Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized deepening bilateral cooperation with the United Arab Emirates during high-level talks in Beijing on Tuesday, calling for a "stronger, resilient, and dynamic" comprehensive strategic partnership. The meeting with Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, comes amid growing economic alignment between Asia and the Middle East.
Analysts note this year's intensified collaboration focuses on technology transfer, renewable energy projects, and infrastructure development under China's Belt and Road Initiative. "Our partnership serves as a model for South-South cooperation," President Xi stated, highlighting completed projects like the UAE's Hassyan clean coal power plant and ongoing artificial intelligence research ventures.
The discussions also addressed regional security coordination and cross-border digital payment systems, with both sides agreeing to establish a joint innovation fund by Q3 2026. This development follows the UAE's recent inclusion in the BRICS economic bloc, where China plays a leading role.
