Dubai Chambers has kicked off the summer by rolling out four expert-led workshops aimed at empowering nearly 600 private‑sector representatives with the latest in legal know‑how and compliance best practices.

1. Corporate Governance & Companies Law

In collaboration with EY Law, the first session unpacked the UAE’s Commercial Companies Law alongside DIFC regulations. Attendees gained clarity on directors’ duties, governance frameworks, and critical legal pitfalls risking non-compliance—for both mainland and free zone firms.

2. Corporate Compliance Essentials

A virtual workshop, organized with the Society of Corporate Compliance & Ethics and Taqa, dove deep into designing effective compliance programs. Participants explored legal risk identification and mitigation strategies, plus real-world compliance success stories from industry.

3. Customs Law & Cross-Border Trade

Partnering with Al Tamimi & Company, the third workshop focused on the UAE and GCC unified customs regime. It offered practical training on tariff codes, free zone regulations, customs audits, valuation techniques, and methods to manage cross-border trading challenges.

4. VAT & Excise Tax Compliance

The final session, held in collaboration with the Federal Tax Authority, provided an uptick on VAT and excise tax regulations. Experts updated attendees on the latest legislative changes and explained their impact—from registration and returns to penalties and de-registrations.

Why It Matters

By drawing 598 participants from across the private sector, these workshops underscored the business community’s hunger for clarity in a rapidly evolving legal landscape. With regulations continually evolving, these learning opportunities help companies build stronger governance structures, enhance compliance resilience, and unlock smoother operations both domestically and across the GCC.

Dubai Chambers continues to fulfill its mission of fortifying the emirate’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. By partnering with network leaders—from global consultancies to regional legal offices and federal authorities—the Chambers aims to keep businesses ahead of change and ahead of competition