Unpaid receivables can quickly affect cash flow, disrupt commercial relationships and develop into costly disputes.

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

The UAE has established itself as a leading regional hub for virtual assets and digital finance, with a regulatory framework that has continued to develop significantly since the introduction of Dubai's Virtual Assets Law in 2022 and the establishment of the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA).

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

This workshop explores the key legal and commercial aspects of franchise and licensing agreements, with a particular focus on the UAE market. Participants will gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts, structures, and commercial considerations underpinning licensing arrangements, including the different categories of licenses and the scope of licensing rights. The workshop will also examine franchising as a specialized form of licensing, highlighting the essential components of franchise systems and the importance of conducting effective due diligence before entering a franchise relationship.

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This Workshop provides a practical insight into the UAE Commercial Companies Law, focusing on company governance and the legal framework governing directors and shareholders.

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This Workshop examines key issues shaping Corporate Restructuring from an M&A perspective in today's fast-changing business landscape.

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This workshop examines key issues of the increased challenges in performing under international contracts and securing payments for goods shipped, banks and traders, especially SME customers, are seeing an increased risk profile in undertaking cross-border international trade business.

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of the legal and operational landscape within the shipping and logistics sector—an area of growing importance for stakeholders in both regional and global trade.

08:30 am - 12:30 pm

The Federal Tax Authority, in collaboration with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to invite you to attend the awareness workshop titled “VAT Challenges on E-commerce."

10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

This Workshop examines key issues of the UAE e-Invoicing framework, with a focus on readiness, implementation requirements, practical insights, and lessons learned from global e-Invoicing initiatives.

08:30 am - 12:30 pm

The Forum is a premier gathering for business leaders, experts, and professionals to explore how organisations can enhance performance, embed innovation into operations, and build more agile and future-ready businesses. Set within Dubai’s dynamic business ecosystem, the forum reflects the emirate’s continued commitment to fostering excellence, innovation, and future-ready businesses across sectors.

8:30 AM – 11:00 AM