TRENDS Research and Advisory (TRENDS), in partnership with the China Media Group Regional Office, is organizing a joint symposium entitled “China’s Economy in the Prosperity Phase.” The event will be held in the evening of Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at TRENDS Conference Hall in Abu Dhabi. The symposium will bring together ambassadors, experts and researchers from the UAE and China to discuss several themes. The first theme is related to the Chinese model of development. The discussion will address the main features and opportunities, in addition to the Belt and Road Initiative, and China’s endeavors for balanced international economic relations. The second theme addresses the role of media in promoting China-Gulf relations. and media as a tool of public diplomacy in strengthening relations between countries.  Also, the discussion shall cover the role of media in promoting positive relations between China and the UAE, as well as the importance of strengthening UAE-China media cooperation. The third theme will address the opportunities for economic cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and China: The UAE as a gateway to China in the Gulf region, comparing the similarities and convergence between Chinese model of development and the UAE development. The discussion shall cover the indicators of the prosperity of UAE-Chinese trade and investments, in addition to the role of the private sector in deepening UAE-Chinese relations. The fourth theme will focus on the future trends of Chinese economic growth and their global impacts. This theme reviews the elements of Chinese growth in the era of international economic competition, the future of the Belt and Road Initiative and its development implications for the global economy. The discussion shall cover China, the BRICS group and global competition. Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research and Advisory, said: “This symposium reflects TRENDS keenness to promote dialogue on global issues of mutual interest.” He expressed his pleasure at cooperating with the regional office of China Media Group in organizing this event. He indicated that it is an opportunity to enrich the discussion on various aspects of the Chinese economy and its global impact. Dr. Al-Ali said that China Media Group is one of the most prominent international corporations. It has extensive experience and owns a wide range of television, radio channels and websites, as well as a number of research and academic institutions.