Adrian Cheng Chi-kong, former heir apparent to Hong Kong property giant New World Development (NWD), has partnered with a Dubai royal and businessman to spruce up the retail, leisure and cultural offerings of Wafi City, one of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) city’s top shopping destinations. Cheng and Dubai Sheikh Mana bin Khalifa Al Maktoum,…
China’s second fifth-generation fighter jet, the J-35, could find buyers in the Middle East as demand grows for advanced stealth aircraft in the region – though its capabilities remain unknown, according to analysts. A model of the J-35 – made by China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation (Catic) and with a design similar to…
China’s aerospace manufacturers have become a growing presence at overseas air shows as the country seeks to expand its arms sales abroad, bolstered by technological advances in the defence and aviation industries. More than 1,500 companies took part in this year’s Dubai Airshow, the largest such show in the Middle East. They included around 80…
The Middle East is no longer asking whether it should develop domestic space capabilities; it’s deciding with whom it will develop them. If the United States wants to be the country of choice ahead of China, it must create a joint space partnership agreement framework to align American and partner nations’ industry, government and financial…
Image credit: WAM/Website Etihad Airways has launched direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Madinah this week, expanding its strong presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and reinforcing its position as a major facilitator of regional and international travel. The new service enhances travel options for religious, business, and leisure travellers, underscoring the airline’s commitment…
China should more actively pursue the global lead in quantum governance to secure a strategic edge, an influential mainland think tank has urged, as dual-use quantum tech emerges as an increasingly important front in the country’s wide-ranging rivalry with the United States. China could also diversify its technological partnerships by deepening cooperation with EU countries…
Pony.ai and WeRide, two of China’s leading autonomous driving companies, have filed prospectuses for initial public offerings (IPOs) in Hong Kong, marking a milestone for the nation’s driverless technology sector, as it seeks capital market validation amid intensifying global competition. Pony.ai, based in Guangzhou and incorporated in the Cayman Islands, plans to sell 41.96 million…
In a global first, China has launched a cutting-edge commercial underwater data centre in Hainan. The facility has the potential to upgrade digital service offerings, increase Beijing’s share of global internet traffic and serve as a magnet for foreign direct investment from global technology giants. To make progress, China must find a competitive edge, given…
H.E. Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the UAE Media Council and Chairman of BRIDGE, meets Elon Musk, CEO of X, SpaceX, Tesla, and Starlink, at Tesla Headquarters in Palo Alto, California (Photo: AETOSWire) H.E. Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the UAE Media Council and Chairman of BRIDGE,…
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is set to encourage more mainland banks to set up regional headquarters in the city, while the local bourse operator plans to enhance the listing regime, as the government aims to fortify Hong Kong’s position as an international financial centre, according to Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu. In his…