Dubai’s record level of new business registrations in 2025 shows continued investor confidence and strong progress for company growth across the UAE.
The UAE and Austria are strengthening their trade and investment ties, creating new opportunities for European businesses to establish and grow in the UAE with the right local support.
The Central Bank of the UAE has cut its Base Rate to 3.90%, potentially making business borrowing more affordable.
UAE-EU discussions on economic partnership create opportunities for European businesses operating in Dubai or considering Middle East expansion.
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has announced updated trademark service fees with new fast-track options and discounts for small businesses.
The International Monetary Fund projects Abu Dhabi's economy to grow by 6% and Dubai's by 3.4% in 2025, making the UAE the fastest-growing economy in the Gulf region.
The Federal Tax Authority has launched a technical service that allows UAE manufacturers to measure natural losses on excise goods and claim tax exemptions.
The UAE has introduced new consular services for Golden Visa holders, offering faster travel support, emergency assistance, and broader care abroad.
German company presence in the UAE surged 17 percent in 2025, as bilateral trade reached AED 27.6 billion in the first half of the year.
Missing a single mandatory element on a tax invoice can invalidate your entire VAT recovery claim, transforming recoverable tax into a permanent business cost.
A new federal decree-law grants the Central Bank of the UAE expanded authority to oversee, regulate, and intervene in financial and insurance institutions, strengthening market stability, transparency, and consumer protection nationwide.
Dubai has enacted a new law regulating engineering consultancy practices, introducing stricter licensing, classification, and compliance standards to enhance quality, transparency, and governance.
Dubai has launched the Free Zone Mainland Operating Permit, a new system that allows free zone companies to legally conduct business in Dubai’s mainland without setting up a separate mainland entity.