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In a statement issued ahead of the event, Dubai Chambers detailed plans for the invitation-only Dubai Business Forum – China, which will convene business leaders from both sides to accelerate strategic economic collaboration. The gathering in Shenzhen will focus on connecting Chinese companies with Dubai’s ecosystem and translating shared ambitions into tangible outcomes across trade and investment. Dubai Chambers maintains three representative offices in China, located in Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong, to support these growing links. The forum builds directly on prior engagements that have positioned Dubai as a launchpad for Chinese firms expanding into the Middle East, Africa and beyond.
The organisation said it continues to bolster partnerships with the Chinese business community through targeted initiatives that showcase diverse opportunities in the emirate while attracting multinational companies, unicorns and startups. Sessions will cover sectors including green technology, e-commerce, artificial intelligence, healthcare and renewable energy, according to the announcement. Public and private sector partners from Dubai and China will explore ways to strengthen bilateral relations and leverage the Dubai Economic Agenda. Such efforts have already resulted in multiple cooperation agreements in recent years.
Dubai Chambers has cooperated with 18 Chinese entities in preparatory discussions earlier in 2026, a move that explored avenues for the upcoming forum and broader economic ties. These talks introduced the Chinese business community to investment prospects in Dubai and aimed to forge new partnerships. The chamber’s activities align with its mandate to elevate Dubai’s role on the global business map. Officials have emphasised practical outcomes from each engagement.
Trading Economics data places China’s exports to the United Arab Emirates at $65.59 billion in 2024, underscoring the scale of bilateral commerce that forums such as this one seek to expand. The Observatory of Economic Complexity figures show monthly trade volumes between the two sides frequently exceeding $4 billion in recent periods, with consistent growth over the past five years despite global headwinds. This commerce covers a wide range of goods and reflects Dubai’s function as a re-export and logistics hub for Chinese products entering regional markets. The partnerships aim to diversify beyond traditional trade into higher-value investment flows.
Chinese business executives have repeatedly highlighted Dubai’s advantages in statements carried by Dubai Chambers. Gavil Fang, CEO of Meorient, said, For us, Dubai is undoubtedly the exhibition capital of the Middle East and key markets in Asia and Africa. We believe that it is the best choice of trade hub for Chinese companies looking to expanding their business to the wider MENA region. Alex Yang, co-founder and chief operating officer of Tuya Smart, said, Over the past few decades, Dubai has cultivated an inclusive and synergistic industry ecosystem that fosters innovation and collaboration. Dr. Jusong Xia, president of international business at United Imaging Healthcare, said, Dubai offers efficient registration processes for the healthcare industry.
The forum forms part of a longer sequence of Dubai Chambers events in China, including a business seminar in Beijing in 2025 and the earlier edition of the China-focused gathering. Each iteration has produced memoranda of understanding and increased interest from Chinese firms in establishing regional headquarters in Dubai. The chamber’s approach includes both high-level dialogues and practical support for market entry. Organisers expect the October 2026 event to yield further agreements across the targeted sectors.
