Premier Li Qiang held talks with visiting Crown Prince Khaled of Abu Dhabi, UAE, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

Li Qiang stated that China and the UAE are comprehensive strategic partners, sharing a profound traditional friendship and long-term mutual support on issues concerning each other’s core interests. In recent years, under the strategic guidance of the leaders of both nations, China-UAE relations have continued to deepen and develop, with fruitful cooperation across various fields bringing tangible benefits to the peoples of both countries. China is willing to continue partnering with the UAE on the path of common development, strengthening communication and coordination, solidifying political mutual trust, and pushing China-UAE relations and cooperation to new heights to achieve more practical results and better realize mutual benefit and win-win outcomes.

Li Qiang pointed out that China is willing to work with the UAE to consolidate the foundation of energy cooperation and expand collaboration in areas such as energy storage, hydrogen energy, new energy vehicles, and power batteries to promote green transformation in both countries. The two sides should create more growth points in trade, expanding both scale and optimizing structure. China is willing to import more high-quality products from the UAE and welcomes active participation in relevant trade promotion activities, utilizing platforms such as the China International Import Expo and the China International Fair for Trade in Services to increase product promotion. Cooperation prospects in innovation and development are broad; China welcomes increased UAE investment in areas like artificial intelligence, the digital economy, advanced manufacturing, and life sciences, and supports joint research, talent cultivation between universities, research institutions, and enterprises of both countries to jointly nurture and grow emerging and future industries. The two sides can also strengthen cooperation in connectivity, finance, and other fields to continuously promote trade and investment facilitation.

Li Qiang stated that since the outbreak of the Iran conflict, China has maintained close communication with relevant parties, actively committed to promoting peace and halting the war. China is willing to further play a constructive role in contributing to the restoration of peace and stability in the Gulf region. It is hoped that the UAE will continue to take effective measures to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens, institutions, and projects in the UAE.

Khaled stated that China is an important comprehensive strategic partner and a trustworthy friend of the UAE. UAE-China relations have a long history and deep roots, built on mutual trust, mutual respect, and common interests. Thanks to the vision and strategic foresight of the leaders of both countries, bilateral relations are developing with strong momentum. The UAE attaches great importance to and prioritizes the development of relations with China in its foreign policy. It is willing to further enhance high-level exchanges with China, expand exchanges and cooperation in trade, investment, energy, technological innovation, education, culture, and other fields to better serve the development and interests of both countries and their peoples. Given the current severe situation in the Middle East, China has always been committed to the peaceful resolution of disputes through political means and promoting harmonious relations among regional countries, which is highly appreciated by the UAE and other regional nations. The UAE expects China to continue playing an important role in promoting regional peace and security and is willing to take all necessary measures to safeguard the safety of Chinese citizens in the UAE.

After the talks, Li Qiang and Khaled jointly witnessed the signing of multiple cooperation documents in agriculture, technology, investment, traditional Chinese medicine, and other fields.

Great Hall of the People

The Great Hall of the People is a monumental state building located on the western edge of Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China. Completed in 1959 as one of the “Ten Great Buildings” constructed for the 10th anniversary of the People’s Republic, it serves as the primary meeting place for China’s national legislature (the National People’s Congress) and hosts major political and diplomatic events.

China International Import Expo

The China International Import Expo (CIIE) is an annual trade fair first held in Shanghai in 2018, initiated by the Chinese government to promote global trade and

Great Hall of the People

The Great Hall of the People is a state building located on the western edge of Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China. Completed in 1959 as one of the “Ten Great Buildings” constructed for the 10th anniversary of the People’s Republic, it serves as the primary meeting place for China’s national legislature (the National People’s Congress) and hosts major political and diplomatic events.

China International Import Expo

The China International Import Expo (CIIE) is an annual trade fair launched in Shanghai in 2018, initiated by the Chinese government to promote global trade and open its domestic market. It serves as a major platform for international companies to showcase products and services, symbolizing China’s commitment to economic globalization and import expansion.

China International Fair for Trade in Services

The China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) is a major annual state-level expo launched in 2012, held in Beijing to promote global trade in services. It serves as a key platform for international exchange and cooperation, reflecting China’s growing focus on the service sector within its economy. The fair highlights sectors like finance, technology, and tourism, and has expanded its influence significantly since its inception.