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Trump Seeks 60 Days to Assess Russia Sanctions Law Impact, Rubio Says

US President Donald Trump is taking a 60-day period to evaluate the economic consequences of imposing Russia-related sanctions and secondary tariffs, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said. The announcement follows an executive order waiving penalties under the Graham Act, which included proposed 100 percent tariffs on top purchasers of Russian oil and gas, such as China and India. Rubio stated the pause is intended to study the broader repercussions on global energy markets and domestic industries.

Policy & Legal Updates

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.

China–UAE News

UAE US Treasury Holdings Reach 116.1 Billion Dollars as China Holdings Drop

The United Arab Emirates increased its holdings of US Treasury bonds to $116.1 billion in August, rising by $6 billion compared to July 2026, according to US Treasury Department data reported by Voice of Emirates. In contrast, China's holdings fell to $590.7 billion from $618 billion, hitting their lowest level since August 2008. Total foreign holdings of US Treasuries edged up to $9.331 trillion during the month.

Industry News

World Police Summit Dialogue in Dubai Focuses on AI and Anti-Money Laundering

The World Police Summit convened a preparatory dialogue session at the Dubai Police Officers' Club to examine AI applications and anti-money laundering enforcement. Diplomatic representatives from countries including China, the US, and the UK joined UAE officials and technology executives ahead of the main summit in November 2026. Discussions focused on deploying real-time intelligence and public-private partnerships to disrupt transnational financial crime networks.