The Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy announced it has supported 582 digital startups during the first nine months of 2025. This support for new and expanding companies is part of Dubai’s plan to become a top global center for digital business. The announcement showed that 70 percent of these companies were international, highlighting Dubai’s appeal…
The UAE Government announced the launch of the ‘Emirati National Identity Strategy’ on Thursday during the UAE Government Annual Meetings 2025 in Abu Dhabi. This new national plan was developed in partnership between the Ministry of Culture and the National Projects Office of the Presidential Court. The strategy’s primary goal is to strengthen the sense…
Dubai has introduced a new pathway for waqf donors to obtain Golden Visas, recognizing endowers as financial supporters of humanitarian work. The initiative, formalized through a cooperation agreement between Dubai’s immigration authority and the Awqaf foundation, aims to encourage charitable giving while rewarding those who contribute to the emirate’s social development. The General Directorate of…
The United Arab Emirates introduced new visa categories on Monday, including a dedicated entry permit for artificial intelligence specialists and expanded humanitarian visit visa residency options for people fleeing conflict zones and natural disasters. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security announced the changes as part of efforts to attract global talent…
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts has announced the launch of a new Mediation Service Centre and a Notary Service aimed at enhancing legal and business support across the UAE. The move follows the introduction of Dubai Law No. (2) earlier this year, signed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, which…
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has confirmed that the UAE’s Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT), set at 15% for large multinational companies, has achieved transitional qualified status. The decision, announced on August 25, 2025, provides greater certainty for businesses operating in the Emirates and shields them from additional foreign tax burdens. The…