Using a UAE Holding Company to Invest in Asia: A Guide for GCC-Based Investors

Economy & Trade Jul 09

As GCC capital flows increasingly toward India, ASEAN, Singapore, and Hong Kong, UAE holding companies are emerging as a strategic structure for Asia-focused investment. This article examines how treaty access, tax efficiency, substance, succession planning, and exit mechanics can shape returns for Gulf-based investors.

Legal & Regulatory

UAE E-Invoicing Pilot Is Live: Why Voluntary Adopters Should Move Before 2027

Jul 07

The UAE’s e-invoicing pilot has moved the framework from preparation to live implementation. Businesses can now voluntarily onboard before mandatory deadlines apply, giving them a penalty-free window to test ASP integration, invoice data mapping, ERP workflows, and internal controls ahead of the 2027 rollout.

Tax & Accounting

UAE Opens Pillar Two Top-up Tax Registration on EmaraTax: What MNE Groups Should Do Now

Jul 03

The UAE's Federal Tax Authority has activated Pillar Two top-up tax registration on the EmaraTax portal, moving the country's 15 percent domestic minimum top-up tax from legislation into administration.

Tax & Accounting

How to Register for Corporate Tax in the UAE: Step-by-Step Guide

Jul 02

Corporate Tax registration is mandatory for taxable persons in the UAE. This guide explains how to register through EmaraTax, including who must register, required documents, and key steps.

Freelancers in the Gulf Are Outgrowing Their Banks

Economy & Trade Jul 02
Saudi Arabia's Insurance Boom: Market Shifts, Growth Dynamics and Opportunities

Industries Jul 01
UAE Golden Visa in 2026: The Four Routes, the New Rules, and Which One Fits You

Human Resources & Payroll Jul 03
Does the UAE Have a Minimum Wage? Regulations and Practical Considerations for Employers

Human Resources & Payroll Jul 01

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