The UAE has launched Tawwer, an online platform managed by the Emirates Research and Development Council to assess and pre-approve research and development projects. Under Cabinet Decision No. 215 of 2025 and Ministerial Decision No. 24 of 2026, qualifying entities can access a non-refundable tax credit of up to 50% on qualifying R&D expenditure. Project pre-approval through Tawwer is mandatory prior to submitting the final corporate tax claim through the Federal Tax Authority.
UAE-based law and business advisory firm Habib Al Mulla and Partners has established an office in Shanghai to provide business consulting services. The office represents the first Arab law firm entry into the Chinese market, aiming to connect Chinese investors with Middle East opportunities and guide UAE cross-border deals.
UAE-based legal and advisory firm Habib Al Mulla and Partners has expanded into China by establishing a presence in Shanghai. The firm states it is the first Arab firm to set up in China offering business consulting services. The Shanghai office aims to assist Chinese and Middle Eastern companies with cross-border trade, investment, and market entry.
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