Dubai eyes key role in trade initiatives

Emirate wants to be China's partner as 'Belt & Road Initiative' takes shape

Dubai is set to play an important role as the trade, transportation and financial hub for China in the Middle East and Africa as well as be a key partner for the "Belt and Road Initiative".

A high-level delegation of government and business leaders from Dubai is currently in Beijing for the Dubai Week in China from May 9 to 15 and will use the event to showcase the emirate's ties with China and opportunities for future growth.