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UAE Labour Law Clarifies Rules on Employer Penalties and Reward Frameworks

Legal experts clarified statutory provisions governing workplace disciplinary and incentive guidelines under UAE labour legislation. Under Article 13 of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, employers with 50 or more workers must implement formal guidelines covering penalties, promotions, work instructions, and terminations. Internal workplace rules must strictly conform to statutory provisions and public order to maintain legal enforceability.

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UAE Outlines Timelines and Requirements for Nationwide E-Invoicing Mandate

The UAE Ministry of Finance and the Federal Tax Authority have set compliance timelines for mandatory nationwide electronic invoicing. Businesses with annual revenue of at least AED 50 million must contract an Accredited Service Provider by October 30, 2026, ahead of a January 1, 2027 rollout. The framework mandates the PINT AE data format across the Peppol network for all operating entities.

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Abu Dhabi Establishes TAMM Global to Expand Unified Digital Services Worldwide

The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi has established TAMM Global to oversee and scale the TAMM digital platform internationally. Formed under a founding law, the entity will manage technical infrastructure, invest in foreign and domestic tech opportunities, and build global partnerships.

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Dubai Updates Entry and Residency Regulations Across Key Categories

Dubai authorities have revised entry permit and residency rules, extending visa-on-arrival eligibility to six additional nationalities. Processing times for standard tourist visas have been reduced to 48 hours, and previous minimum investment thresholds for sole property owners seeking two-year residency permits were removed. New visit visas were also introduced for specialists in artificial intelligence, entertainment, and events.