UAE wants to be trade catalyst

Middle Eastern nation hopes to be gateway for businesses, travelers in region, says top envoy

The United Arab Emirates will become an increasingly important partner for China, the country's top diplomat in Beijing said on Tuesday, through the Middle Eastern nation's active participation in both the "Belt and Road Initiative", and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.

"The Belt and Road is an excellent initiative and the UAE is ready to engage, fully," said Omar Ahmad Adi Al Bitar, UAE ambassador to China.