Dubai chambers pitch D33 investment agenda to Chinese investors at Shanghai roundtable
Dubai chambers showcased the D33 investment agenda to Chinese investors in Shanghai, highlighting infrastructure, flexible regulations and regional market access
Dubai Chambers held a targeted roundtable in Shanghai to present the D33 investment agenda to Chinese companies and investors, underscoring the emirate’s growing role as a global business gateway. The meeting introduced the key pillars of Dubai’s D33 strategy and outlined how the city’s competitive advantages can help Chinese firms scale regionally and globally. Representatives from selected Chinese enterprises attended the event to hear details on market entry, incentives and regulatory frameworks designed to support international expansion.
Dubai Chambers showcase D33 in Shanghai
The roundtable was organized by Dubai Chambers as part of a broader outreach to deepen commercial ties with China and attract investment into Dubai’s D33 economic plan. Delegates reviewed sectoral opportunities and heard practical guidance on setting up operations and accessing regional distribution networks from the emirate. Organizers framed the event as a bridge-building exercise to translate policy into deal flow and long-term partnerships.
Key incentives and business environment outlined
Presenters highlighted Dubai’s modern infrastructure, world-class logistics and business-friendly regulations as central draws under the D33 agenda. Key advantages cited included streamlined company formation processes, competitive tax and free-zone offerings, and connectivity that enables rapid access to Middle Eastern, African and Asian markets. Speakers emphasized that these structural factors make Dubai an efficient regional hub for Chinese investors targeting growth across multiple time zones.
Deputy chief executive for international relations on China focus
Salem Al Shamsi, Deputy Chief Executive for International Relations at Dubai Chambers, said the Chinese market occupies a strategic place in the chambers’ international engagement plan. He explained that Dubai seeks to build sustainable cooperation channels that allow Chinese businesses to leverage the emirate’s platforms and expand into neighbouring regions. Al Shamsi described the outreach as part of an ongoing effort to align mutual economic interests and increase sectoral collaboration in areas of shared priority.
Dubai Business Forum China scheduled in Shenzhen on October 14, 2026
Organizers used the Shanghai meeting to preview the upcoming Dubai Business Forum — China, which Dubai Chambers will host in Shenzhen on October 14, 2026. The forum is positioned as a strategic platform that will gather business leaders, investors and policymakers to explore partnerships, joint ventures and investment flows. Program planners signalled a focus on future-oriented sectors such as the digital economy, advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies, where Dubai and Chinese firms see high potential for cooperation.
Investor interest and practical next steps discussed
Participants at the roundtable raised questions on market entry timelines, legal frameworks and the types of support available for pilot projects and joint ventures. Dubai Chambers provided practical follow-ups including guidance on licensing options, introductions to relevant free zones and curated matchmaking opportunities with local service providers. Attendees were encouraged to use the Shenzhen forum and follow-up missions as vehicles to convert initial interest into concrete commitments.
Industry observers said the engagement reflects both sides’ interest in deepening trade and investment ties beyond traditional goods trade to include services, tech and infrastructure projects. Dubai’s positioning as a neutral, well-connected hub and China’s outbound investment appetite create a complementary dynamic that policymakers and business groups on both sides are seeking to exploit.
This Shanghai outreach forms part of Dubai Chambers’ wider international campaign to promote the D33 investment agenda and attract high-quality foreign direct investment. By combining policy messaging with actionable investor support and upcoming convening moments such as the Shenzhen forum, Dubai aims to accelerate partnership formation and foster sustainable economic linkages with Chinese enterprises.
The roundtable concluded with organizers committing to a series of follow-up activities and matchmaking services to help interested Chinese firms navigate Dubai’s market and capitalise on opportunities under the D33 agenda.
