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Saudi Arabia unveils seven principles to raise investment
The rapid pace of economic transformation in the coming years is opening exciting investment opportunities
Sharjah Ruler reduces power tariff for residents
Another way the UAE is making 2019 all about saving.
Oman to impose selective tax on tobacco, alcohol, energy and soft drinks
Tax will go up by 50% on fizzy drinks
Fujairah joins other ports, tightens exhaust rules ahead of 2020 regulations
Many shipping companies have invested in open-loop scrubbers as they are cheaper and the decision by Fujairah's port adds to complications for vessel owners
Saudi Arabia suspends Brazil meatpackers; JBS and BRF affected - report
Saudi Arabia, one of the largest buyers of Brazilian chicken exports, has revoked the certification of five meatpacking plants operating in the South American country
Sharjah passes law establishing free zone authority
Free zone authority will be owned by the University of Sharjah, and have corporate personality and capacity to undertake legal actions necessary to achieve its objectives
Denmark to tighten rules for bank bosses as Danske Bank hits image
Denmark's reputation for being "one of the least corrupt countries in the world" has suffered "great damage" from the Danske Bank affair
US announces one-year ban on temporary work visas for Filipinos
This ban will take effect from Jan. 19, 2019 to Jan. 18, 2020
Abu Dhabi 'Helmet' award to recognise firms, workers that prioritise safety
The Golden Helmet award is intended to reduce accidents and work-related injuries.
Ministry bans 9 food categories from all UAE schools
Parents are urged to comply with the new guidelines.
Insights
Holding: U.S. watchdog is in denial about denials
As a condition of settling cases, the Securities and Exchange Commission typically bars alleged wrongdoers from later claiming they’re innocent
UAE firms must be aware of Saudi transfer pricing bylaws
The bylaws will have a significant impact on UAE-based businesses that operate in Saudi Arabia
How partial shutdown of U.S. government could play out
For that bill to move forward in the 100-seat Senate, it would need 60 votes.
