新华全媒+丨推动中阿贸易投资合作取得新进展——第七届中阿博览会亮点前瞻

Core Insights - The seventh China-Arab Expo will be held from August 28 to 31 in Yinchuan, focusing on trade and investment cooperation between China and Arab countries [1][2] - The trade volume between China and Arab countries is projected to reach $407.4 billion in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 2.3% [1] - China remains the largest trading partner for Arab countries, with increasing demand for products like Saudi shrimp and Tunisian olive oil [1] Trade and Investment - Chinese enterprises are actively involved in building industrial parks in Egypt, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, aiding in the economic diversification of these countries [1] - Arab sovereign wealth funds and companies are investing in China's petrochemical, new energy, and technology sectors [1] - Infrastructure cooperation is expanding from traditional construction to high-speed rail, power plants, oil pipelines, and ports, with increasing technological sophistication [1][2] Emerging Fields - There is a growing collaboration in emerging fields such as e-commerce, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence, with Chinese companies establishing 5G networks in Arab countries [2] - Chinese e-commerce platforms are entering markets in Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, enhancing local living standards [2] Expo Activities - The expo will feature a series of activities including a main opening ceremony, guest country events, and six major exhibition areas focusing on various sectors [2][3] - New initiatives include the establishment of a China-Arab Banking Union Council meeting and a "Silk Road E-commerce" innovation development conference [3] Industry Matching and Cooperation - The expo aims to facilitate precise invitations to international and domestic businesses, with participation from various international organizations and companies [4] - A number of reports and outcomes will be released during the expo, including a report on the development of China-Arab economic relations and a showcase of applicable technologies [4] Historical Context - Since its inception in 2013, the China-Arab Expo has successfully hosted six sessions, with over 7,500 domestic and international enterprises participating, significantly promoting the high-quality construction of the "Belt and Road" initiative [5]