Chinese companies in Dubai are expanding across flying cars, drone delivery and digital payments as Dubai Chambers prepares for its China business forum in Shenzhen.
DUBAI: Dubai is becoming an important base for Chinese technology companies looking to grow across the Middle East, Africa and Asia.
The trend comes as Dubai Chambers prepares to host the Dubai Business Forum – China in Shenzhen on October 14, 2026. The event will bring together government officials, investors and business leaders to explore new trade and investment opportunities between Dubai and China.
The growing presence of Chinese companies in Dubai can already be seen in sectors such as flying cars, drone delivery and cross-border payments.
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One example is ARIDGE, formerly XPENG AEROHT, which has chosen Dubai as a base for its global expansion in advanced air mobility. In October 2025, the company completed its first public manned flight demonstration outside China.
It also signed agreements for 600 flying car units with partners across the Middle East, including the UAE, Qatar and Kuwait.
Another company, Keeta Drone, is expanding its drone delivery business in Dubai. In December 2024, it received the UAE’s first commercial licence for Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations from the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority.
The company is now exploring delivery routes in places such as parks, beaches, universities and residential areas.
For Keeta Drone, one of Dubai’s biggest advantages is the close cooperation between government bodies and private companies, which helps new ideas move from testing to real use more quickly.
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Chinese payments company PingPong has also selected Dubai as a base for serving growing trade between China, the Middle East and Africa.
The company sees Dubai as a gateway where businesses can manage payments across several markets through one regional base. This is especially useful for Chinese companies selling products to customers across Africa, South Asia and the Gulf.
Dubai Chambers has supported companies entering the market by helping them understand local rules, connect with authorities and meet business partners.
The experiences of these Chinese companies in Dubai show why the city continues to attract technology businesses looking for fast access to new markets.
With strong transport links, digital infrastructure and a business-friendly environment, Dubai is positioning itself as a practical launchpad for Chinese companies with global ambitions.
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