Dubai Chambers China Forum 2026 to Accelerate Digital Economy and Trade Growth
Dubai Chambers has announced that the next edition of the Dubai Business Forum – China will take place in Shenzhen on October 14, 2026, aiming to strengthen trade, investment, and innovation ties between Dubai and China. The event will be held under the theme “Momentum at Scale: Accelerating Shared Success.”
Organized by Dubai Chambers, the forum is expected to bring together senior business leaders, investors, technology firms, policymakers, and multinational companies from both markets to explore opportunities across the digital economy, logistics, advanced manufacturing, venture capital, and emerging technologies.
How Dubai Chambers Is Expanding UAE-China Digital Economy Partnerships
Dubai Chambers stated that the forum is designed to create new channels for cross-border collaboration while positioning Dubai as a strategic global hub for Chinese companies seeking international expansion. Officials highlighted that the initiative aligns with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which aims to double Dubai’s economy and strengthen its position among the world’s top global business cities.
According to Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, the event will focus on “high-impact opportunities” in sectors including the digital economy and emerging technologies.
Shenzhen was selected as the host city due to its global reputation in technology, innovation, and advanced manufacturing. Located in China’s Greater Bay Area, the city has become a major center for digital transformation, smart mobility, logistics, and venture capital development.
The upcoming edition marks the fifth international Dubai Business Forum and the second one hosted in China. Previous editions were held in cities including Beijing, London, Hamburg, and New York. The Beijing edition in 2024 attracted more than 800 business leaders and investors.