UAE Deepens Cooperation with China Across Energy, Renewables, Industry and Infrastructure
Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and CEO of ADNOC, concluded a strategic visit to China aimed at deepening cooperation in energy, renewables, and industrial development between the two nations.
During the visit, Dr. Al Jaber met with senior Chinese officials, including Finance Minister Lan Fo'an, CPC International Department Head Liu Jianchao, and AIIB President Zou Jiayi. The meetings focused on expanding the UAE-China Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and driving joint initiatives to support sustainable economic growth.
He also held talks with executives from major Chinese companies such as CNPC, CNOOC, ZhenHua Oil, and Envision, covering developments in oil, gas, LNG, renewables, refining, and petrochemicals. Discussions explored strategic investments, infrastructure collaboration, and efforts to boost industrial competitiveness and knowledge transfer.
The visit comes amid robust economic ties, with China remaining the UAE's top trading partner. Bilateral trade exceeded $100 billion in 2024, while non-oil trade surged by 18% in Q1 2025 compared to the previous year.
Dr. Al Jaber underscored the UAE's commitment to fostering long-term partnerships that align with both nations' development goals and global sustainability ambitions.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
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