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Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Gulf News

RAKEZ and A&A Associate Launch Five-Day UAE Investor Residency Program

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
  • Final rule
Policy & Legal Updates
Source: TechRound

UAE Government Mechanisms Supporting Foreign Entrepreneurs and Business Setup Outlined

TechRound reported on government-backed measures available to entrepreneurs establishing businesses in the UAE. Key mechanisms include 100 percent foreign business ownership in multiple sectors, extended Golden Visas, and dedicated free zone environments. The framework also provides digital administrative licensing, mentorship programs, and financing initiatives for startups.

  • UAE Federal and Local Government Authorities
  • United Arab Emirates
Policy & Legal Updates
Source: mepmiddleeast.com

Dubai Municipality and Future Foundation Partner on Construction Regulation Sandbox

Dubai Municipality hosted its inaugural 'Future of Construction Legathon' on 24 September at Emirates Towers to tackle regulatory challenges surrounding emerging building technologies. During the event, Dubai Municipality and Dubai Future Foundation signed a cooperation agreement under Sandbox Dubai. The partnership will pilot experimental use cases initially focused on the Smart Built Environment sandbox group.

  • Dubai Municipality
  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Draft / consultation
Industry News
Source: thenationalnews.com

Stablecoins Reshape Cross-Border Settlement Across Middle East-Asia Financial Corridor

Financial institutions and payment networks are increasingly testing stablecoins to streamline cross-border payments and corporate treasury operations across the Middle East and Asia. Speakers at the FAB Middle East-Asia Summit in Singapore highlighted that early digital-asset regulations in the UAE and Singapore provide strong testing grounds for connecting regional financial systems. Industry leaders noted that digital currencies are evolving alongside conventional banks rather than replacing traditional financial infrastructure.

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