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5/26/25, 11:59 AM Ajman Crown Prince witnesses signing of 10 strategic MoUs between Ajman government, Chongqing Municipality
He concluded by thanking the UAE Embassy in Beijing and organising entities for
their efforts in fostering bilateral cooperation and supporting initiatives that
contribute to a brighter, more prosperous future for both nations.

For his part, the UAE Ambassador to China confirmed that the conference reflects
the depth of the two countries' economic relations. He noted that non-oil trade
exceeded US$ 90 billion in 2024, with mutual aspirations to reach US$ 200 billion
by 2030.

Ding Xiangdong, Deputy Mayor of the Chongqing Municipal, commended the level
of bilateral relations and stressed the importance of the conference in deepening
cooperation. He emphasised Chongqing's strategic economic role in Western China

and its significance in the Belt and Road Initiative, seeking to enhance global
partnerships in advanced industry, smart transport, energy, and cultural exchange.

He affirmed the municipality's commitment to providing a welcoming environment
for UAE businesses and boosting institutional and economic collaboration.

The conference witnessed active participation from KEZAD Group, Ras Al
Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ); Abu Dhabi Investment Office; Dubai
Chambers; Ajman Free Zone Authority; Ajman Chamber of Commerce; and several
CEOs and investors.

Key MoUs signed between the Government of Ajman and Chongqing Municipality
included collaborations between the two following entities: Ajman's Department of

Economic Development and Chongqing's Economy, Trade, and IT Commissions;
Ajman's Department of Tourism Development and Chongqing's Culture and
Tourism Committee; Ajman's Ports and Customs Department and Chongqing's
Ports and Logistics Office; Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the
China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT)- Chongqing; and
Ajman Free Zone and the Liangjiang New Area Free Trade Zone.

For academic cooperation, Ajman University signed MoUs with Chongqing
University, and Southwest University. City University Ajman also signed an MoU

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