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UAE Economic Integration Committee Reviews Legislative Reforms and DNFBP Oversight

The UAE Economic Integration Committee met under the chairmanship of Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri to examine legislative measures to enhance business competitiveness. Discussions focused on strengthening regulatory compliance for Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions under the National Risk Assessment.

Published Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)
Issuing authority
UAE Economic Integration Committee
Jurisdiction
United Arab Emirates
Publication date
October 28, 2026
Stage
Draft / consultation
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The UAE Economic Integration Committee convened under the chairmanship of Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, to examine legislative developments aimed at enhancing business competitiveness, according to Emirates News Agency (WAM).

The meeting was attended by directors-general of local economic departments. Participants evaluated new mechanisms designed to strengthen regulatory oversight over Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPs).

The committee assessed compliance mechanisms intended to bolster the UAE's anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework under the National Risk Assessment. Officials also highlighted the need for deeper regulatory coordination between federal ministries and local authorities to support national economic clusters and streamline corporate governance.

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