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Under UAE labour law, employers may terminate an employee while on approved leave only for legitimate reasons and with written notice, according to legal guidance published in Khaleej Times. The statutory notice period commences only from the day after the worker's scheduled return date unless both parties agree otherwise. The required notice period must range between 30 and 90 days, and employees terminated without a valid reason may file a complaint with the Ministry of Human Resources & Emiratisation.
Effective 1 October 2026, holding a valid tax invoice alone is no longer sufficient to recover input VAT in the UAE under FTA Decision No. 13 of 2026. Businesses must perform structured due diligence on suppliers and transactions to avoid denial of VAT deductions linked to supply chain evasion. Transactions over AED 375,000 on a rolling 12-month basis trigger enhanced verification requirements, including bank confirmation letters.
The South China International Arbitration Center Hong Kong convened a legal panel exploring investment mechanisms between China, Hong Kong, and the Gulf. Practitioners highlighted a transition among Chinese firms from initial inquiries to formal corporate incorporation and compliance in the UAE. The discussion also addressed commercial dispute resolution and regulatory risk management.
Dubai-based business setup consultancy Dubiz has expanded its 24/7 advisory service to support international entrepreneurs across different time zones. Advisers provide round-the-clock guidance on mainland and free zone establishment, licensing, residence and Golden visas, banking, taxation, and corporate structures. The initiative comes amid rising inbound interest, following Dubai Chamber of Commerce welcoming 562 British and 211 French companies in Q1 2026.
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