"Understanding Middle East: A Successful International Visit to Dubai

From September 12 to 17, the "Understanding Middle East" Dubai International Visit, hosted by Sino-European Manufacturing Club, concluded successfully in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Twenty-nine entrepreneurs from China deeply engaged in sectors such as photovoltaic and new energy, infrastructure and real estate, food and beverage, educational technology, and industrial investment, with project cooperation signing amounting to 600 million USD, creating a lively atmosphere and fruitful outcomes.

The event was sponsored by Ching Group and co-hosted by Kylin Spirits Group, Miss Wu Liangtang, Fuxing Weiye Education, and ASEAN International Biotechnology Valley.

Hong Kong on 13th September 2023

•   Attending the 8th Belt and Road Summit, studying the important speech by Deputy Prime Minister Ding Xuexiang

•   Invited to the Middle East Road Round Table Forum, Belt and Road 10th Anniversary Celebration Cocktail Party, and other VIP events

•   Hosting the China-UAE Entrepreneurs Dinner at the Hong Kong Jockey Club, with closed-door discussions on "Economic Trends and Strategies" and "China-Middle East Industrial Opportunities" with the chief economist from the Fortune Global 500 companies in the Asia-Pacific. The attending companies had a combined value of over 100 billion yuan, with each guest allocated time for individual speech and sharing

•  Attending the UAE Industry Project Matchmaking Meeting and the Saudi Arabia Industry Project Promotion Meeting, where delegation enterprise projects were significantly promoted, further expanding the circle of Middle Eastern entrepreneurs

•   The living Buddha Jia Cuo attended the "Understanding Middle East" themed luncheon, exchanging views on Middle Eastern religion, entrepreneurial mindset, philosophy, and other topics with domestic and foreign entrepreneurs

•   Arrival in Dubai, UAE in the evening

Dubai on 15th September 2023

•   Visiting the world's largest solar industry park: The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and discussing with DEWA's Vice President Marwan Bin Haidar and Dr. Aaesha Alnuaimi. The representative of China's HJT photovoltaic unicorn enterprise led the discussion and reached an important consensus

•   Visiting the Dubai Economic Department (DET), discussing with Kasimi Mohammed, senior official of the private company division, learning about Dubai's business environment, qualification and access system, etc. Presented the English edition of President Xi's "The Governance of China"

•   Discussing with Hamid Ali, CEO of NASDAQ Dubai Exchange, about Chinese-funded NASDAQ Dubai listing, secondary listing, and other projects

•   "Understanding the Middle East" Dubai Dinner at MOTT32 (Michelin two-star Chinese restaurant), where members of the Abu Dhabi Al Mulla family, Dubai Lootah family, India's Madhu family, as well as representatives from the UAE Police Department, African Bank, and Chinese Chamber of Commerce, enjoyed a delightful conversation. 

•   "Chinese Night" Kylin Party at Khalifa Tower, gathering with representatives of Chinese-funded enterprises in the Middle East for networking and fellowship.

Dubai on 16th September 2023

•   Exploring AL SEEF commercial walking street, discussing the overseas expansion of China's large consumer industry brands

•   One-on-one project matchmaking meetings

•   Desert dinner closing ceremony (experience customized traditional Arabic performances, modified Land Cruiser sand surfing, falconry, camel riding, and other classic desert cultures)

Basic Hospitality Arrangements

•   Toyota Alphard airport transfers, 6 days and 5 nights stay at Marriott five-star hotels, 4 Michelin meals, a voyage on the 110-foot luxury yacht Farlati, and enjoying Jade Kirin 23-year-old single malt Chinese whisky

Upcoming Events of Understanding the Middle East

•   October 23-27: Saudi Future Investment Initiative Annual Meeting (attended by the Saudi Crown Prince, leaders from 10 countries, top 100 global funds, and unicorn enterprises)

•   November 30 - December 9: Dubai/Abu Dhabi COP28 United Nations Climate Change Conference (one of today's most influential global meetings, attended by numerous heads of state, government leaders, and well-known entrepreneurs)