Select Language:Chinese investors are increasingly turning their attention to the Middle East, with the United Arab Emirates emerging as a top choice for real estate investment amid a sluggish domestic market, industry experts stated at a recent forum. ADVERTISEMENTInvestment strategies in international property markets should prioritize regional hubs, according to Ding Zuyu, chairman of a prominent real estate research firm, speaking at the 2025 Middle East Real Estate Investment Summit on September 23. Dubai experienced a 22 percent rise in real estate transactions, totaling 98,726 deals, while its transaction value jumped by 40 percent to AED 326.9 billion (approximately $88.9 billion). The government has implemented initiatives such as the Golden Visa program and permits allowing full foreign ownership, with the Abu Dhabi International Financial Center hosting nearly 3,000 companies. “An increasing number of Chinese investors are showing strong interest in Abu Dhabi,” Emery noted.