Abu Dhabi
The Arab Federation for Digital Economy presented a “Shield of Appreciation” to Mr. Wang Bo, Vice Mayor of Qingdao, China, for his efforts in supporting cooperation between the People’s Republic of China and Arab countries in the fields of the digital economy and technology transfer.
In the presence of His Excellency Hussain Al Hammadi, UAE Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, His Excellency Dr. Ali Mohammed Al Khouri, President of the Arab Federation for Digital Economy, presented the shield during a meeting held as part of the China Investment Forum at the AIM Investment Summit, held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from April 7 to 9, 2025.
This honor came as part of the two sides’ discussion of ways of cooperation between the Chinese city of Qingdao and the Arab Federation for Digital Economy, particularly in the areas of technology transfer, supporting digital transformation projects, and organizing specialized conferences and exhibitions in the Arab region.
His Excellency Dr. During the meeting, Ali Mohammed Al Khouri emphasized the depth of cooperation between China and Arab countries, emphasizing the importance of exchanging expertise and benefiting from the pioneering experiences of Chinese cities in the fields of innovation and technology.
For his part, Mr. Wang Bo expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Arab Federation for Digital Economy, emphasizing Qingdao’s keenness to build strategic partnerships with Arab countries and enhance cooperation in various technical and economic fields.
Qingdao, China, is a leading global city in the economic and technological fields. Located on the eastern coast of China, the port of Qingdao is one of the largest ports in the country and the world, contributing significantly to international trade. The city is home to many international companies that contribute to the local and global economy and is a focal point for the maritime and renewable energy industries.
Technologically, Qingdao is a leading center for digital innovation and modern technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain, investing heavily in research and development. The city plays a pivotal role in the digital economy and is a launching point for many technological initiatives that keep pace with global transformations in this field.
