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Oman Applies 5 Percent VAT With Exemptions Across Healthcare Education and Basic Foods
Oman's Tax Authority has outlined key exemptions and zero-rated categories under the VAT law in place since April 2021, shielding essential goods and services from the 5 percent consumption tax…
Bahrain LMRA Conducts 3152 Labour Inspections in August Resulting in 543 Deportations
Bahrain's Labour Market Regulatory Authority carried out 3152 inspection campaigns and visits in August 2026 that detained 77 irregular workers and led to the deportation of 543 violators according to…
Kuwait Justice Minister Details Pending Reforms to Family Laws and Digital Procedures
Kuwait's Minister of Justice outlined planned legislative changes on March 15, 2025,…
India’s Space Activities Bill Lingers in Consultation as Private Sector Expands
As of September 2026 India's revised Space Activities Bill has yet to…
Saudi Traffic Directorate Mandates Six Conditions for Heavy Truck Drivers
The General Directorate of Traffic set six binding conditions for heavy truck…
Kuwait Authorities Reinforce Drone Permit Rules With Severe Penalties
Kuwait's Directorate General of Civil Aviation warned this week that operating drones…
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Dhofar Forum Highlights AI and Employment as Key to Disability Inclusion in Oman
A two-day forum on independent living for persons with disabilities opened in Salalah on Wednesday with artificial intelligence and employment…
Central Bank of UAE Enforces Enhanced Resilience Standards in Financial Sector Risk Rules
The Central Bank of the UAE brought Regulation No. C 1/2026 into force on September 14, 2026, requiring licensed financial…
AI Extinction Warnings Intensify Calls for Global Regulatory Frameworks
Recent high-profile resignations and public appeals from artificial intelligence researchers warning of potential human extinction risks have reignited international debates…
UAE Central Bank Enforces New Rules to Counter Disruptions in Banking Apps and Cards
The Central Bank of the UAE put its updated operational risk management regulation into effect on September 14, 2026, requiring…
UAE Central Bank Enforces New Operational Risk Rules for Banks and Lenders
The Central Bank of the UAE brought its Operational Risk Management Regulation into force on September 14, 2026, requiring banks…
Saudi Authority Authorises Licensed Taxis for Cross-Border Trips to Bahrain
Saudi Arabia's Transport General Authority has permitted licensed taxis to carry passengers across the King Fahd Causeway to Bahrain under…
Kuwaiti Banks Tighten Expatriate Lending Rules Amid Job Security Fears
Kuwaiti banks have tightened lending criteria for expatriates citing concerns over job security linked to Kuwaitization policies and recent workforce…
UAE Ministry Announces End of Annual Midday Work Ban for Outdoor Labourers
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has confirmed that the UAE's annual midday work ban for outdoor employees will…
Kuwait Enacts Comprehensive Law Regulating Drones With Penalties Up to KD5,000
Kuwait published Decree-Law No. 89 of 2026 on September 12, 2026, introducing licensing, registration and security requirements for drones, light…
Riyadh Forum Positions Saudi Arabia to Shape Global AI Ethics Rules
Saudi Arabia opened the UNESCO Global Forum on Artificial Intelligence Ethics in Riyadh on September 14, 2026, as the kingdom…