Other Briefings
UAE Capital Markets Overhaul: A Modern Framework for Investor Protection and Market Growth
The UAE new federal capital markets framework marks a decisive shift toward stronger, centralized regulation, expanding oversight to cross-border and modern financial activities while significantly enhancing investor protection.
UAE Tightens Telecom Devices Import Rules: What Global Suppliers and Distributors Need to Know
The UAE has clarified that all telecom devices imported into the country require a TDRA customs clearance permit, reinforcing that such equipment is treated as regulated goods rather than general consumer electronics. For importers and suppliers, this underscores the need for advance compliance planning, including type approval and shipment-level permits, to avoid customs delays and market access risks.
Tax Treatment of Vacation Rentals in Egypt: What Property Owners and Foreign Investors Need to Know
Vacation rentals in Egypt are taxable when they generate recurring income, and owners must comply with income tax, VAT (in some cases), and property tax rules based on how the property is actually used. Maintaining proper records, understanding licensing and rental regulations, and using professional property management or accounting support can help owners reduce tax risks and manage their investment effectively.
GCC–Portugal Relations: Strategic Engagement, Economic Ties, and Emerging Opportunities
GCC–Portugal relations are deepening through growing trade, and Gulf investment into Portuguese energy, infrastructure, and tourism sectors.
UAE–Vietnam Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) Enters Into Force
The UAE–Vietnam CEPA has entered into force, significantly deepening bilateral trade and investment ties through tariff liberalization, improved market access, and enhanced economic cooperation.
UAE Influencers Must Obtain Advertiser Permit Under New Media Law
From February 1, 2026, influencers and anyone advertising online from within the UAE must hold a valid Advertiser Permit issued by the UAE Media Council, covering both paid and unpaid promotional content across all digital platforms.
ESG Considerations in the UAE: What Businesses Need to Know
ESG has become a strategic necessity for companies in the UAE. Businesses need to integrate ESG into governance, risk management, reporting.
UAE Launches Major Strategic Push into the Alternative Proteins Market
Facing food security and sustainability challenges, the UAE is investing heavily in alternative proteins, combining large-scale infrastructure, regulatory reform, and public, private partnerships to position itself as a regional hub for next-generation food production. These efforts align with its long-term economic diversification and food security strategy.
UAE Weighs Remote and Flexible Work Mandates for Mothers of Young Children
The UAE has proposed prioritizing remote and flexible work for mothers of young children and other caregiving groups. While not yet law, the initiative signals a broader shift in labor policy that could reshape employer obligations.
Qatar Cabinet Approves GCC–New Zealand FTA: What It Means for Qatar’s Trade and Investment Strategy
Qatar Cabinet approved the draft GCC-New Zealand FTA, moving the bloc closer to finalising a major external trade accord.
