Dubai World comes to China quake victims' aid company donation to help rescue, rehabilitation efforts
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (BUSINESS WIRE) - Dubai World, in line with its commitment to the welfare of the society it operates in, has joined the international business community's response to the recent earthquake in China by making a financial contribution towards rescue and rehabilitation efforts in the affected areas.
Over the past six weeks, Dubai World moved to help relieve the suffering of those impacted by the tragedy. The holding company, which has a strong presence in China,?made the contribution through its subsidiaries DP World, Limitless and Istithmar World.
Realising the magnitude of the tragedy, Dubai World immediately joined the massive international effort to support the victims. The donations were made mainly via Qingdao Civil Administration and Qingdao Charity Association.
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Dubai World Chairman, said: "The donation is an expression of our heartfelt concern for the victims of this natural calamity. As a company that runs operations all over the world, Dubai World pursues a policy of supporting the communities in which it operates. We contribute to their economic growth and we also share their anguish at times when tragedies such as this strike.
"China is one of Dubai's biggest trading partners and one of Dubai World's strongest investment bases. Our partnership with China goes beyond economic interests."
Istithmar World, the investment arm of Dubai World, is active in China through its private equity and alternative investments division Istithmar World Capital. Limitless, the global development arm of Dubai World, sees China as a strategic market and has offices in Shanghai.
Dubai World also operates five marine terminals through its marine terminal operator DP World. The Qingdao terminal is one of DP World's 13 new developments worldwide. The Qingdao port complements DP World's presence in the Bohai Basin ports of Tianjin and Yantai. DP World also has interests in logistics businesses, notably ATL in Hong Kong- the market's leading logistics operator.
Dubai and China enjoy close trade ties, which have been increasing steadily over the past five years. According to Dubai World Statistics Department studies, bilateral trade soared to a 47% high in 2007. The figures showed an increase in non-oil trade between the two countries from AED48.4 billion (around $13.18 billion) in 2006 to AED71.2 billion (around $19.4 billion) in 2007.
Source: ME-NewsWire on behalf of Dubai World.
About Dubai World:
Dubai World is Dubai's global investment flag bearer focusing on four strategic growth areas: Transport & Logistics, Drydocks & Maritime, Urban Development and Investment & Financial Services. Its portfolio comprises some of the world's best known companies, including DP World, Drydocks World & Dubai Maritime City, Economic Zones World, Nakheel, Leisurecorp, Dubai World Africa and Istithmar World.
Dubai World's strategy is driven by a combination of pragmatic acquisitions and prudent investments and its corporate philosophy is based on strong fundamentals, best ethical practices and integrity.
Dubai World Sana Maadad, +97148080321
Sana.maadad@dubaiworld.ae
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (BUSINESS WIRE) - Dubai World, in line with its commitment to the welfare of the society it operates in, has joined the international business community's response to the recent earthquake in China by making a financial contribution towards rescue and rehabilitation efforts in the affected areas.
Over the past six weeks, Dubai World moved to help relieve the suffering of those impacted by the tragedy. The holding company, which has a strong presence in China,?made the contribution through its subsidiaries DP World, Limitless and Istithmar World.
Realising the magnitude of the tragedy, Dubai World immediately joined the massive international effort to support the victims. The donations were made mainly via Qingdao Civil Administration and Qingdao Charity Association.
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Dubai World Chairman, said: "The donation is an expression of our heartfelt concern for the victims of this natural calamity. As a company that runs operations all over the world, Dubai World pursues a policy of supporting the communities in which it operates. We contribute to their economic growth and we also share their anguish at times when tragedies such as this strike.
"China is one of Dubai's biggest trading partners and one of Dubai World's strongest investment bases. Our partnership with China goes beyond economic interests."
Istithmar World, the investment arm of Dubai World, is active in China through its private equity and alternative investments division Istithmar World Capital. Limitless, the global development arm of Dubai World, sees China as a strategic market and has offices in Shanghai.
Dubai World also operates five marine terminals through its marine terminal operator DP World. The Qingdao terminal is one of DP World's 13 new developments worldwide. The Qingdao port complements DP World's presence in the Bohai Basin ports of Tianjin and Yantai. DP World also has interests in logistics businesses, notably ATL in Hong Kong- the market's leading logistics operator.
Dubai and China enjoy close trade ties, which have been increasing steadily over the past five years. According to Dubai World Statistics Department studies, bilateral trade soared to a 47% high in 2007. The figures showed an increase in non-oil trade between the two countries from AED48.4 billion (around $13.18 billion) in 2006 to AED71.2 billion (around $19.4 billion) in 2007.
Source: ME-NewsWire on behalf of Dubai World.
About Dubai World:
Dubai World is Dubai's global investment flag bearer focusing on four strategic growth areas: Transport & Logistics, Drydocks & Maritime, Urban Development and Investment & Financial Services. Its portfolio comprises some of the world's best known companies, including DP World, Drydocks World & Dubai Maritime City, Economic Zones World, Nakheel, Leisurecorp, Dubai World Africa and Istithmar World.
Dubai World's strategy is driven by a combination of pragmatic acquisitions and prudent investments and its corporate philosophy is based on strong fundamentals, best ethical practices and integrity.
Dubai World Sana Maadad, +97148080321
Sana.maadad@dubaiworld.ae
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