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9/3/25, 10:38 AM UAE participates as Guest of Honour in 7th edition of China-Arab States Expo in Yinchuan, highlights opportunities to strengthen E…
The UAE delegation was led by H.E. Hussein Ibrahim Al Hammadi, UAE Ambassador to China; H.E.
Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Economy and Tourism; and over 50

representatives from 17 public and private entities. Establishing the exhibition’s largest national pavilion,

the UAE showcased its national business environment and strategic advantages in the Middle East and
Asia, featuring a wide array of leading Emirati companies and institutions.

Speaking at the exhibition, H.E. Abdullah Al Saleh affirmed the UAE and China share robust historical
ties and a strategic, comprehensive economic partnership. Guided by the visionary outlook of both

leaderships and their shared determination, this relationship continues to progress toward greater
prosperity, reflecting the aspirations of both the nation for sustainable economic development.

H.E. Abdullah Al Saleh stated: “The UAE’s role as Guest of Honour underscores the strong momentum
in our bilateral economic and commercial cooperation. We view this event as a strategic platform to

enhance UAE-China economic, investment, and trade partnerships, support business community dialogue,

and strengthen broader Arab-China cooperation. This exhibition also celebrates the deep-rooted
civilisational connection between our peoples, forged through the historic Silk Road and centuries of trade

and cultural exchange, bonds that continue to build enduring bridges of trust and collaboration.”

“UAE-China economic and investment relations are growing continuously, with China as the UAE’s

leading global trading partner. Conversely, the UAE is China’s primary non-oil trade hub in the Middle
East and Africa, acting as a crucial gateway with over 60 per cent of China’s regional exports transit

through it. This reflects our deep cooperation and economic integration, underscoring the strategic

importance of our bilateral relations in advancing sustainable development and mutual investment
opportunities,” H.E. added.

His Excellency Hussain Ibrahim Al Hammadi, UAE Ambassador to China, emphasised that the

UAE’s participation as Guest of Honor at this year’s China-Arab States Expo underscores the depth of the

historical and strategic ties with China.

His Excellency noted that this participation represents a valuable opportunity to showcase the UAE’s

pioneering developmental achievements, highlight promising investment and economic prospects across
various sectors, and further strengthen cooperation in key fields such as technology, energy, renewable

energy, modern agriculture, and innovation.

“This participation reflects a shared commitment to expanding avenues of strategic cooperation and

strengthening a partnership founded on mutual respect and common benefit. The Expo provided an ideal

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