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Oil shock deepens UAE-China cleantech ties

The US-Israel-Iran war could prove to be a turning point for the global energy industry — and may accelerate China’s rise as a clean technology superpower.

This picture taken on March 11, 2026 shows solar panels in Lingwu in China's northern Ningxia region. — CN-STR / AFP via Getty Images

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The US-Israel-Iran war could prove to be a turning point for the global energy industry — and may accelerate China’s rise as a clean technology superpower. In the Middle East, the United Arab Emirates is a key player to watch, as Abu Dhabi and Beijing align on renewable energy priorities while the world grapples with the fallout from the Gulf oil shock.

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