UAE
S Africa to end ‘too generous’ overseas worker tax break
South Africa is to draft legislation overhauling its residence-based tax rules so that South Africans working in countries with no income tax, such as the UAE, will be liable to pay tax in their home country.
Middle East | 16 Mar 17
UAE minister sets prospective VAT for Gulf at no more than 5%
VAT no higher than 5% will come into force from 1 January 2018 in the UAE and other Gulf States covering most products and services.
UAE and Saudi Arabia life industry face consolidation says S&P
Regulatory pressures and fierce competition will lead to significant consolidation of the life industry in the UAE and Saudi Arabia over the next two years, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings.
Health & Protection | 20 Feb 17
Market opportunity for critical health cover in UAE, Zurich finds
Residents of the UAE are willing to spend more on critical illness insurance cover than the global average, but remain significantly under-insured, according to a new report by Zurich International Life, Middle East.
Hansard’s alliance with UAE insurer Union goes live
Hansard International launched its new strategic alliance with UAE-based Union Insurance Co on Thursday, which includes the provision of two new savings and investment products under the brand name ‘Infinity’.