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Premios ACIEAU 2026: en busca de la ciencia y la innovación que conectan España y Emiratos

¿Participas en una colaboración científica entre España y Emiratos Árabes Unidos? ¿Has desarrollado una innovación de origen español con impacto en Emiratos. Los Premios ACIEAU 2026 buscan reconocer y dar visibilidad a iniciativas como la tuya. Presenta tu candidatura hasta el 20 de octubre de 2026. Una investigación compartida, una tecnología aplicada con éxito, una […]

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Kinan Khouri

COSENTINO | Cosentino names Kinan Khouri Regional Manager for the Middle East & India

The appointment marks a new chapter for one of the company’s strongest regional operations, built over more than a decade of sustained growth.     Dubai, UAE, 2 September 2026 – Cosentino, the global leader in innovative and sustainable architectural surfaces, has announced the appointment of Kinan Khouri as Regional Manager for the Middle East […]

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Leña restaurant

LEÑA | How LEÑA Dubai stayed open through one of the city’s most challenging summers

An inside look at resilience, community, and strategic hospitality.   In an industry where many restaurants chose to temporarily close their doors during one of Dubai’s most uncertain periods, LEÑA Dubai, the wood-fire restaurant by Grupo Dani García, made a different decision: stay open.   Until its scheduled annual summer closure in August, LEÑA continued […]

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Using a UAE Company to Serve International Markets: A Complete Guide

IFZA | Using a UAE Company to Serve International Markets: A Complete Guide

Your business is thriving in your home market. Sales are growing, your customer base is expanding, and you are ready to explore opportunities beyond your borders. The next challenge is deciding where to base that expansion.   You need a jurisdiction that offers easy access to global markets, efficient logistics, business-friendly regulations, and a structure […]

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Ofertas de EMPLEO en MEDIO ORIENTE

¿Buscas trabajo? ¿Quieres dar un cambio a tu camino profesional? Apoyamos tu búsqueda de empleo ofreciendo un listado actualizado de ofertas laborales en Emiratos Árabes Unidos (UAE), y otros países del Golfo.   EMPRESA: LIVIT INVESTMENTS POSICIÓN: Operations Coordinator EMPRESA: MELIA HOTELS INTERNATIONAL POSICIÓN: Director of Sales – Gran Meliá Jumeirah Pre-Opening POSICIÓN: Director of […]

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Dubai Centre for Family Businesses – Family Business Digest 2026

DUBAI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | Family Business Digest, Issue No. 3, 2026

The latest edition of the Dubai Centre for Family Businesses’ Family Business Digest highlights key legislative, tax and governance developments shaping the UAE’s family business ecosystem in 2026. The publication explores recent amendments to the Commercial Companies Law, updates to the Corporate Tax framework for family businesses and family offices, and the growing economic contribution […]

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Dubai Launches ‘A Dubai Invite’ to Boost International Tourism

SBC | Dubai Launches ‘A Dubai Invite’ to Boost International Tourism

A new referral programme encourages UAE residents to invite friends and family from abroad, reinforcing Dubai’s strategy to strengthen its position as a leading global tourism destination.     Dubai has unveiled “A Dubai Invite“, a new initiative designed to encourage international travel to the emirate by rewarding UAE residents who invite friends and family […]

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CAIXABANK | Spain’s Macroeconomic & Financial Outlook, September 2026

CAIXABANK | Spain’s Macroeconomic & Financial Outlook, July 2026

JULY 2026 | Monthly analysis of Spain’s economic and financial outlook and its long-term prospects.   Download the report here.       About Caixabank CaixaBank is the leading bank in Spain, with a robust balance sheet and a culture drawing on deeply ingrained values. Its business model is based on specialisation, with a specific value […]

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EL SPANISH BUSINESS COUNCIL IN THE UAE PARTICIPA EN MADRID EN LA ASAMBLEA DE CÁMARAS ESPAÑOLAS EN EL EXTERIOR

El Spanish Business Council in the UAE ha participado en la Asamblea de Cámaras Oficiales de Comercio Españolas en el Extranjero, celebrada en Madrid del 7 al 9 de julio de 2026, un encuentro clave para analizar los retos globales de la internacionalización y reforzar el papel de las Cámaras Españolas en el Exterior como […]

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SCHLÜTER GRAF | El Nuevo Código Civil de los EAU: indemnizaciones por daños y perjuicios en la construcción

Introducción El 1 de junio de 2026 entró en vigor el Decreto-Ley Federal n.º 25 de 2025 (el “Nuevo Código Civil”), que sustituye al Código Civil de 1985. Las reformas introducidas son de calado para los actores del sector de la construcción en los Emiratos Árabes Unidos (“EAU”), ya que afectan al régimen de indemnizaciones […]

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Key UAE VAT Rule Changes 2026 Every Business Should Understand

WELLTAX | Key UAE VAT Rule Changes 2026 Every Business Should Understand from 2026

The UAE VAT Rule Changes 2026 coming into effect on 1 January 2026 mark one of the most important updates to the country’s tax framework since VAT was first introduced. These reforms aim to simplify procedures, strengthen compliance, and bring the UAE closer to international standards. As businesses prepare for these adjustments, WellTax is ready […]

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DAVID MOYA | Generar riqueza en Dubái, consolidar patrimonio en Europa

DAVID MOYA | Generar riqueza en Dubái, consolidar patrimonio en Europa

Cada vez más residentes en Emiratos están construyendo patrimonio entre Oriente Medio y Europa. Durante años, miles de profesionales, empresarios e inversores llegaron a Emiratos Árabes Unidos con un objetivo claro: generar crecimiento, oportunidades y riqueza. Sin embargo, a medida que avanzan sus carreras y consolidan su patrimonio, muchos comienzan a hacerse una pregunta diferente: […]

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The Spanish Business Council is looking for a Secretary General

WE ARE HIRING – Secretary General

Spanish Business Council (SBC) – UAE – Job vacancy: Secretary General   ABOUT THE SPANISH BUSINESS COUNCIL The Spanish Business Council (SBC) is the leading Hispanic networking platform in the UAE, representing nearly 170 member companies and acting as a key bridge between Spain and the UAE for business, investment, diplomacy and institutional cooperation. We […]

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Can Freezone Companies Sell in Dubai Mainland? – Understanding the DET Permit

WELLTAX | Can Freezone Companies Sell in Dubai Mainland? – Understanding the DET Permit

Can freezone companies sell in Dubai mainland? Until recently, they could only do so indirectly through local distributors or mainland agents, since free zone entities were not allowed to trade or offer services directly within Dubai’s mainland. Now, that restriction has changed. The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) introduced a Dubai Mainland Permit, […]

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SBC Gala Dinner 2026 at 99 Sushi Bar

Where Spain meets the UAE: SBC Gala Dinner 2026 returns to Dubai

13 May 2026. Dubai, UAE.  The Spanish Business Council successfully hosted its annual Gala Dinner at the prestigious 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant, overlooking the iconic Burj Khalifa. The event brought together approximately 130 distinguished guests, marking an evening defined by networking, collaboration, and the continued strengthening of business relations between Spain and the United […]

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IFZA | Can You Run a Dubai Business Without Living in the UAE?

Setting up a company in another country would essentially mean packing your bags and starting from scratch. However, in the Dubai that’s not the case. With digital processes, flexible regulations and expert support, entrepreneurs can easily run a successful Dubai business without living in the UAE.   Remote business setup in Dubai is an attractive option […]

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La salida de EAU de la OPEP

AUGUSTA CAPITAL | La salida de EAU de la OPEP: energía, autonomía estratégica y nuevo tablero regional

1. Resumen ejecutivo   La decisión de Emiratos Árabes Unidos de abandonar la OPEP y la alianza OPEP+ con efectos desde el 1 de mayo de 2026 no debe interpretarse únicamente como una decisión de política petrolera. Formalmente, el movimiento responde a la voluntad de EAU de adaptar su estrategia energética a su mayor capacidad productiva y […]

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2026: Shaping the Future of the Spanish Business Council in the UAE

More than 80 member companies gathered in Dubai at the Media One Hotel for the Annual General Assembly 2026, one of the most important milestones of the year for the Spanish Business Council. The following key points were addressed during the meeting: The election of the new Executive Committee for 2026. The presentation and approval […]

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