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Abu Dhabi is advancing the integration of sovereign post-quantum encryption protocols across government IT infrastructure to prepare for emerging quantum computing risks. The project aims to protect critical public transactions across sectors such as health, finance, and citizen platforms like TAMM. Technology authorities noted that identifying existing cryptographic footprints and managing vendor dependency are critical early steps in the migration.
Dubai's General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs has issued updated rules outlining four categories of family dependants eligible for residence permit sponsorship by foreign residents. The framework grants male and female expatriates equal rights to sponsor family members, including husbands. Sponsored dependants must reside at the same address as the guarantor.
General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs
Strata Manufacturing PJSC has received Approved Maintenance Organization certification from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority under CAR-145 regulations. The certification permits the Mubadala-owned manufacturer to extend operations into maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities. The expansion builds on Strata's production of more than 120,000 advanced-composite aerostructure components since 2010.
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior announced changes allowing skilled expatriate workers to obtain entry visas for eligible family members alongside their work visa processing. The updated regulation applies to spouses, sons under the age of 25, and unmarried daughters. Further residency procedures will be finalized after the family members arrive in the Kingdom.
Ministry of Interior
Saudi Arabia
Final rule
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