The Decision aims to enhance the effectiveness of excise tax implementation and support compliance with the UAE’s tax legislation The Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of a Decision on …
UAE announces new tax rule on e-cigarettes
The UAE Ministry of Finance has introduced a new minimum excise price for e-liquids used in vaping and electronic smoking devices. It will take effect from September 1. The new minimum excise price of …
UAE marks 60 years since Sheikh Zayed became Abu Dhabi ruler
The UAE on Thursday marked 60 years since the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan became Ruler of Abu Dhabi, a key milestone in the country’s history.President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed …
Dubai ultra-prime home sales rise 23% as commercial investment surges
Off-plan commercial sales value surged to Dhs17bn, almost six times the Dhs3bn recorded in H1 2025, as investors targeted the next generation of office and retail developments …
The Taxation Society partners with Tally Solutions to strengthen UAE’s finance and tax professional community
The Taxation Society, one of the UAE’s leading professional communities for tax and finance practitioners, has announced a strategic partnership with Tally Solutions, the leading international …
How the UAE Has Kept Its Oil Flowing Through Hormuz
The UAE restored seaborne oil exports to pre-war levels using pipelines, tanker shuttles and covert Hormuz crossings while raising production after leaving OPEC.
Tourists can now claim VAT refunds at 19,300 retail outlets across the UAE
During the first six months of 2026, another 449 retail outlets joined the platform, compared with 697 during the corresponding period last year …
Abu Dhabi sets occupancy certificate deadline with AED1 million fine warning
The rules apply to landlords, property owners, real estate operators and other parties responsible for managing buildings across the emirate …
Dubai procurement company Sumea opens global trade hub in Jafza
The facility, secured on a 20-year commitment, will serve as Sumea’s regional headquarters and central logistics platform …
UAE tourists can now claim VAT refunds on eligible Noon online shopping purchases
The UAE has expanded its Tourist VAT Refund Scheme to eligible Noon online purchases as the digital system grows to 19,340 retail outlets …
Retail outlets linked to UAE’s Digital Tourist VAT Refund System exceed 19,300
UAE’s Digital Tourist VAT Refund System expands to over 19,340 retail outlets and 100 self-service kiosks by mid-2026, with faster refunds, Noon e-commerce integration and a 12-language app enhancing …
Dubai strengthens supply chain role with new Jafza trade hub
Global sourcing and supply chain group launches a 12,000 sqm logistics and trade hub in Jafza, aiming to streamline procurement, warehousing and distribution across 75 countries …
One picture shows just how hot fintech is right now — but people are talking about ‘froth’
The picture on the right shows 1,500 people packed into London’s Old Billingsgate, all there to talk about one thing — fintech, or financial technology. It’s the Finovate Europe conference this week, …
364 MT of Pakistan-origin dates routed through Dubai seized at Kandla Port
The Finance Ministry said the dates were first transported from Pakistan to Dubai. They were then shifted to another set of containers before being exported to India …
The Benefits of Setting Up a Free Zone Company in Dubai
Setting up a business in a Dubai free zone is one of the easiest and most efficient ways to establish a company in the UAE. Unlike mainland businesses, free zone companies offer exclusive advantages …
Dubai Customs exempts e-commerce shipments up to Dhs1,000 from customs duties
Dubai Customs has affirmed that customs procedures for cross-border e-commerce have been amended as part of its approach to enhancing the competitiveness of …
DRI seizes 364 MT of Pakistan-origin dry dates worth Rs 3 crore routed via UAE
New Delhi [India], August 5 (ANI): The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized 364 metric tonnes (MT) of Pakistan-origin dry dates worth around Rs 3 crore after uncovering an alleged …