In another significant stride towards strengthening international partnerships, Al Maktoum Holding Group had the honour of welcoming a distinguished delegation from the Hunan Provincial State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC), marking a new era of cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and the People’s Republic of China.
The delegation was led by Mr. Feng Chuanliang, Director of the Hunan Provincial SASAC, and Mr. He Li, Director of the Supervision Department of the Hunan Provincial SASAC, accompanied by senior executives from leading Hunan state-owned and private enterprises representing key industries including construction, oil and gas, steel production, international trade, smart city development, and tourism investment.
Strategic Engagement for Global Growth 
The visit served as a platform for high-level discussions on joint ventures, investment exchange, and technology transfer between major Chinese enterprises and Al Maktoum Holding Group’s diversified business network.
Both parties expressed mutual commitment to accelerate cooperation in infrastructure development, green energy, and industrial modernization, in alignment with the UAE’s “We the UAE 2031” vision and China’s “Belt and Road Initiative.”
Dr. Munir Ahmad Chaudhry, Director of Development Affairs at Al Maktoum Holding Group, emphasized that the collaboration reflects a shared vision for sustainable growth and innovation-led partnership.
“This milestone is more than a business engagement—it represents a bridge between two dynamic economies, uniting expertise, innovation, and strategic foresight to create lasting value across multiple sectors,” said Dr. Chaudhry.
Key Sectors of Cooperation
• Construction & Infrastructure: Joint exploration of advanced engineering, urban development, and smart city infrastructure projects across the Gulf region and Africa.
• Oil & Gas: Investment and operational partnerships to expand upstream and downstream capabilities with a focus on sustainability and new technologies.
• Steel & Industrial Manufacturing: Development of integrated steel production and supply chain facilities to support the regional construction boom.
• Smart Cities & Digital Innovation: Exchange of technological expertise to enhance digital transformation, AI integration, and smart urban planning.
• Tourism & Hospitality: Collaborative ventures to promote tourism infrastructure, cultural exchange, and sustainable hospitality investments.
Towards a Shared Future
This high-level engagement marks another milestone in Al Maktoum Holding Group’s ongoing efforts to foster international economic partnerships and attract global industrial leaders to the UAE’s dynamic investment landscape. The synergy between UAE and Chinese enterprises demonstrates the strength of visionary cooperation aimed at achieving economic diversification, innovation, and global competitiveness.
As discussions progress, both sides have agreed to establish working committees to identify key projects, investment structures, and knowledge-sharing mechanisms to ensure the successful realization of mutually beneficial goals.
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About Al Maktoum Holding Group
Al Maktoum Holding Group is a UAE-based diversified conglomerate with strategic interests in development, construction, energy, finance, tourism, and smart technology. Guided by a vision of excellence and innovation, the Group continues to play a leading role in shaping the region’s economic and social progress through impactful partnerships and sustainable investment initiatives.
