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UAE businesses are completing tax computations and documentation ahead of the September 30, 2026, corporate tax filing deadline for the tax year ending December 31, 2025. The deadline marks the second compliance cycle under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022. Tax experts warn against common filing errors, unsupported deductions, and penalties for late submission and payment.
The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi brought together 11 member nations, including China and the UAE, under the theme of resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability. Eurasia Review reports that the bloc prioritised local-currency trade settlements and payment interoperability over creating a common currency. The New Development Bank, with 100 billion dollars in authorised capital, was highlighted as the central vehicle for infrastructure and local-currency financing.
Chinese-linked automaker Rox has launched vehicle assembly at Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi, rolling out the first three Rox Adamas models bearing the Made in the Emirates mark. The 10,000-square-metre facility aims to reach an annual capacity of 20,000 units by 2027 and expand to 300,000 units by 2030. The project is part of Abu Dhabi's initiative to develop a domestic automotive manufacturing and export ecosystem.
Abu Dhabi Investment Office (Adio) / Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology
Corporate services advisory A&A Associate and the Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone have introduced a program expediting investor residency and business licensing to five business days. The package costs $4,550 and includes remote registration, an entry permit, free zone licensing, and local immigration processing.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Effective September 25, 2026
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