Sharjah Chamber, China council to build long-term partnership

SHARJAH / WAM

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, to establish a long term partnership, involving economic collaboration in various sectors.
The MoU, which aim to enhance Sharjah’s ties with international trade partners, will pave the way for a unique and mutually beneficial trade partnership between the two business communities.
It also covers experience and knowledge sharing between the two parties, via a series of seminars, workshops, and meet-ups, introducing high level professional training, and data exchange on commodities, demand and offer, in addition to encouraging members of each party to participate in exhibitions and forums organized by the other party. The signing was attended by Khaled bin Butti Al Hajri, Director- General of SCCI, and Mohammed Ahmed Amin, Assistant Director-General for Communication and Business. From Chinese side, the signing was attended by Xie Zhongmei, Secretary-General and Vice President of China Council for the Promotion of International Trade – Ningxia Sub-Council.
Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of SCCI, said, “The signing represents a step in the right direction for building strong and promising partnerships with international partners, in line with the directives graciously extended by HH Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, aiming at enhancing Sharjah’s position as a hub for international business.”
bin Butti said, “The MoU with our Chinese partners today represent an important step in strengthening our ties with this international mega economy, which will ultimately serve the business community in Sharjah and open new investment horizons in new sectors, such as tourism, commerce, logistic services, and industry.”