tourism, and ports. The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) and the Shanghai Federation of Industry and Commerce also partnered to promote bilateral trade and streamline investment processes.

The delegation explored potential collaboration with Chinese companies including ByteDance, consumer electronics firm Xiaomi, investment group Legend Holding, Xiaodong, manufacturing conglomerate BYD, financial services firm CICC, and tech company CATL. Last week, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (Adio) inked a raft of agreements with Chinese companies to increase bilateral investment cooperation, including with media company Yicai Global.

Bilateral trade between the two countries is expected to hit USD 200 bn by 2030. The number of Chinese companies registered with ADCCI rose by 69.4% in 2024, while UAE investments in China increased by 120%.

UAE, Pakistan discuss trade, investment, and regional stability: Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Abu Dhabi to discuss strengthening bilateral ties, according to a ministry statement. The talks focused on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy, defense, and cultural exchanges. The two leaders also reviewed regional and global developments, emphasizing the importance of peace, stability, and shared economic growth.

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