Thanks to the updated UAE public holiday law introduced in 2025, we know the number of official days off is locked in at a minimum of 12 days. Some of these dates are set in stone, others …
UAE outlines new tax rule for foreign investors and non-residents: All you need to know
The United Arab Emirates has announced major changes to corporate tax rules in a bid to attract additional domestic and foreign investments. The changes were announced by the Ministry of Finance over …
Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade records 9 pc growth in 2024
Non-oil exports soared 16 per cent in 2024, reaching AED107.8 billion compared to AED93 billion in 2023. Re-exports grew by 11 per cent to exceed AED58 billion, compared to AED52.4 billion in 2023, …
Dubai real estate: Property market sees strong Q1 2025 growth, shift towards homeownership
Property firm Allsopp & Allsopp reported even stronger figures, with a 58% year-on-year increase in total sales transaction value for Q1 2025 …
Sharjah Consultative Council to Debate Judicial Authority Draft Law
The Sharjah Consultative Council will convene for its 12th meeting to discuss a draft law affecting the judicial authority in Sharjah. With key figures in attendance, the session will also address a …
DSQC commemorates Sharjah Ruler’s honorary doctorate from AUC
As part of its monthly “Academic Degree” project for April 2025, the Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre (DSQC) has revisited the honorary doctorate in humanities awarded to His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets fall amid global sell-off
The losses across the UAE markets reflect investor concern over new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump …
Everything to Know About Club Social Abu Dhabi 2025
Abu Dhabi’s biggest music weekend is back! Club Social 2025 is taking over the capital from April 18 to 20 with an epic lineup of global music icons and rising stars. From legendary rock anthems to …
UAE: Gold prices fall to lowest levels in over 3 weeks as market sell-off hits bullion
Gold prices fell to their lowest levels in over 3 weeks, continuing their retreat amid a wider market sell-off, as investors dumped bullion to cover losses in other trades …
UAE issues corporate tax rules for foreign investors and entities
The UAE has announced rules that will make a non-resident or juridical entity liable to pay corporate tax in the country, as it seeks to remain competitive globally and ease the compliance burden for …
The case for onshore: Dubai is about more than offshore and free zones legal work
Excello Law expanded our UK law firm into Dubai recently and one of the most significant decisions we made was to operate as a mainland firm rather than setting up in a free zone. With clients …
How regulatory innovation is shaping the future of finance
Discover how forward-thinking regulations are transforming the future of finance with blockchain, digital currencies, and AI. The regulations are transforming the future of finance …
Sharjah Charity International donates AED40.6 million as medical aids in 2024
Mohammed Rashid bin Bayat, Vice Chairman of Sharjah Charity International (SCI), said that the organisation provided medical aid worth AED40.6 million in 2024, covering treatment programmes both …
UAE foreign minister calls for Gaza ceasefire, peace talks during meeting with Israel FM
UAE foreign minister urges ceasefire, peace talks with Israel’s FM amid escalating Gaza crisis. importance of safe and unhindered delivery of urgent humanitarian aid …
‘TikTok and Dubai chocolate made our sales boom’
Dubai chocolate, which saw a boom on sites such as TikTok in recent months, is a chocolate bar filled with pistachio paste and crispy pastry. One video of the chocolate shared on the social media …
UAE: A safe haven amid current global economic turbulence
In an era marked by escalating global trade tensions and economic uncertainty, the UAE stands out as a beacon of stability and opportunity. Recent developments, including the imposition of sweeping …
Sa’ar meets his Emirati counterpart in Abu Dhabi
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar is in Abu Dhabi, meeting with his Emirati counterpart, Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, says the Foreign Ministry. The two met for the first time in January. According to …