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KSA: Tourism Transformation – Opportunity for Business Setup
- 27.03.2024
- Posted by: Derya Bandak
- Category: Saudi Arabia
No CommentsSaudi Arabia’s National Tourism Strategy, part of its Vision 2030 initiative, aims to reduce the economy’s oil dependence by developing the tourism sector to contribute 10% to GDP by 2030, supporting over a million jobs.
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KSA & UAE: Real Estate Resilience and Rising Dubai Rents Amid Global Challenges
- 20.03.2024
- Posted by: Derya Bandak
- Categories: Dubai, Middle East
The Middle East’s economy and real estate sector are thriving, with substantial growth in the non-oil sector, notably in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and the construction and real estate sectors playing a crucial role in reducing oil dependency.
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UAE: Dubai Implements New Tax Law on Foreign Banks
- 20.03.2024
- Posted by: Omar Sami
- Categories: Dubai, Middle East
Dubai’s new Law No. (1) of 2024 introduces a 20% tax rate for foreign banks, aiming to enhance fiscal governance and align taxation policies with global standards.
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UAE: Non-compliance with AML and CFT Regulations led to AED 113 million in Fines
- 11.03.2024
- Posted by: Omar Sami
- Categories: Dubai, Middle East
The Central Bank of the UAE enhanced its financial oversight in 2023, conducting examinations across 181 institutions and imposing fines of AED 113.675 million for non-compliance with AML and CFT regulations.
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UAE Real Estate: Dubai Market to Stabilize
- 09.03.2024
- Posted by: Derya Bandak
- Categories: Dubai, Middle East
Dubai’s rental market has seen a remarkable recovery, with a 43.5% increase in tenancy contracts and a 22.0% rise in average rents, indicating strong growth and sector vitality.
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Saudi Arabia Introduced Tax Incentives to Attract Multinational Corporations
- 08.03.2024
- Posted by: Omar Sami
- Category: Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has introduced a new tax incentive program offering a 30-year income tax exemption to multinational companies establishing regional headquarters, aiming to support foreign investment and economic growth.
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UAE: Impending Exit from FATF Grey List
- 08.03.2024
- Posted by: Uwe Hohmann
- Categories: Dubai, Middle East
The UAE is set to exit the FATF’s “grey list” after addressing deficiencies in its AML, CTF, and anti-proliferation financing frameworks, promising smoother international transactions for MNCs.
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UAE: Property Maintenance Responsibilities in Dubai
- 21.02.2024
- Posted by: Derya Bandak
- Categories: Dubai, Middle East
Real estate maintenance responsibilities in Dubai primarily fall on the landlord for major repairs, while tenants are tasked with minor issues, guided by Law No. 26 of 2007.
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KSA: Jeddah´s Infrastructure Fuel Foreign Investment
- 12.02.2024
- Posted by: Derya Bandak
- Category: Saudi Arabia
Jeddah Central Development Co. secures four major construction contracts worth USD 3.2 billion to enhance the city’s urban landscape, aiming to redefine Jeddah as a global leisure and cultural destination by 2027.
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UAE Launches Online Legislation Platform to Boost Legal Transparency
- 12.02.2024
- Posted by: Omar Sami
- Categories: Dubai, Middle East
The United Arab Emirates has launched a comprehensive online platform providing access to its legal documents since 1971, reflecting its commitment to legal transparency and inclusivity.
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19 Dec 2024 TaxUAE Introduces World’s First VAT Refund System for E-Commerce Purchases by Tourists
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19 Dec 2024 DubaiUAE Leads Global Rankings: What It Means for Your Business
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19 Dec 2024 DubaiUAE Central Bank Cuts Interest Rates: Impact on Dubai Businesses
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13 Dec 2024 TaxUAE To Introduces 15% Minimum Tax Rate for Multinationals
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