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| | | | 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. | | | | | The UAE has proposed prioritizing remote and flexible work for mothers of young children and other caregiving groups. | | | | | GCC–Portugal relations are deepening through steady high-level diplomacy, modest but growing trade, and rising Gulf investment into Portuguese energy, infrastructure, and tourism sectors. | | | | | 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. | | | | | ESG has become a strategic necessity for companies in the UAE, driven by national sustainability goals, investor expectations, and evolving regulatory and market frameworks. | | | | | The UAE is investing heavily in the alternative proteins market, combining large-scale infrastructure, regulatory reform, and public-private-partnerships to position itself as a regional hub for next-generation food production. |
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