US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
May 21On March 23, 2026, the US Federal Communications Commission updated its Covered List to include foreign-made consumer routers, preventing new models from receiving FCC equipment authorization and thereby banning them from being imported or sold in the US.
UAE Commits US$5 Billion to India: What the Modi Visit Means for Investment and Trade
May 19The UAE pledged US$5 billion to India during Modi's May 2026 visit. We break down the seven pacts, US$101 billion trade flow, and sector entry points.
UAE Leads Middle East EV Sales as Commercial Opportunities Expand Across Charging, Fleets, and Green Mobility Infrastructure
May 22The UAE’s lead in Middle East EV sales signals a shift from early adoption to a broader commercial ecosystem spanning charging infrastructure, fleet electrification, software, and aftersales services.
UAE Reduces Tax Penalties and Introduces Unified Compliance Framework
Apr 16The UAE has introduced a major reform of its tax penalty regime, significantly reducing fines and replacing a punitive system with a simplified, proportionate framework effective April 14, 2026.
UAE Pharmaceutical Distribution Reform: What It Means for Market Access, Supply Chains, and Drug Security
May 21The new pharmaceutical distribution reform in the UAE aim to strengthen drug security, reduce single-agent risks, and reshape market access.
GCC Eid Al Adha 2026 Confirmed: HR Planning Window for Foreign
May 18GCC economies including UAE, Saudi Arabia and Oman have confirmed Eid Al Adha 2026 will fall on Wednesday, May 27.
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