Beijing: DMCC has announced two major strategic partnerships with the Beijing Innovation Service Hub for Digital Economy Enterprise Going Global and the Beijing Chaoyang Council for the Promotion of International Trade. The signings were made during DMCC's first Made For Trade Live roadshow of 2025, which featured dual events in Beijing and Shenzhen. It was also revealed that the number of Chinese companies in DMCC has increased by 17.5% year-on-year, nearing a total of 1,000.
According to Emirates News Agency, under the agreements, DMCC will collaborate with the Beijing Innovation Service Hub and Beijing Chaoyang on trade promotion, investment facilitation, and strategic business matchmaking. This collaboration aims to connect companies with key government and private sector stakeholders in both Dubai and Beijing.
The partnerships will involve co-hosting business seminars, investment roadshows, and networking events to promote cross-border collaboration. These efforts will also focus on promoting digital trade and blockchain technology to ensure seamless and secure transactions across borders. Companies in both regions will benefit from new investment leads, expanded market opportunities, and streamlined business setup solutions within DMCC, the Beijing Innovation Hub, and Beijing Chaoyang.
Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DMCC, emphasized the importance of these partnerships, stating, "With nearly 1,000 Chinese companies now calling DMCC home, our district has cemented its position as the natural gateway for Chinese businesses in Dubai. Year after year, our growing Chinese community underscores the enduring appeal of our district-one built on tailored services, world-class office space, and dedicated ecosystems for physical commodities and next-gen technologies such as AI and Web3. With two new landmark partnerships with the Beijing Innovation Service Hub and Beijing Chaoyang, we have taken another major step to deepen our commercial ties on the ground, generate new momentum and business opportunities, and ensure DMCC remains the partner of choice for Chinese companies in the region."
The roadshows in Beijing and Shenzhen, held in partnership with Yingtian Global, brought together senior business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to explore opportunities for expansion into Dubai and beyond. These events highlighted the diverse value proposition of DMCC and its capability to provide Chinese companies with an ideal environment to broaden their international reach. Currently, DMCC hosts over 950 Chinese companies, representing over 15% of the estimated 6,000 Chinese businesses in the UAE.
The Made For Trade Live event series plays a crucial role in promoting Dubai as a leading global business destination, supporting DMCC's continued growth. DMCC continues to attract record levels of new businesses to Dubai, accounting for 15% of all foreign direct investment and reinforcing its status as a major economic driver.