DMCC has reported a 16% rise in Chinese businesses joining its district over the past year, bringing the total to more than 1,000 companies.
The announcement was made during the latest leg of the “Made For Trade Live” roadshow in China, which included events in Shanghai, Suzhou, and Hangzhou.
The surge underscores DMCC’s growing appeal as a gateway for Chinese innovation-driven firms expanding globally through Dubai. The business district has recorded double-digit annual growth in Chinese memberships for five consecutive years, with increases of 19% in 2022, 21% in 2023, and 17% in 2024. Much of this momentum comes from sectors such as AI, blockchain, Web3, and digital infrastructure.
DMCC now hosts more than 130 Chinese technology companies within its community of over 3,400 tech firms. The district provides a purpose-built ecosystem designed to help Chinese enterprises access new markets across the Middle East, Africa, and beyond.
“China is now the UAE’s largest trading partner, with bilateral trade exceeding USD 102 billion last year,”
said Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and CEO of DMCC.
“We have seen consistent growth in Chinese companies joining DMCC for five straight years, reflecting the deepening ties between our nations.”
Over 750 Chinese business leaders attended the roadshow events, which focused on emerging industries including artificial intelligence, blockchain, and tokenised assets. As UAE-China cooperation expands across trade, investment, and technology, DMCC continues to serve as a key platform translating this partnership into global commercial success.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
