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Financial Crime Enforcement intensifies through CBUAE and Anti-Narcotics Cooperation

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The UAE stepped up its law enforcement actions in the field of narcotics-related financial crime that will reinforce the operationalization of the UAE Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CFT) framework through enhanced cooperation between the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and the National Anti-Narcotics Authority. Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad Al Nahyan, Chairman of […]

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UAE Launches TM Market Place: First Digital Platform for Buying and Trading Trademarks

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Overview: Transforming UAE Trademark Trading and Intellectual Property The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has launched TM Market Place, the country’s first digital platform for buying and trading registered trademarks. Developed under the UAE Government Leaders Programme, the platform aims to strengthen the intellectual property (IP) ecosystem, enhance transparency, efficiency, and legal clarity, and

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Dubai Court Clarifies Service Fee Obligations for Property Buyers

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The Dubai Rental Disputes Centre (RDC) has recently issued a significant clarification on a recurring area of dispute in the real estate market—when property buyers become liable to pay service charges in jointly owned properties. Background of the Dispute on Service Fee Obligations for Property Buyers For years, developers and buyers have disagreed over who

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Dubai Launches Free Zone Mainland Operating Permit – A Transformative Step Toward a Unified Business Landscape

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The Dubai Business Registration and Licensing Corporation (DBLC), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), in collaboration with the Dubai Free Zone Council, has launched the Free Zone Mainland Operating Permit, a major regulatory reform allowing free zone companies to operate directly within Dubai’s mainland through a structured permit system. Introduced under

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The FTA highlights the importance of submitting returns early on EmaraTax to avoid technical delays and penalties.

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Attention Line In its official notice, the FTA urges businesses to file their Corporate Tax returns early through EmaraTax, helping them avoid last-minute issues, prevent technical delays, and reduce the risk of penalties. Early submission also provides businesses with valuable time to review and correct their returns if needed.

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DIFC Wills Registrations Rise 14% in H1 2025: Growing Confidence in Dubai’s Legal Framework for Expatriate Families

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In a clear sign of growing trust in the Dubai legal system, the DIFC Courts Wills Service registered 922 wills during the first half of 2025—a 14% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This uptick reflects an increasing number of residents, especially non-Muslim expatriates, opting to secure their family and asset succession plans

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Reminder: Corporate Tax Fine Waiver – Limited-Time Opportunity

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The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) is offering a limited-time waiver of late registration penalties under the new Corporate Tax Law — but businesses must act before the grace period ends. Who Can Benefit  Taxable persons must submit their Corporate Tax registration and first return within 7 months from the end of their first tax

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UAE Foundations for wealth management, succession planning, and philanthropy

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High-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and wealthy families worldwide are increasingly choosing UAE foundations for several reasons. Recent legislative enhancements in the UAE have made foundations even more attractive by strengthening asset protection, enhancing privacy, and offering greater flexibility in governance. Key reasons include: Enhanced Asset Protection: The UAE’s updated foundation laws provide robust safeguards against creditor

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UAE Announces Corporate Tax Penalty Waiver | FTA 2025 Update

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a significant tax relief measure aimed at supporting businesses during the initial implementation phase of the Corporate Tax Law. On April 29, 2025, the UAE Cabinet, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), announced an initiative to waive the AED 10,000

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