对话迪拜商会总裁卢塔：把迪拜当跳板，去探索全球新兴市场

Core Viewpoint - Chinese manufacturing companies are currently seeking new opportunities in the context of geopolitical changes and global supply chain restructuring, with Dubai being positioned as a strategic hub for accessing new markets [1][2]. Group 1: Dubai's Strategic Importance - Dubai is promoting itself as a global supply chain hub, with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) aiming to enhance high-tech and digital economy development [3][4]. - The UAE has signed 27 bilateral trade agreements, allowing Chinese companies to potentially export products to the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia with reduced or zero tariffs if they establish bases in Dubai [6][7]. - Dubai's logistics capabilities, including the development of Al Maktoum International Airport, are crucial for connecting Chinese production with African markets, which are among the fastest-growing economies globally [2][8]. Group 2: Opportunities for Chinese Enterprises - By the end of 2025, over 6,000 Chinese companies are expected to be registered with the Dubai Chamber, ranging from multinational corporations to emerging market leaders [4][5]. - Chinese electric vehicle brands, such as MG and Xpeng, dominate the Dubai market, with 80.8% of imported electric vehicles coming from China [5]. - Dubai serves as an efficient transit point for Chinese companies to access broader Middle Eastern markets, leveraging its established logistics networks [6][8]. Group 3: Digital Economy and Innovation - The D33 agenda aims to increase the digital economy's contribution to Dubai's GDP to 20%, targeting a value of 100 billion dirhams [10]. - There is a strong interest in integrating AI technologies into various sectors, including healthcare and smart city management, to enhance operational efficiency in Dubai [11]. - Dubai is also looking to leverage agricultural technology from China to meet the growing demands of the African market, using Dubai as a research and showcase center [11]. Group 4: Support for Chinese SMEs - The restructuring of the Dubai Chamber into three independent entities aims to provide specialized support for Chinese SMEs and startups looking to enter the Dubai market [14][15]. - The "sandbox mechanism" allows companies to test their technologies and business models in a controlled environment, facilitating innovation and commercialization [15]. - The "Expand North Star" initiative connects startups with global investors, providing a platform for Chinese enterprises to access funding [15][16].