UAE labour authorities have outlined the statutory circumstances where employers are permitted to deduct wages under federal labour law. Lawful deductions include approved savings fund subscriptions, disciplinary penalties, excess wage recovery, and court-ordered debt settlements. The guidance aims to assist private-sector employers and payroll teams in maintaining statutory compliance.
China's National Development and Reform Commission has issued new Administrative Measures for Outbound Investment, which take effect on December 1, 2026. The new framework replaces NDRC Order No. 11 and codifies procedural requirements for Chinese enterprises investing abroad, including in the UAE. The measures retain a risk-based review structure while streamlining verification for eligible non-sensitive outbound transactions.
The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention launched an enhanced attestation and approval service for employee sick leave and companion leave. Under the updated system, licensed healthcare facilities submit applications directly to the ministry, removing paperwork for workers. The initiative covers the Federal Government and local governments in Ajman, Umm Al Qaiwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah.
The Central Bank of the UAE held a consultative meeting with leaders of licensed commercial banks and insurance companies on November 4, 2026. The regulator outlined its supervisory roadmap and regulatory priorities heading into 2027 to strengthen financial sector resilience. Discussions addressed risk management frameworks, digital finance oversight, and upcoming prudential standards.
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