Investopia Beijing Heralds New Era of Economic Cooperation Between the UAE and China
- H.E. Abdulla bin Touq: “Investopia Global, which since its founding has served as a catalyst for global dialogue, a creator of opportunities, and a link connecting visionary investors and innovators, is the ideal platform through which we can achieve sustainable development and mutual prosperity.”
- Investopia Global, the UAE’s leading global investment platform, holds its first edition in Mainland China, at the CP Grand Hall in Beijing, in partnership with SIEF.
- Event witnesses signing of four MoUs, strengthening collaboration between the UAE and China in technology and medical science.
Beijing, China – 19th September 2025: Investopia Global, the leading investment platform and ecosystem of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), today held its inaugural edition in Mainland China, in partnership with the Sino-International Entrepreneurs Federation (SIEF). The event, held at the CP Grand Hall in Beijing, brought together thousands of business leaders, senior executives from the public and private sectors, economic experts and policy makers for impactful discussions on the future of investment. The UAE delegation, led by His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism and the Chairman of Investopia, included distinguished CEOs, government officials, and chamber representatives, who engaged in discussions with their Chinese counterparts to strengthen and further develop the strong bilateral economic relations shared by the two countries.
Investopia Global - Beijing began with opening remarks by Dr Jean Fares, CEO of Investopia, and Yongtu Long, Co-Chairman of SIEF, followed by a keynote address from H.E. Bin Touq. In his remarks, His Excellency highlighted the strength and depth of the economic ties between the UAE and China, noting the wealth of opportunities that Investopia Global presents to enhance collaboration across key sectors of the new economy, including advanced technology, clean energy, smart logistics, and tourism.
"The Beijing edition of Investopia is a new milestone that reflects our shared commitment to developing a promising partnership that serves sustainable development, economic innovation, and enhances communication between the UAE and Chinese business communities. Investopia Global, which since its founding has served as a catalyst for global dialogue, a creator of opportunities, and a link connecting visionary investors and innovators, is the ideal platform through which we can achieve these goals,” H.E. Bin Touq added.
The event, which hosted six panel sessions featuring leaders from both nations, also witnessed the signing of four Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), covering strategic sectors including technology and medical sciences. With agreements between Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) and SIEF; P4ML and the P4 Precision Medicine Innovation Centre Beijing; Investopia and Klickl; and Investopia and SIEF, these MoUs lay the foundation for enhanced collaboration between the business communities of both countries. They contribute towards building a robust regulatory framework that will boost market connectivity, joint investment, the incubation of promising startups and the exchange of talent.
Furthermore, Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, a distinguished leader in global tourism and hospitality and Secretary-General-elect of UN Tourism for the 2026–2029 term, participated in a session titled “Cultural Bridges: Reinventing Tourism Through Heritage, Innovation & Hospitality.” It highlighted how stronger public–private collaboration can unlock hospitality growth, attract cross-border investment, and bring shared heritage to life for a new generation of travelers.
Dr Jean Fares noted that the UAE’s strategic position as a gateway for Chinese companies to access the wider Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region provides great potential for enhancing cooperation in trade and investment: “Today’s event serves as a timely reminder of the importance of building robust, long-term partnerships. In the current climate of challenges to the global trading system, this gathering reinforces the message that cooperation leads to mutual prosperity. The future of commerce is global, and it is vital for both the UAE and China to ensure a steady flow of trade, capital, talent, and innovation. Investopia is a vital platform to forge new strategic partnerships and accelerate cross-border collaboration.”
William Wang, Chief Representative for Middle East & Africa for SIEF, said “It’s our privilege to bring Investopia to China for the first time, bridging the information flow, investment flow, and people flow between the UAE and China. We look forward to facilitating those dialogues further into actual impact, that benefits both countries and beyond.”
The UAE and China enjoy robust economic and trade relations, with China being the UAE’s largest trading partner and the UAE serving as China’s largest partner in the MENA region. Over 16,000 Chinese firms operate in the UAE as of the end of July 2025, with investments exceeding US$6 billion in a range of vital economic sectors. The UAE’s open business environment, long-term residency programs, and commitment to innovation have made it a preferred destination for Chinese investors seeking access to the Middle East, Africa, and beyond.
The UAE delegation included senior officials, business leaders and private sector leaders, including His Excellency Mohammed Alhawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Investment; His Excellency Dr Nasser Al Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Tawazun Council; His Excellency Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park (STRIP); Marwan Al Marri, Director of Asia at Dubai Chambers; His Excellency Hareb Al Mheiri, Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Rabih Ataya, Founder and CEO of Bayt; Abdulla Habib Al Mulla, Owner and CEO of Home Bakery; and Mamoon Sbeih, President of MENA at APCO.
Since its launch in 2021, Investopia has attracted over 11,500 participants from more than 70 countries, including hundreds of ministerial-level officials and over a thousand global business executives. The platform continues to establish itself as a key force shaping global investment trends and driving forward-looking dialogues on the future of the global economy.
About Investopia
Launched in November 2021, Investopia is a UAE-based platform dedicated to accelerating the growth of the new economy by fostering global dialogue, enabling partnerships and communities, and facilitating the flow of capital into high-impact investment opportunities.
About Sino-International Entrepreneurs Federation (SIEF)
The Sino-International Entrepreneurs Federation (SIEF) is a global non-profit, non-partisan organisation. It is incorporated in Zürich and headquartered in Beijing at the Prince Shuncheng Palace. Functioning as a trusted and neutral facilitator, SIEF connects business leaders – across industries, continents and cultures. To achieve this, SIEF continually creates meaningful engagements, such as the Sino-European Entrepreneurs Summit, the Sino-Australasian Entrepreneurs Summit, the China-Africa Investment Forum, the China-Arab Entrepreneurs Summit, the Sino-International Entrepreneurs Summit, as well as a broad range of ongoing programmes around the world. SIEF was established in 2008 by Mr Long Yongtu, Former Vice-Minister of the Ministry of Foreign Economic Cooperation and Trade, the People's Republic of China.
