Cabinet Decision No. (1) of 2026 introduces a CIT (Corporate Income Tax) exemption for qualifying non-commercial sports entities in the UAE, subject to strict eligibility conditions and formal approval by the FTA (Federal Tax Authority).
New Cabinet Decision creates a unified legal framework for how the UAE exchanges tax information with foreign authorities, with clear obligations for businesses and individuals.
The UAE's non-oil trade just crossed AED 3.8 trillion for the first time, and for businesses, that growth presents real opportunities and new obligations to manage.
The UAE-Austria trade corridor grew nearly 16 percent in 2025, and with EU-UAE CEPA negotiations advancing, DACH companies have good reason to reassess their Gulf strategy.
As 2025 draws to a close, business owners across the UAE face a familiar question: Is everything in order?
From 14.01.2026, VAT on scrap metal transactions in the UAE will be accounted for by the buyer, not the supplier.
Recent amendments clarify how tax credits are applied and introduce a formal refund process for unutilised balances.
The Ministry of Finance and Khalifa Fund have signed an agreement giving accredited SMEs direct access to federal government contracts through the digital procurement platform.
Record investment, new company registrations, and expanded trade partnerships mark another strong year for business in the UAE.
The Ministry of Finance introduced amendments to the executive regulation governing excise tax in the UAE.
The UAE has amended its Commercial Companies Law to introduce non-profit companies, multi-class shares, and easier business relocation.
The UAE will introduce a tiered excise tax on sweetened beverages based on sugar content, effective 01.01.2026.
Cabinet Resolution No. (106) of 2025 sets out the administrative fines that will apply to businesses required to use the E-Invoicing System in the UAE.