Abu Dhabi

As part of its participation in the China Investment Forum, held as part of the AIM Investment Summit in Abu Dhabi, the Arab Federation for Digital Economy held a series of high-level meetings with a number of senior officials from the People’s Republic of China. The meetings aimed to explore ways to enhance Arab-Chinese cooperation in the digital economy, transfer modern technology to the Arab region, and cooperate in organizing specialized conferences and exhibitions in vital fields.

Meetings held by the Arab Federation for Digital Economy included Mr. Huang Kaixuan, Executive Vice Mayor of the Tianhe District People’s Government in Guangzhou, Mr. Zhuang Changxing, Deputy Director of the Standing Committee of the Shaanxi Provincial People’s Congress, and Mr. Wang Bo, Vice Mayor of Qingdao, China.

His Excellency Dr. Ali Mohammed Al Khouri, Chairman of the Arab Federation for Digital Economy, emphasized during the meetings that the Federation places great importance on strengthening its international partnerships with major Chinese cities that are leaders in innovation and technology. This is part of its strategies aimed at supporting digital transformation in Arab countries and opening new horizons for cooperation in the areas of technology transfer, innovation development, and entrepreneurship.

Al-Khouri highlighted the importance of cooperation with China, given its advanced industrial and technological capabilities. He praised the openness of Chinese officials and their willingness to support partnerships with Arab countries, in a way that serves the common interests of both parties.

For their part, Chinese officials expressed their aspiration to cooperate with the Arab Federation for Digital Economy, affirming their willingness to transfer advanced Chinese expertise to the Arab region and support efforts to build advanced Arab digital systems, in addition to cooperating in organizing specialized exhibitions and conferences on the digital economy and innovation.

Mr. Huang Kaixuan emphasized that the Tianhe District is a major center for innovation and entrepreneurship in China, expressing his welcome to explore opportunities for joint cooperation with Arab countries.

Mr. Zhuang Changxing also pointed out the importance of expanding partnerships with the Arab region in light of the significant technological developments witnessed in Shaanxi Province.

Mr. Wang Bo affirmed Qingdao’s willingness to support joint digital projects with the Arab Federation for Digital Economy and cooperate in organizing specialized events and exhibitions, contributing to economic development in Arab countries.