Understand the policies, laws and regulations shaping business across China and the UAE.
Business registration · Investment · Taxation · Customs · Trade · Financial regulation · Employment · Visas · Free-zone policies. Every update identifies the issuing authority, jurisdiction, publication date, effective date and official source.
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has consolidated more than 45 value-added services for its community of over 50,000 registered companies. The offerings cover business bank account opening assistance, tax compliance, bookkeeping, human resources, and industrial workforce management. RAKEZ reported a 98 percent success rate for its bank account opening assistance.
The UAE has issued federal executive regulations prohibiting delivery riders from carrying backpacks and transporting passengers starting January 1, 2027. Promulgated under Cabinet Decision No. 174 of 2026, the decree imposes eight core statutory obligations on delivery operators and commercial riders. Operators must implement approved vehicle loading gear and electronic tracking systems.
The UAE federal government has unveiled legal, administrative, and labour-related initiatives under the Year of Family 2026 framework. The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council reformed the Nafis private-sector scheme by removing child allowance caps and extending salary subsidies through 2040. Additionally, authorities introduced the 'Emirati Family Data' package to simplify civil registry procedures.
Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council, Ministry of Justice, Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security
UAE banks may only freeze or deduct end-of-service gratuity to clear personal loans if permitted by loan agreements and Central Bank regulations. Central Bank rules prohibit lenders from withholding funds exceeding the borrower's debt or applying gratuity toward home loans. Employers also have no obligation to remit severance directly to banks without a prior written undertaking.
Central Bank of the UAE
United Arab Emirates
Final rule
The UECN Brief
Policy updates, China–UAE business news and industry insights, delivered to your inbox.
Business relationships in both markets
Forums, delegations and events
Policy updates and market insights
Membership
Join a network with a shared purpose.
Tell us about your experience and connection to UAE–China business. UECN assesses your application and offers the right membership category — fees are shared privately with your offer.
We send you a one-time sign-in link — your answers are saved as you go.
