The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism reviewed Cabinet Resolution No. 136 of 2026, granting full exemptions across 29 intellectual property services. The measure eliminates service fees for student inventors and People of Determination seeking protection for patents, designs, and utility certificates.
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department has approved 61 private mediators to assist individuals and businesses in resolving civil and commercial disputes outside traditional court proceedings. The sworn-in mediators will operate under the emirate's legal framework to offer flexible, confidential, and expedited dispute resolution.
A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology attended the China International Industry Fair 2026 in Shanghai from 12 to 16 October. The delegation invited Chinese enterprises to explore advanced manufacturing partnerships and direct investment opportunities in the Emirates. Officials held meetings focused on smart manufacturing, automation, and industrial technology transfer.
EFG Hermes UAE LLC has introduced market-making and liquidity provision services on the Dubai Financial Market. The service forms part of the exchange's Market Maker programme and provides continuous two-sided quotations for listed securities. Exchange officials stated the initiative aims to enhance trading depth, narrow bid-ask spreads, and attract broader investor participation.
Policy updates, China–UAE business news and industry insights, delivered to your inbox.
Membership
Tell us about your experience and connection to UAE–China business. UECN assesses your application and offers the right membership category — fees are shared privately with your offer.
We send you a one-time sign-in link — your answers are saved as you go.
