Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has successfully wrapped up its a multi-city business mission across China, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing the trade and investment relations between the two nations.
The delegation took part in several high-level B2B engagements, the ‘UAE – China (Sichuan) Economic & Trade Cooperation Promotion Conference’ event and the Invest UAE Roadshow in Guangzhou led by the UAE Ministry of Investment.
The events united senior officials, business leaders, and investors to explore cooperation across various fields such as energy, logistics, technology, healthcare, green energy, and more.
Through its participation, RAKEZ enhanced dialogue with stakeholders, highlighted its business appeal, and strengthened economic ties with one of its most important international markets.
Ramy Jallad Group CEO – RAKEZ
“China is a market of great strategic importance to us. Our continuous engagement across several provinces is part of a broader mission to foster resilient, future-focused partnerships. As an enabler of the Belt and Road Initiative, RAKEZ stands as a trusted platform where Chinese enterprises can establish, innovate, and thrive on a global scale. We are here to support their journey every step of the way.”
During the Invest UAE Roadshow in Guangzhou, Anas Hijjawi, CCO of RAKEZ, took part in a panel discussion titled ‘The UAE as a Manufacturing Hub for Chinese Companies Expanding Internationally,’ introducing RAKEZ’s dual-track industrial strategy.
Anas Hijjawi first highlighted the zone’s strong foundation in traditional manufacturing sectors such as metal processing, building materials, chemicals, etc. Secondly, Anas introduced the evolving vision of RAKEZ, outlining initiatives like Tech Flex, which seeks to attract technology-driven companies by leveraging synergies with its established industrial base.
This transition is already underway through key developments like THi’s $300 million high-tech industrial park and the $360 million Zhong A Shandong Industrial Park, which are drawing businesses in advanced manufacturing, wood processing, and food production.
RAKEZ continues to attract the Chinese business community through its collaborative and flexible approach. The economic zone co-develops infrastructure and services with partners to meet project-specific goals, fostering long-term ties with over 200 Chinese companies in sectors like LED lighting, packaging, recycling, and engineering.
Key players such as China State Construction, Metally Industries, Maxtron Show Lighting, Zaiwei Construction, and THi have chosen RAKEZ as a base for regional operations. Through streamlined licensing, scalable warehousing and industrial space, and visa facilitation, these enterprises get support to set up and drive growth.
RAKEZ’s efforts fall in line with the UAE’s broader role as a key trade partner for China. Its collaborations with leading Chinese industrial entities and development zones such as the Tianjin Pilot Free Trade Zone, Liaocheng Economic and Technological Development Zone, Zhong A Shandong Industrial Park, and Foshan Commerce Bureau – highlight the depth of its engagement.
Through roadshows in key cities such as Shenzhen, Foshan, Dongguan, Guangzhou, Liaocheng, and Tianjin, these relationships are further strengthened.
RAKEZ remains dedicated to fostering growth in next-gen sectors such as electric mobility, agri-tech, circular economy solutions, and specialty chemicals. It is also committed to supporting the Chinese businesses seeking for global expansion and lasting relevance in the region.
