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UAE Federal Tax Authority Issues Guide on Scope and Registration for Top-Up Tax

The UAE Federal Tax Authority has issued a new guide regarding scope and registration for the Top-up Tax on multinational enterprises. The document supports multinational enterprise groups in understanding obligations under the Qualified Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax regime and OECD/G20 Pillar Two framework. It details in-scope criteria, registration timelines, and reporting requirements ensuring an effective tax rate of at least 15%.

China–UAE News

Mistral Unveils Le Chonk AI Model at Abu Dhabi Event Against Rivals

French artificial intelligence company Mistral has announced the upcoming release of its largest open-weight model, Mistral Large 4, nicknamed Le Chonk. Speaking at a company event in Abu Dhabi, CEO Arthur Mensch claimed the model outperforms Chinese rivals in specific areas such as cybersecurity. The system is scheduled for public release on October 27, following a €3 billion funding round.

China–UAE News

Dubai Talent Programme Selects 23 Candidates From 14,600 Applications Worldwide

The Dubai Business Associates programme has welcomed 23 professionals from 15 countries for its 12th cohort after receiving 14,600 applications globally. Participants, who include graduates from China's Tsinghua and Peking universities, will complete nine months of business placements and consulting projects across key Dubai public and private sector organisations. The programme is run under Falcon and Associates and has built a network of 350 alumni across 11 previous cohorts.

Industry News

Noatum Logistics Launches Dedicated Global Fairs and Events Logistics Business

AD Ports Group subsidiary Noatum Logistics has launched a dedicated global business line focused on fairs and events logistics. The new organisation operates with dedicated teams across key markets, including the United Arab Emirates and Greater China. It builds upon existing event logistics operations in the UAE, which have served major international exhibitions such as IDEX and NAVDEX.