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About China-Gulf Forum

Established in 2019, the China-Gulf Forum (CGF) is a pioneering and the inaugural student-led platform dedicated to fostering business, cultural, and academic exchanges between China and the Gulf region. What started at NYUAD has since grown into a global initiative with a significant impact.



CGF 2025

Within a global context, CGF 5.0 focuses on addressing the most critical and forward-looking areas of collaboration between China and the Gulf, tackling the most recent issues and opportunities.


Anchored in leading educational institutions, CGF 5.0 aims to promote meaningful exchanges and collaboration among the next generation of leaders, scholars, and practitioners from China and the Gulf, strengthening ties and shaping a shared future.



Two Forums, One CGF

CGF Abu Dhabi - 19 April 2025

  • Panel 1: Arts & Culture
  • Panel 2: International Trade & Relations
  • Panel 3: Technology & Innovation
  • Panel 4: Business, Economic, and Finance

CGF Beijing - 20 April 2025

  • Panel 1: International Trade & Relations
  • Panel 2: Business, Economic, and Finance