Trade between UAE and China surged to $102 billion in 2024

Sheikh Mansour emphasised that the meeting marks a significant milestone within the strategic comprehensive relations between the UAE and China, rooted in fruitful cooperation

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His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, attended the first meeting of the UAE-China Investment Cooperation Committee, which was held virtually on Monday, in the presence of several senior officials from both countries.

Addressing the meeting, Sheikh Mansour conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to President of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, along with his best wishes for continued prosperity and growth in bilateral relations.

He also extended congratulations to the Chinese side on the occasion of the Chinese New Year.

Sheikh Mansour emphasised that the meeting marks a significant milestone within the strategic comprehensive relations between the UAE and China, rooted in fruitful cooperation across sectors such as economy, investment, energy, and technology.

Sheikh Mansour highlighted that 2024 marked a significant year as the two countries celebrated 40 years of diplomatic relations.

He indicated that bilateral trade between the UAE and China surged to $102 billion in 2024, up 7% on the previous year, reflecting the accelerating growth of their economic ties.

He also praised China’s continued commitment to strengthening its economic partnership with the UAE.