Dubai Chambers has reinforced its strategic economic engagement with China following high-level talks with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Shanghai aimed at expanding bilateral trade and investment cooperation.
The meeting brought together Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, and Yang Dongsheng, Vice Chairman of CCPIT Shanghai.
Discussions centered on unlocking new avenues of collaboration between the business communities of Dubai and China, with particular emphasis on high-growth sectors such as the digital economy.
Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah President, CEO Dubai Chambers
“Dubai and China share a dynamic economic partnership with significant scope to expand trade and investment ties, deepen collaboration, and drive mutual growth. We are committed to further strengthening cooperation between the business communities in both markets, supporting two-way investment flows, and exploring new opportunities across priority sectors.”
The dialogue reflects a broader push by Dubai to deepen its integration with major global markets, particularly China, which remains a critical partner in trade, logistics, and emerging technologies.
Recent data underscores the growing footprint of Chinese enterprises in Dubai’s business ecosystem. China ranked as the seventh-largest source of new foreign companies joining the Dubai Chamber of Commerce in 2025. Over the course of the year, 1,583 Chinese companies became members, marking a 7 percent increase compared to the previous year.
This steady growth highlights Dubai’s continued appeal as a gateway for Chinese firms seeking regional and global expansion.
As a key engine of economic development, Dubai Chambers continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening the emirate’s global competitiveness.
The organization actively supports businesses in scaling internationally, promotes the advancement of the digital economy, and safeguards the interests of the private sector.
