UAE–China Economic Network

Empowering Enterprises, Connecting Nations.

Driving sustainable growth by fostering collaboration, trade, and innovation between the UAE and China.

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UECN Forum 2025

Gathering senior government officials, business leaders, innovators, and investors, the forum will provide a unique opportunity to engage in dialogue, explore cross-border partnerships, and showcase new avenues for collaboration.

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Why we are here

The UAE–China Economic Network (UECN) empowers businesses by fostering cross-border collaboration, strengthening trade ties, and creating sustainable opportunities for growth between the United Arab Emirates and China.

What we have achieved


500+ Members


$2.3B+ Trade Volume Facilitated


50+ Major Events & Forums

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Building Bridges, Year by Year

2020 – UECN Established

Founded to strengthen trade and economic cooperation between the UAE and China.

2021 – First UAE–China Business Forum

Hosted in Abu Dhabi, welcoming 200+ delegates and government representatives.

2023 – Membership Surpasses 300

Expanded reach into key sectors including logistics, technology, energy, and finance.

2025 – Digital Networking Platform Launched

Introduced an online members’ directory and virtual events platform to enhance collaboration.

UAE-China Trade

The United Arab Emirates and China share one of the most dynamic economic partnerships in the region. China has become the UAE’s largest trading partner, with bilateral trade exceeding $70 billion annually and continuing to grow. The relationship spans diverse sectors including energy, infrastructure, logistics, finance, and technology, with both nations playing strategic roles in global supply chains.

Our Pillars

Five core services designed to support trade, market entry, compliance and investment — tailored to help businesses scale sustainably.

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Trade facilitation services

Logistics & Operations

End-to-end support to streamline cross-border trade, reduce friction and lower transaction costs.

Our Trade Facilitation Services cover customs clearance optimisation, documentation and tariff classification support, trade logistics coordination, and trade finance advisory. We help companies digitise paperwork, secure faster port processing, design compliant shipping routes and partner with trusted freight-forwarders to reduce dwell times. We also provide capacity building for supply chain teams, risk mitigation plans for perishable and high-value goods, and tailored guidance on preferential trade agreements and rules of origin so your goods move faster and cheaper across borders.

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Business matching and networking opportunities

Partnerships & Growth

Curated introductions and partnership-building to connect you with buyers, suppliers and strategic allies.

We deliver curated B2B matchmaking, trade mission coordination, and virtual and in-person networking events designed to create high-value connections. Our approach includes pre-qualified partner sourcing, bespoke meeting agendas, negotiation support and follow-up facilitation. Whether you need distributors, buyers, technology partners or investment contacts, we match your capabilities to the right market players and fast-track commercial conversations.

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Legal and regulatory guidance

Compliance & Risk

Practical compliance advice to keep your business on the right side of local and international regulations.

Our legal and regulatory services include licensing and permit support, regulatory research, contract drafting and review, customs law guidance, and dispute resolution strategies. We work with local counsel and regulatory experts to interpret sector-specific rules and provide step-by-step compliance roadmaps — reducing delays, preventing penalties, and enabling smoother market access for your goods and services.

Testimonials

Zehra Fattah
Zehra Fattah
CEO - Kent Consulting & Events
“My mission is to support bilateral trade and investments amongst the Middle East and the APAC region”
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Paulius Stankevicius
Paulius Stankevicius
CEO Founder - Stankevicius Group
I am always open to various partnerships and real value exchange
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Tony Yang
Tony Yang
Vice President -Strategic Projects - TruKKer
Tony Yang is a finance and investment professional with over two decades in the industry.
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Yulia Khotkovskaya
Yulia Khotkovskaya
Head of Marketing - INTERNATIONAL REGISTER OF SHIPPING
I envision a future of strengthened UAE-China collaboration driven by shared goals in innovation, sustainable development, and cultural exchange
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Heba Muhsen
Heba Muhsen
Head of Medical Department - NAFFCO
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Trade in the UAE

>54,000
UAE GDP per capita (USD)
The World Bank (2024)
>24 billion
Total bilateral trade in goods (SGD)
Enterprise Singapore (2024)
7th
Global Competitiveness Index (2024)
Institute for Management Development (2024)
>549 billion
UAE annual GDP (USD)
Economist Intelligence Unit (2024)
>10 million
UAE population
The World Bank (2024)
4%
GDP growth (2024)
Economist Intelligence Unit (2024)
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Our Events’ Gallery

Celebrating Our Events

Explore highlights from our forums, networking sessions, and conferences that bring together leaders, innovators, and businesses from the UAE and China. Our gallery captures the moments that showcase collaboration and shared success.

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OUR LEADERS

Strategic Vision. Trusted Leadership

The UECN Board of Directors unites expertise from across industries to drive meaningful partnerships, foster innovation, and create opportunities between the UAE and China.

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