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UAE Launches eVisa System to Ease Entry for Expatriates From Other GCC States
The United Arab Emirates on July 31 announced an eVisa for residents of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia,…
UAE Central Bank Approves DDSC Stablecoin for VARA-Regulated Exchange Partnerships
The Central Bank of the UAE granted approval on July 3, 2026 for the DDSC dirham-backed stablecoin to partner with…
Oman FSA Enacts New Rules to Modernise Securities Market Oversight
Oman's Financial Services Authority issued executive regulations implementing the 2022 Securities Law on July 26 2026 with the framework taking…
Saudi Ministry Reminds Shared Housing Operators of Updated Safety Obligations
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Municipalities and Housing directed owners and operators of shared residential facilities on July 29, 2026 to…
Saudi Public Security Warns Hajj Firms of Multiplied SR100,000 Fines for Overstayer Failures
Saudi Public Security announced on July 29, 2026 that Hajj and Umrah service companies face fines of up to SR100,000…
UAE Vice President Announces Launch of AI-Powered Judicial Platform
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan announced on July 28, 2026, the launch of what officials describe as the world's…
Saudi Arabia Automates New Muslim Card Issuance in Digital Government Push
On July 27, 2026, Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Islamic Affairs launched an automated digital "New Muslim" card service that processes…
UAE Space Agency Introduces 90-Day Grace Period for Sector Licensing
The UAE Space Agency announced on 27 July 2026 a 90-day grace period for all space sector entities to obtain…
Royal Decree Enacts Saudi Arabia’s First Comprehensive General Education Law
Saudi Arabia enacted a new General Education Law on July 24 2026 under royal decree establishing a framework to strengthen…
Saudi Arabia Overhauls Debt Enforcement With New Law Set for October Launch
Saudi Arabia issued a new Enforcement Law under Royal Decree No. M/237 dated 20 April 2026 that enters into force…
Saudi Lawyers Caution Against Overreliance on AI in Legal Practice
As of July 23 2026 Saudi lawyers told Okaz that while artificial intelligence improves efficiency in legal research and drafting…
MOHRE Guidance Ties UAE Work Permits to Active Health Insurance Coverage
The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation issued guidance on July 23, 2026 integrating mandatory health insurance verification into…
Saudi Centre Issues Guide to Help Non-Profits Win Government Service Contracts
The Non-Profit Sector Development Centre released the Government Services Outsourcing Guide on July 21, 2026, outlining steps for non-profit organisations…
Saudi Authority Issues Guide Cataloguing Over 100 Types of AI Bias
The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority released its first AI Bias Reference Guide on July 21 2026 identifying more…
UAE Cabinet Prohibits Social Media Use for Children Under 15
The UAE cabinet approved Resolution No. 106 of 2026 on June 18 banning children under 15 from creating or using…