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ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)
The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has launched a long-term stakeholder engagement initiative aimed at strengthening strategic partnerships across Abu Dhabi’s industrial landscape and enhancing the competitiveness of the emirate’s private sector.
Led by Shamis Al Dhaheri, Second Vice Chairman and Managing Director of ADCCI, a Chamber delegation visited three major industrial hubs — Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), Metal Park, and the China-UAE Industrial Capacity Cooperation Demonstration Zone (JOCIC Park). These sites play a vital role in implementing the Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy (ADIS) and serve as key entry points for foreign investment.
A major highlight of the visit was the signing of a Collaboration Agreement between ADCCI and Jiangsu Provincial Overseas Cooperation and Investment Company Ltd. (JOCIC), which operates JOCIC Park. The agreement is designed to unlock new opportunities for businesses in both the UAE and China by enabling direct collaboration, business matchmaking, and access to legal consultations, training, certification, and investment events.
“We greatly appreciate the contributions of KEZAD Group, Metal Park, and JOCIC Park to Abu Dhabi’s industrial sector, which is one of the key drivers of our sustainable economic development,” said Shamis Al Dhaheri. “By collaborating with these entities, we intend to solidify Abu Dhabi’s position as a gateway for cross-border investment and innovation, while supporting the competitiveness of Abu Dhabi’s private sector.”
He added that the stakeholder programme puts businesses at the centre of ADCCI’s strategy and aims to create “real opportunities” that contribute to Abu Dhabi’s vision as a global hub for trade and innovation.
Among the visited sites, Metal Park stands out as a dedicated hub for the metal industry, bringing together processing, fabrication, and storage under one roof. “Aligned with the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ initiative, our mission is to position the UAE not just as a logistics hub, but as the region’s premier industrial hub – particularly for metals,” said Vahid Fouladkar, CEO of Metal Park.
JOCIC Park, located within KEZAD, has been instrumental in attracting Chinese investment since its launch in 2017. The site currently hosts over 40 Chinese companies, having supported cumulative investments exceeding $0.7 billion (Dh2.5 billion). An additional 10 square kilometre expansion is underway, which will include integrated accommodation for 3,000 workers.
China remains one of Abu Dhabi’s most important trade partners. Bilateral trade surged from $2 billion (Dh7.3 billion) in 2000 to $102 billion (Dh374.3 billion) in 2024. UAE investments in China have grown 120% over the past two decades, while Chinese company registrations with ADCCI rose by 69.4% in 2024.
The Chamber said the Collaboration Agreement with JOCIC underscores this growing momentum. Through the agreement, JOCIC and its clients will gain access to a wide range of Chamber services and participate in ADCCI-led economic forums and investment events.
KEZAD, Metal Park, and JOCIC Park will continue to anchor the Chamber’s engagement programme as ADCCI works toward shaping the future of global trade from Abu Dhabi.
