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Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Government of Dubai Media Office

Dubai Approves Strategy to Establish Global Centre for Economic Zones Research and Technology

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum approved a strategy to establish the Global Centre for Research and Technology for Economic Zones under the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority. The centre aims to enhance foreign direct investment attraction by developing common standards and advanced operating models across economic zones. Its objectives align with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and the 'We the UAE 2031' Vision.

China–UAE News
Source: UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

UNCTAD Report: UAE Attracts $48 Billion FDI as China Investments Surge

GCC foreign direct investment inflows rose 18 percent to $99 billion in 2025, with the UAE securing approximately $48 billion, according to UNCTAD. China and India were highlighted as key rapidly growing sources for industrial and technology investments in the region. Outward GCC investment also climbed 11 percent to $130 billion.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Al Kabban & Associates

UAE Amends E-Invoicing Rules for Tax Groups and Overseas Data Storage

The UAE Ministry of Finance has issued Ministerial Decision No. 197 of 2026 to update the national electronic invoicing framework. The amendment provides a 24-month temporary exclusion for intra-tax group transactions and eliminates the mandate to store invoicing data exclusively within the UAE. Core rollout timelines remain unchanged, requiring businesses with revenue of AED 50 million or more to appoint an Accredited Service Provider by October 30, 2026.

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