3 6 Ke·2025-07-07 10:09Group 1: Airline and Logistics Developments - Emirates Airlines launched a direct flight route from Shenzhen to Dubai, increasing weekly flights from 4 to 11, facilitating trade and tourism between Shenzhen and the Middle East [2] - JD Logistics signed a cooperation agreement with Abu Dhabi Airport Free Zone to develop a smart logistics hub, covering an area of approximately 70,000 square meters, expected to be operational by 2028 [2] - The Abu Dhabi Port Group's new roll-on/roll-off ship "Zaher" commenced its maiden voyage, carrying nearly 4,000 domestic cars from Ningbo-Zhoushan Port to Egypt, marking the first automotive export route through the region [3] Group 2: Technology and Financial Innovations - China Communications Technology Co., Ltd. signed a contract for the Dubai Blue Line project, marking its first breakthrough in the Gulf market, providing integrated communication and signal systems [3] - Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange launched the Middle East's first blockchain-based digital bond pricing program, indicating a significant step in financial innovation [4] - The UAE released the world's first mixed aviation operation regulatory framework, allowing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to operate alongside traditional helicopters [6] Group 3: Real Estate and Economic Growth - Dubai's real estate market achieved a record sales volume of $89 billion in the first half of the year, with a 40% year-on-year increase, driven by strong performance across various property types [5] - Dubai Duty Free reported sales of 4.118 billion dirhams (approximately $1.128 billion) in the first half of 2025, a 5.34% increase compared to the previous year [6] - The UAE ranked first globally in mobile shopping adoption, with 67% of consumers using smartphones for their last purchase, a 23% increase from 2022 [4]