Fourth Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit Opens in Abu Dhabi, Strengthening China-Arab Cooperation in the New Energy Sector
From April 21 to April 23, the Fourth Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit took place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The summit highlighted the UAE’s commitment to net-zero emissions and its confidence in deepening collaboration with China in this sector. This year’s event occurred against the backdrop of the United States significantly increasing import tariffs.
A record number of Chinese companies participated in the summit, with many considering a global multi-regional layout. They aim to leverage the UAE’s strategic geographic advantage as a transportation hub connecting Europe, Asia, and Africa to expand their market reach.
During the opening ceremony on April 21, Sharif Al Olama, the UAE’s Assistant Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs, reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to the 2050 Net-Zero Emissions Strategy. He emphasized the UAE’s comprehensive plan to establish an electric vehicle charging network nationwide. Furthermore, he announced a collaboration between the UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and a Sharjah-based company focused on waste recycling to establish the region’s first electric and hybrid vehicle battery recycling facility, showcasing the UAE’s proactive approach to sustainable transportation and innovative mobility solutions.
In an interview with a reporter, Sharif Al Olama also stated that the U.S. tariff policy would not impact the long-term strategic cooperation between China and the UAE. In recent years, the import of electric vehicles from China has seen a significant increase, with all electric cars noted for their excellent quality and range.
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