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4/14/25, 4:22 PM Minister Of Economy Explores Strengthening Cooperation With Governor Of Guangxi - UrduPoint
The Minister of Economy also highlighted the importance of continuing to explore

new investment and development opportunities that contribute to the sustainable

development of both economies.

He explained that the UAE serves as a strategic gateway to the middle East and

African markets, supported by its position as a global hub for re-export and

advanced logistics services. He added that the UAE’s comprehensive economic
ecosystem empowers its partners, including Guangxi Zhuang, to expand to

new markets, facilitating the flow of their exports and overseas investments.

The meeting also explored opportunities for strengthening public-private

partnerships between the two countries, particularly in digital trade, smart

manufacturing, advanced technologies, and infrastructure investment. Discussions
further covered the potential to expand cooperation in food security,

sustainable agriculture, free zones, tourism, air transport, and smart cities.

The Chinese side welcomed the prospect of expanding economic cooperation with
the UAE and developing new mechanisms for knowledge exchange in areas such

as technology, logistics services, and port services. This aligns with the global

significance of both countries as influential economic hubs in the international

trade landscape.

Both sides further emphasised the importance of the continued exchange of

delegations and participation in economic exhibitions and events, recognising

these platforms as key to enhancing partnerships between

their business communities and identifying new investment opportunities. They
noted that the abundance of opportunities offered by the rapidly

evolving business communities in the UAE and China, which have witnessed

unprecedented advancement across all levels in recent years, add to the

importance of such joint efforts.

China is the UAE’s top global trading partner, accounting for a significant share of
the country’s non-oil trade. The UAE is currently home to over

15,000 Chinese companies operating across diverse sectors, reflecting the

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