Dubai Chambers Empowers Businesses Through Legal and Compliance Workshops

Dubai Chambers recently hosted three targeted workshops to guide businesses through the UAE’s evolving regulatory landscape. The sessions addressed critical areas including maritime law, corporate governance, and federal tax procedures, attracting a total of 111 participants from the local business community.

Workshop Highlights

1. UAE Maritime Law and Industry Trends

• Organized with Stephenson Harwood LLP, National Association of Freight and Logistics, and Freight Disputes & Legal Solutions.
• Covered roles and responsibilities of importers and exporters.
• Explained Incoterms and Letters of Credit.
• Explored legal implications for freight forwarding.
• Examined industry trends such as decarbonisation and technology adoption.

2. Tax Agents Registration Awareness

• Hosted in partnership with the Federal Tax Authority under the Zero Government Bureaucracy initiative.
• Focused on tax compliance and registration requirements for Tax Agents.
• Enhanced participants’ understanding of Federal Tax Authority procedures.

3. Corporate Governance and Internal Controls

• Conducted with KPMG.
• Offered strategies to strengthen internal controls and corporate governance.
• Provided insights into global regulatory outlook and IT control requirements.
• Emphasized building a culture for sustainable business growth.

Impact on the Business Community

The workshops provided businesses with actionable insights to boost regulatory compliance, encouraged the adoption of best practices in governance, tax, and maritime operations, and reinforced Dubai’s drive to enhance business competitiveness while supporting sustainable economic growth.