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China–UAE News
Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)

RAK Chamber and Guangzhou Tianhe CBD Sign MoU to Boost Business Cooperation

The Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed an MoU with the Guangzhou Tianhe CBD Administrative Committee to advance trade and investment. The signing in Guangzhou was attended by Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi. The agreement aims to facilitate business matchmaking and reciprocal trade delegations.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)

UAE FTA Holds Consultation Session in Dubai to Simplify Tax Compliance

The UAE Federal Tax Authority held an open consultation session at Al Barsha Majlis in Dubai to engage with taxpayers and business owners. Led by Director-General Abdulaziz Al Mulla, the session gathered feedback for the Zero Government Bureaucracy Programme. Discussions centered on simplifying compliance procedures and resolving practical tax administration challenges.

  • Federal Tax Authority
  • United Arab Emirates
Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Zawya

Thomson Reuters and SpendConsole Launch E-Invoicing Solution for UAE and GCC

Thomson Reuters has launched ONESOURCE Pagero E-Invoicing in partnership with SpendConsole to serve enterprises across the UAE and GCC. The integrated platform connects accounts payable workflows and automated tax compliance under sovereign cloud deployment. The move aligns with the UAE Ministry of Finance's regulatory framework for electronic invoicing and Corporate Tax.

  • UAE Ministry of Finance
  • United Arab Emirates
Industry News
Source: Gulf Daily News (Bahrain)

Schneider Electric Presents SF₆-Free Grid Technology Survey at WETEX 2026

At the 28th WETEX in Dubai, Schneider Electric shared findings from an IDC white paper on the adoption of SF₆-free medium-voltage switchgear. The research shows 14% of Middle East organisations have begun transitioning away from SF₆, with 99% anticipating regulation within five years. Globally, 73% of buyers indicated utility guidance directs their equipment procurement choices.

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