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The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development has announced an initiative to shorten the timeframe between investment decisions and business commencement. The program builds on previous digital reforms through TAMM that cut setup requirements by 71 percent.
UAE Presidential Special Envoy Khaldoon Al Mubarak met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing to review bilateral relations. The discussions focused on expanding cooperation across energy, investment, advanced technology, and trade under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership established in 2018.
The UAE Ministry of Investment has signed a memorandum of understanding with Beijing-based China Securities to collaborate on asset management, capital markets, and investor connectivity. The ministry will serve as a federal gateway providing regulatory guidance and network access as the brokerage builds its UAE presence. The agreement follows China Securities opening an office in the Dubai International Financial Centre.
The United Arab Emirates ranks first in the 2026 Passport Index compiled by Arton Capital, offering simplified travel access to 182 destinations. Singapore and Malaysia share second place with access to 175 destinations, followed by Spain with 174. India ranks 72nd with a mobility score of 70, while the United States holds the 10th position.
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