General UAE legal updates that touch multiple practice areas, cross-cutting reforms, federal initiatives and broader policy announcements that affect the firm's full practice spectrum.
The Knowledge and Human Development Authority in Dubai has issued Administrative Resolution No. 39 of 2026, which outlines the requirements and procedures for approving or changing the names of early childhood centres in the emirate. The re
The resolution includes provisions on the teaching of Arabic, the use of electronic and digital devices, and the assessment of children's learning and d…
The resolution consists of 10 articles, which cover definitions, activities related to the use of autonomous vehicles, operational phases, obligations o…
The Dubai Executive Council Resolution No. 15 of 2026 establishes comprehensive obligations, requirements, and rules for operators and individuals engag…
The resolution will be published in the Official Gazette and comes into force on the day of publication. Vehicle inspection centres must comply with the…
The resolution defines peak hours, off-peak hours, and premium public car park locations. It also specifies the events during which parking fees apply t…
UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 31 of 2025 overhauls higher education and scientific research: mandatory Ministry licensure, program accreditation and national frameworks, applying UAE-wide including free zones.
Federal Decree-Law No. 2 of 2025 creates the UAE National Anti-Narcotics Authority, in force 1 January 2026. What it changes and who must comply.
The UAE has issued a new federal law that amends certain existing laws. The law replaces the term 'Environment' with 'Emirates Drug Estab…
Federal Decree-Law No. 8 of 2025 creates the Federal Authority for Ambulance and Civil Defence, reporting to the Cabinet. What it covers and who must comply.
Federal Decree-Law No. 11 of 2025 creates the National Media Authority, a Cabinet-affiliated regulator that absorbs the UAE Media Council, NMO and WAM.
The UAE's first Federal Decree-Law on curriculum governance sets who approves what, binds public and private schools KG–grade 12, and ranks four change types.
UAE Federal Law No. 6 of 2025 replaces the 1979 veterinary quarantine law: permits, health certificates, designated entry points and import controls for animal consignments.
