Software, telecommunications and digital infrastructure
Under Ministerial Decision No. 168 of 2026, UAE businesses must ensure their e-invoicing vendors have completed full accreditation. The new decision took effect on October 1, 2026, replacing an interim framework, and requires companies with annual turnover of Dh50 million or more to contract an accredited partner by October 30, 2026.
A UAE delegation led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology is attending the China International Industry Fair 2026 in Shanghai. The visit focuses on exploring investment partnerships in advanced technology, smart manufacturing, and automation. Participating entities include major UAE industrial, investment, and development organizations.
Members of the UAE Federal National Council took part in the 2026 Legislators Forum for Friendly Exchanges in Tianjin, China. UAE representative Sumaya Abdullah Al Suwaidi highlighted legislative frameworks for industrial and educational partnerships and showcased the Operation 300bn strategy. Discussions centered on advanced technologies, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and industry-academia cooperation.
Sharjah Media City (Shams) has launched 'Bedaya', an artificial intelligence-driven platform designed to streamline business setup for foreign and domestic investors. The system matches user proposals with authorized free zone activities and suggests corporate structures. It also generates trade names and automated fee schedules in Arabic and English.
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