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The United Arab Emirates has issued Federal Decree No. 85 of 2026 approving its accession to the United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation. The framework will allow commercial cross-border mediated settlements to be directly enforced by domestic courts without starting fresh litigation. The convention will take effect six months after the deposit of the UAE's instrument of accession with the UN Secretary-General.
The Saudi Central Bank has concluded its formal participation in Project mBridge following the completion of its proof-of-concept phase. The multilateral central bank digital currency project remains co-anchored by the People's Bank of China, the Central Bank of the UAE, and the BIS Innovation Hub.
Abu Dhabi Customs and the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council have signed an MoU to enhance trade facilitation and data sharing. The entities will exchange foreign trade and inspection data through digital platforms to accelerate port clearance. The initiative also covers joint advisory services and technical training for commercial businesses.
Abu Dhabi Customs, Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council
The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation is stepping up enforcement against fake Emiratisation using AI and digital monitoring systems. Private companies evading quotas face graduated penalties up to Dh500,000, with 377 violations already identified.
Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation
United Arab Emirates
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