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WT/TPR/M/338/Add.1

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Trade Policy Review Body 1 and 3 June 2016

Original: English/Spanish anglais/espagnol

inglés/español

TRADE POLICY REVIEW

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

MINUTES OF THE MEETING

Addendum

Chairperson: H.E. Ms. Irene Young (Hong Kong, China)

This document contains the advance written questions and additional questions by WTO Members, and replies provided by the United Arab Emirates.1

Organe d'examen des politiques commerciales

1 et 3 juin 2016

EXAMEN DES POLITIQUES COMMERCIALES

ÉMIRATS ARABES UNIS

COMPTE RENDU DE LA RÉUNION

Addendum

Présidente: S.E. Mme. Irene Young (Hong Kong, Chine)

Le présent document contient les questions écrites communiquées à l'avance par les

Membres de l'OMC, leurs questions additionnelles, et les réponses fournies par Émirats arabes unis.1

Órgano de Examen de las Políticas Comerciales 1 y 3 de junio de 2016

EXAMEN DE LAS POLÍTICAS COMERCIALES

EMIRATOS ÁRABES UNIDOS

ACTA DE LA REUNIÓN

Addendum

Presidenta: Excma. Sra. Irene Young (Hong Kong, China)

En el presente documento figuran las preguntas presentadas anticipadamente por escrito y

las preguntas adicionales de los Miembros de la OMC, así como las respuestas facilitadas por

Emiratos Árabes Unidos.1

1 In English and Spanish only./En anglais et espagnol seulement./En inglés y español solamente.

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BRAZIL

Secretariat Report

1) Can the EAU provide an update on the implementation of the 2014 Gulf Cooperation Council Guide for Control on Imported Foods, notified to the SPS Committee in documents

G/SPS/N/ARE/22 and Add.1?” The GCC Guide for Control on Imported Foods is still experimentally applied and not mandatory

until 1st June2016. The first week of June there will be a GCC meeting to clarify on the way forward among many other things. As for the period for feedback, this issue is still under consultation between the GCC members.

The old certificates will still be accepted during the provisional application and all clarifications on this issue should be addressed to the general secretariat to the Gulf Cooperation Council.

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CHINA

Part I. Questions based on Report by the Secretariat (WT/TPR/S/338)

Page 8, Para 16

16. The decline in oil prices since 2014 affected the UAE, with revenues and export receipts

falling. However, due to its successful diversification strategy, the UAE is managing to weather the storm while maintaining growth and investment. The UAE continues to pursue a strategy of diversification concentrating of high technology sector and high growth sectors such as the Islamic

economy. To be able to benefit fully from its efforts the UAE may need to speed up reforms such as the full implementation of the Competition Policy Law, easing of restrictions on foreign investment including the requirement of majority ownership by UAE nationals and further improving the business environment.

According to China’s information, the following kinds of investment restrictions exist in the UAE:

1. According to the provisions of the Business Companies Act of the UAE, more than one of the stockholders of the foreign investment companies outside of the free trade zone shall be citizens of

the UAE and they should hold more than 51% of the company’s shares. However, the cooperative parties can reach an agreement of not sharing the profits by their capital share ratio. In addition, the foreign shareholding of the representative offices and branches of the foreign companies can

reach 100 %, but a guarantor of the UAE nationality shall be hired.

2. The Business Companies Act also stipulates that the representative offices and branches of foreign companies are not allowed to operate any specific business or carry out marketing of any

form. However, they can promote the products or service of the parent companies to facilitate the deal between the parent companies and the clients in the UAE. The branches of the project contracting enterprises are only allowed to carry out the subcontracting business.

3. According to the laws of the UAE, only the citizens of the UAE or the business entities fully

owned by the citizens of the UAE are allowed to provide the following services: business agent, real estate service, automobile lease service, agriculture, hunting and forestry service including veterinary drug, fishery service, human resource service, road transportation service, investigation

and security service. 4. According to the laws of the UAE, foreign companies are not allowed to own the land in the UAE, which greatly weakens the investment enthusiasm of foreign investors and restricts the long-term

investment especially. 5. Petrochemical, hydroelectric and natural gas industries are owned and managed by the emirates

and the investment projects in the fields involved by foreign merchants are generally controlled by the government.

Question 1 Does the UAE have any plan for liberalizing the above restrictions? If so, please introduce the plan and its expected timetable.

The UAE is continuously introducing, upgrading and amending its laws and regulations when there is a need with a special focus on economic, trade and investment areas. This includes some areas mentioned above either on the multilateral level (UAE submitted its services conditional offer

under the DDA) or at the regional and bilateral levels (Free Trade Agreements negotiations).

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CHINA ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

Part I. Questions based on Report by the Secretariat (WT/TPR/S/338) Page 27, Para 2.39

The GSFTA entered into force on 1 January 2015. The Agreement covers trade in goods and services, customs procedures, technical regulations and standards, rules of origin, e-commerce, and government procurement.

Question 1:

What advantageous influences have been generated after the GSFTA entered into force? What inspirations does it provide to the free trade negotiation between China and the UAE?

GSFTA entered into force in January 2015. The UAE believed that implementation of this

agreement will contribute to increase the flow of trade and investments between the parties. The trade exchange between UAE and Singapore has increased. The agreement was concluded on the basis of mutual benefit for both parties. We look forward towards concluding the GCC-China FTA

negotiations on a mutual benefit basis for the benefit of all parties. Page 27, Para 2.41

Specifically, Singapore and the GCC have committed to liberalize various services sectors beyond its WTO commitments. Broadly, the schedule of specific commitments include the following sectors: environmental services; financial services.

Question 2:

Does the openness of the environmental service of the GSFTA signed by the UAE reach the top level among its FTAs signed?

The level of liberalization on all trade in services sectors including environmental services within any FTA negotiations depends on various elements such as the list of requests and offers

exchanged between the parties in the agreement. In the GSFTA, the UAE has a high level of commitments in many sectors including on the environmental services. Question 3:

Does the UAE have qualification requirement and access condition of providing environmental services for the foreign companies (CPC94)?

Yes, as other services, there are qualifications required for providing environmental services. The requirements are regulated by the Ministry of Climate Change and environment and the environment agencies in each Emirate.

Page 28, Para 2.48

There are four major federal laws affecting foreign investment in the UAE: the Companies Law, the Commercial Agencies Law, the Industry Law, and the Government Tenders Law. Although the legal

framework in the UAE favours local over foreign investors, investment laws and regulations are being reconsidered and supplemented to make the investment regime more transparent and investor-friendly, including the introduction of a new Foreign Direct Investment Law.

Question 4:

Does the UAE have any related mechanism of solving investment dispute? If so, please specify it in

detail. Within the UAE territory, there are various channels of resolving investment dispute depending on the contract signed between the parties like, local courts or through arbitration centers, also via

the international centre of settling investment dispute.

Page 37, Table 3.2

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Question 5:

As shown in the table, the average MFN duty rate applied by the UAE is adjusted to 4.7% from 4.9% and the textile tariff rate is 5.0%. However, China has large scale textiles exports to the UAE. Is there any tax reduction arrangement in the future regarding MFN duty rate, especially

textiles? If so, please specify it in detail. The reduction of the MFN tariff rates is a goal for all WTO member States and the textile is of

interest for a good number of them. The UAE, in coordination with the GCC countries, would consider revising the tariff lines on trade in goods including textile in the context of the DDA package subject to the overall outcome of the negotiations. This is also applied on the context of the FTAs negotiations.

Page 44, Para 3.50

The Dubai Government-owned Export Credit Insurance Company of the Emirates (ECIE) provides a

Comprehensive Short-Term Policy for trade credit insurance to companies based in the UAE that are engaged in manufacturing, value-added trading, and exports of services, the product range includes short-term risk cover on an insurable turnover basis (i.e. all open credit sales), single

buyer insurance and equity investment insurance, and medium/long-term risk cover up to a maximum of seven years.

Question 6:

What are the requirements for the local exporting companies of the UAE to obtain the ECIE

insurance support?

UAE Exporter requested to submit a trade credit insurance questionnaire / Application along with below requirements:

Commercial license Audited financials for the last 3 years YTD in house financials

Geographic and product wise break up of sales Break up and Ageing of receivables and inventory List of top buyers along with details on length of relationship, percentage contribution to

sales and payment terms.

List of top suppliers along with details on length of relationship, percentage contribution to purchases and payment terms.

Details and background on key management personnel (experience, length of service in the

company etc.), staff strength and area of the office, factory and warehouse Accordingly, it is important that you provide as complete an application form as possible. In most

cases, the form is no more than 4 pages of basic questions about the business, along with tables for listing the coverage limits you want and reporting significant past due accounts. Question 7:

Does ECIE have any related policy in supporting export of the local companies to the emerging economics? If so, please specify it in detail.

ECIE do bear attention to all markets around the world based on the needs of the exporter who

would like to use its service, so it’s more about where the exporter would like to insure to and ECIE currently don’t have any specific program toward a certain markets or economic blocs.

Question 8:

Does ECIE have special supportive policy for the export in renting form? If so, please specify it in detail.

The ECIE don’t offer leasing insurance product. However, this service is provided by multilateral

org’s.

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Question 9:

The business scope of ECIE was 740millioin dirham in 2014 and the net profit that year was 657,000 dirham. Could you please introduce the underwriting coverage, premium income, settled claim, claim compensation income, the main supportive industries and the countries of ECIE in the

recent three years?

Such insurance business details /information treated confidentiality.

Question 10:

Besides short-term export credit insurance service, does ECIE provide long-term credit insurance such as the products of export buyer’s credit and seller’s credit on exports?

ECIE doesn’t provide buyer credit / seller credit financing facility to the importer bank Page 49, Para 3.86

3.86. A variety of innovative free zones have been established in Dubai since 2000, most notably the Dubai Creative Cluster free zone (previously known as TECOM – Technology, Electronic Commerce and Media free zone). The Dubai Creative Cluster houses both Internet City and Media

City, two subdivisions which cater for the information technology and media sectors respectively. Dubai Creative Cluster offers a high bandwidth and state-of-the-art IT infrastructure. Other Dubai free zones include the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), with over 8,000 licensed businesses trading across a range of commodities including gold, diamonds, pearls, precious

metals, and tea; and Dubai Healthcare City, specializing in medical products and services. In addition, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is an offshore financial centre, offering a platform for leading financial institutions and service providers. The DIFC was established as part

of the vision to position Dubai as an international hub for financial services and as the regional gateway for capital and investment. Internet usage in the free zones is not censored as it is elsewhere in the UAE.

Question11:

Is the traditional Chinese medicine service allowed in the Dubai Healthcare City? If so, please provide the laws and regulations in detailon its market access. If it is not allowed currently, Does

the UAE have a timetable of liberating the market access of traditional Chinese medicine service? This kind of activity (TCM) is allowed to be conducted in the United Arab Emirates including free

zones, conditional that it should be certified and licensed by the UAE Ministry of Health & Prevention. Thus, we always urge investors to inquire about this niche of medicine services according to the UAE legislations of this field.

The UAE support all kind of investments in healthcare sector including the unique TCM with undertaking the understanding of the customs and norms of the country.

Page 73, Para 4.65 The insurance sector in the UAE comprises 34 national insurance companies and 26 foreign insurance companies. Eleven national companies and two foreign companies offer complete

insurance services (life, property, liability and operation of fund formation). There are 20 national firms and 17 foreign firms that offer property and liability insurance only; two national companies and eight foreign companies offer life assurance and operation of fund formation services and

there is only one national firm providing export credit insurance. Question12:

Are there any local or foreign invested private insurance companies engaged in short-term export

credit insurance? If so, please provide a list of the companies.

Insurance Authority granted licenses for insurance companies in UAE to practice insurance

activities in one of the following two types of insurance activities: 1 - Insurance of persons and fund accumulation (life).

2 - Property & Liability insurance (general).

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There are 48 licensed insurance company as Property & Liability (General). According to the

federal law on establishment of the Insurance Authority in UAE, short term export credit insurance product comes under property and liability insurance activities, so any licensed general insurance company in UAE has the ability to underwrite business in this type.

There are number of companies who are dealing with this product such as:

1-Export Credit Insurance Company of the Emirates. 2-Alliance Insurance. 3-American Home Insurance Company. 4-Oman insurance company.

5-Orient Insurance Company. Question13:

Doe the government of the UAE have any restriction on the insurance coverage of ECIE in short-term export credit insurance? If so, please specify it in detail.

There is no restriction on export credit insurance but our overall activity is regulated and overseen by federal insurance authority in the UAE.

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COSTA RICA

Secretariat Report

1) Can the UAE confirm if, apart from the customs duties and charges related to legalization of documents, there are any value-added taxes charged on imports? Currently there are no value added taxes charged on imports.

2) Can UAE please provide more detail on the specific documents or information that importers need to submit in order to get this import license?

The Trade activity in Alcoholic beverages is a categorized as a touristic activity, and it is licensed through Tourism Authority. The licenses are issued for the hotel restaurants. As for the pork meat, there is no specific category for this and it does fall under the meat trading activity. It only requires a permission from food and drug department and the police to open a section in the store

for selling the pork meat for the non-Muslims. The issue of the permission might vary of the source of issuance between the Emirates that some might be issued from the municipality or so.

3) Can UAE please provide more information about when this guideline will become mandatory? After this date, will it be mandatory for all countries?

The GCC Guide for Control on Imported Foods is still experimentally applied and not mandatory until 1st June2016. The first week of June there will be a GCC meeting to clarify on the way forward among many other things. As for the period for feedback, this issue is still under

consultation between the GCC members.


4) Can UAE please provide more detail and information about these agreements? Also can UAE indicate if this information is available to the public and how to obtain it?

These memorandums of understandings are of a general framework nature with a view to strengthen cooperation to facilitate cooperation and future trade for the interest of the parties on various aspects including; sustainability, researches, exchange of information and trades. That

memorandum of understandings should be available upon request through the official channels. Government Report

5) Can UAE give further detail on the approach they are giving in all constituent emirates to address renewable energy options? Can the UAE please explain if there have been actions taken to

address fossil fuel subsidies, particularly under the current global context of oil prices? The UAE is committed to fuel subsidy reform and introduced many initiatives on renewable energy and attaches strong emphasis on the sustainable development goals of the UN.

UAE will take into consideration to study the communique of the fossil fuel subsidy reform in coordination with the various stakeholders at the domestic level.

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HONG KONG, CHINA

Secretariat Report

1) Can UAE update Members whether the thresholds have been issued, and if not, when. Please

also explain the considerations involved in determining the thresholds. de minimis exemption for restrictive agreements

The key consideration for determining a Minimis exemption for the restrictive agreements is to

rationalize the efforts provided by the Ministry of economy in controlling and monitoring this kind of agreements and to ensure optimal use of its resources in fulfilling this mission. The aim is to concentrate on the cases that would substantially prevent, restrict or distort the competition. To do so, a threshold will be determined, and the cases/agreements representing a market share that

is beneath this threshold will not be considered, as they constitute a level of risk that is too small to be concerned with.

Market share thresholds for dominant position and economic concentration

Different legislations of other countries or regional groupings, including but not limited to the EU and Singapore, have been taken as a reference point in determining these thresholds.

According to the cabinet resolution no. 13 of 2016 the percentage of economic concentration and the dominant position have been set as 40% and for weak effect agreements 10%.

2) Besides “Emirati-owned small and medium enterprises”, “Emirati entrepreneurs” and “Emirati business owners”, would the support measures under the SME Law benefit SMEs that are partly or fully foreign owned? For clarity, could UAE advise on the official definition of ‘SME’?

1- The UAE Law intentionally chose to keep the SME definition out of the texts of the law and to

be issued by the Cabinet so that the SME definition can be always appropriate and responsive to the market. Yet, the SME Law has identified three internationally recognized criteria upon which

the SME definition is made:

a. Number of Employees/workers b. Annual turnover

c. Capital 2- Just like every country in the world, the UAE has provided incentives and stimulus to its own citizens in order to compete in wining procurement and services contracts in accordance with the

tender requirements. Yet, partly or fully foreign owned SMEs can benefit greatly from the SME law and the incentives given to UAE citizens by forging a joint venture with SME companies or via the subcontract system whereby they can become direct suppliers of goods and services to the UAE

entrepreneur.

3- The SME Definition has completed all the process on the federal and local levels and has been submitted to the Cabinet and will be issued at any time now.

3) Are there general statistics on the distribution/ proportion of companies with local (UAE/GCC) ownership and foreign (other than local) ownership operating in free zones? If yes, could UAE share the statistics with us?

As collective numbers with proportions this data is not available at the time , however the following links will provide the data at each Emirate level:

Federal Competitiveness and Statistics authority http://www.fcsa.gov.ae/.

Abu Dhabi Statistics Centre http://www.scad.ae/. Dubai Statistics Centre http://www.dsc.gov.ae/. Ministry of finance (statistic on economic activities on licenses issued for GCC nationals)

http://www.mof.gov.ae/.

http://www.fcsa.gov.ae/

http://www.scad.ae/

http://www.dsc.gov.ae/

http://www.mof.gov.ae/

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For numbers of companies in free zones please refer to each free zone website. http://www.uaefreezones.com/. (Attach a copy of statistics from Jafza on the ownership operating in Jafza).

4) Are the requirements for domestic and foreign banks different under the new regulations? If

so, what factors has the Central Bank taken into account in imposing the different requirements on domestic and foreign banks? Furthermore, would the industry be provided with transitional period or assistance for adjustment under the new regulations?

Domestic and foreign banks are treated the same under new regulations issued (and to be issued) by the central Bank. Where some form of proportionality is required (e.g. corporate governance structures for branches of foreign banks) then this will be taken into account provided the

necessary alternative protections are in place to allow for this. The Central Bank is undertaking full consultation with the industry on all new regulations. As part

of the consultation process consideration is given as to the need for and appropriateness of, allowing for transitional arrangements to be put in place.

5) How long does it usually take for a foreign insurance company to obtain a licence to open a branch in the UAE? How many applications from foreign insurance companies are approved and rejected during the review period? Would the UAE Government consider reviewing the conditions for granting of licences and those for opening a foreign branch?

The complete application of foreign company takes usually three months.

1 Licensing and registration Office maximum of 7 working days to review. 2 General Director shall consider the application and make decision either by granting or

rejected non complete application within maximum 7 days. 3 Board of Director issue its resolution either to approve or reject the application within 60 days.

4 Register the company within 30 days after approval of board of directors. How many applications from foreign insurance companies are approved and rejected during the review period?

from 2009 to 2015

Insurance Authority received 9 applications

One application for foreign branch approved in 2015.

Would the UAE Government consider reviewing the conditions for granting of licenses and those for opening a foreign branch?

In this stage our main concern as Insurance Authority to adopt the New Financial Regulations that puts the UAE insurance Sector at the forefront of the Middle East with regard to adopting the latest solvency requirements similar to the European model, The Financial Regulations provide a relatively well advanced set of rules to introduce a risk based capital adequacy, provisioning and

supervisory regime for insurers operating in the UAE and mark a fundamental shift in the supervision of insurers in the UAE, The detailed requirements will need time to be implemented by insurers, including those foreign branches in the UAE, over the next one to three years , in this

regards no intention to change conditions of licensing & registration for opening a foreign branch till adopting all requirement of these new financial regulations.

6) Why are ground handling services for Emirates provided by its Airport Services Department instead of dnata Ground Handling Services? Does Emirates enjoy any special treatments or

preferences when ground handling services are provided by its department? Is it possible for other

airlines to choose their own ground handling services provider? Dnata holds an exclusive concession to provide below-the-wing ground handling services at Dubai

International Airport. All carriers, including Emirates, use Dnata for their below-the-wing ground handling needs. Emirates contracts with Dnata on arm’s length terms and Dnata does not extend any preferential treatment to Emirates vis-a-vis other carriers.

http://www.uaefreezones.com/

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7) We would like to know if the UAE Government has any plan to liberalise and increase the

participation of private sector or foreign investment in its port management. Do foreign flag vessels enjoy the same access and treatment as domestic vessels in port services?

AD Ports is open to foreign investment in ports sector either as investor or as Ports Operator. The foreign flag vessels do enjoy similar service levels as domestic vessels. Dubai Ports World is a

public joint stock company which is listed in the financial markets provides services equally to all vessels either domestic vessels or foreign flag vessels.

Sharja port (Port Khalid, Port Khourfakkan and Port ALhamriaya) provides services equally to all vessels either domestic vessels or foreign flag vessels. Liberalisation of the participation might be

considered in the future.

Government Report

8) We would like to know what programs or measures have been implemented under the two ministers so far and planned for the near future. In what way would the programmes implemented

benefit the trade and investment environment of UAE? Ministry of Tolerance

The main objective is creating a legal framework to formalize the tolerance of the society already displays, and to ensure that the policies and initiatives will provide an outstanding example to the neighbors.

Tolerance is no catchphrase, but a quality that must cherish and practice. It must be woven into the fabric of the society to safeguard future and maintain the progress made. There can be no bright future for the Middle East without an intellectual reconstruction that re-establishes the

values of ideological openness, diversity, and acceptance of others’ viewpoints, whether

intellectual, cultural, or religious.

That is why the government invested heavily – more than 300 billion dirhams $81.5 billion) – in

establishing a focus for the UAE’s path ahead, with the aim of preparing for a diverse economy that frees future generations from dependence on the ever-fluctuating oil market. Achieving that goal requires reconsidering the legislative, administrative, and economic system fully to move away from dependence on oil. The government is building a sustainable and diverse national

economy for the current and future generations.

Having a sustainable economy will give investors and traders the trust in the economy strength and they will also options to diversify their investments thus this will enhance the investment environment.

State Ministry of Happiness

The role of government is to create an environment in which people can achieve their dreams and ambitions, not to create an environment that government can control. The point is to empower people, not hold power over them. Government, in short, should nurture an environment in which people create and enjoy their own happiness.

Happiness can be measured, and its evaluation is already the subject of many programs and studies. Moreover, it can be developed and its achievement linked to material objectives. Studies have shown that happy people produce more, live longer, and drive better economic development

in their communities and countries.

The happiness of individuals, families, and employees, their satisfaction with their lives and optimism for the future, are crucial to our work, which cuts across every sector of government.

That is why there must be a minister to guide and follow up with all government institutions (as well as provide leadership to the private sector).

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The government seeks to create a society where our people’s happiness is paramount, by sustaining an environment in which they can truly flourish. And create a formula benefits to others in the region. The formula is straightforward: national development based on core values, led by youth and focused on a future in which everyone achieves happiness.

The national programme for happiness and positivity features a host of initiatives in three major areas: The inclusion of happiness in the policies, programmes and services of all government bodies, as well as the work environment there.

The national plan for happiness includes a host of initiatives to develop and adopt corporate

models for happiness, launching a charter for happiness in all federal government bodies. It also features the development of a happiness guideline, as well as performance indices that ensure the compliance of the plans of establishments with those of the programme.

The plan proposes the transformation of government service centers into customer happiness centers, and allocating government employees to realize the happiness of customers.

Having happy employees in government entities and customer services centers will ensure proving the best services to traders and investors thus this will enhance the investment environment.

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تقنيات النانو البيئية الشرق

االوسط45 Sudan

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO



Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO



Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO



Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO



Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO

ت النانو البيئية الشرق تقنيا


Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO



Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO


وسطاال 50 Sudan

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO


االوسط5 Sudan

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO


االوسط5 Sudan

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO


االوسط5 Sudan

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


- FZCO


االوسط5 Sudan

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority

Napoli Express FZCO 5 نابولي اكسبريس ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority

Napoli Express FZCO 5 نابولي اكسبريس ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority

NASHTARIY DOT COM ONLINE

FZCO

ش -نشتري دوت كوم اون لين

م ح80 Egypt

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


FZCO


م ح80 Egypt

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


FZCO


م ح80 Egypt

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


FZCO

ش -ي دوت كوم اون لين نشتر

م ح80 Egypt

Dubai Silicon

Oasis Authority


FZCO


م ح20 China

MFZ MOTORS SEVENTY FIVE TRADING

- FZ

-موتورز سيفنتي فايف للتجارة

منطقة حرة 1 France

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MFZ THE STONE AND MARBLE

EXCHANGE-FZ

-ذا ستون اند ماربل اكس جاينج

منطقة حرة 1 India

MFZ REDDAL MANAGEMENT

CONSULTING LLC - FZ

ريدال منجمنت كونسلتينج منطقة

منطقة حرة -منطقة ش.ذ.م.م 0.99 Finland

MFZ REDDAL MANAGEMENT

CONSULTING LLC - FZ

ريدال منجمنت كونسلتينج منطقة

منطقة حرة -م منطقة ش.ذ.م. Finland

MFZ SUMMER SOUL ACCESSORIES -

FZ

منطقة -سمر صول اكسسوريز

حرة 1 Netherlands

MFZ SUMMER SOUL ACCESSORIES -

FZ

منطقة -سمر صول اكسسوريز

حرة

MFZ ADVANCED IT CONSULTANCY

SERVICES-FZ

ادفانسد اي تي لخدمات

ة منطقة حر -اإلستشارات 1 Egypt

MFZ 2 MODERN CURTAINS @

UPHOLSTERY FABRICS TRADING

مودرن لتجارة اقمشة الستائر 2

منطقة -والتنجيد منطقة ش.ذ.م.م

حرة

0.99 France

MFZ 2 MODERN CURTAINS @

UPHOLSTERY FABRICS TRADING

مودرن لتجارة اقمشة الستائر 2

منطقة -والتنجيد منطقة ش.ذ.م.م

حرة

0.01 France

MFZ SABAH P&D INTERNATIONAL LLC

- FZ

صباح بي اند دي انترناشيونال

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.55 UAE


- FZ

صباح بي اند دي انترناشيونال



- FZ

ح بي اند دي انترناشيونال صبا

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.25 British

MFZ Gemini Realty LLC-FZ منطقة -جيميني ريلتي ش.ذ.م.م

حرة 0.6 India

MFZ Gemini Realty LLC-FZ منطقة -جيميني ريلتي ش.ذ.م.م

حرة 0.4 India

MFZ Viewinvest Management

Consultancy

ات اإلدارية فيو انفست لإلستشار

منطقة حرة - 1 Lebanese

MFZ H30 Management Consultancy

LLC-FZ

او لإلستشارات اإلدارية 3اتش

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.5 Russian

MFZ H30 Management Consultancy

LLC-FZ

او لإلستشارات اإلدارية 3اتش


MFZ Sussex Associates Marketing - FZ سوسكس اسوسيتس للتسويق-

منطقة حرة 1 British

MFZ Atayeb Catering LLC-FZ منطقة -اطايب كيترينج ش.ذ.م.م

حرة 0.97 N/A


حرة 0.01 UAE

MFZ Atayeb Catering LLC-FZ .منطقة -ذ.م.م اطايب كيترينج ش

حرة 0.01 UAE


حرة 0.01 UAE

MFZ SR Building Materials Trading - FZ اس ار لتجارة المواد البناء-

منطقة حرة 1 Egyptian

MFZ Itqaan Consultancy - FZ منطقة حرة -اتقان لالستشارات 1 Egyptian

MFZ Equine Property Management &

Investment LLC-FZ

إدارة ممتلكات الفروسية

-واستثماراتها منطقة ش.ذ.م.م

منطقة حرة

0.34 UAE


Investment LLC-FZ



منطقة حرة

0.33 UAE


Investment LLC-FZ



منطقة حرة

0.33 UAE

MFZ Khazna Data Center Limited LLC

Dubai Branch - FZ

خزنة داتا سنتر لميتد فرع دبى

منطقة حرة -ذ.م. م 1 UAE

MFZ Khazna Data Center Limited LLC

Dubai Branch - FZ

خزنة داتا سنتر لميتد فرع دبى

منطقة حرة -ذ.م. م

MFZ Orbit Tech Consultancy - FZ منطقة -اوربت تك لإلستشارات

حرة 1 Finland

MFZ Payway Software House LLC - FZ باي واي سوفتوير هاوس

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.2375 German





MFZ Payway Software House LLC - FZ باي واي سوفتوير هاوس 0.2375 Russian

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MFZ Virtual Zone Electronics Trade -

FZ

فيرتشوال زون اليكترونيك تريد

منطقة حرة - 1 United States

MFZ La Residence Investment - FZ منطقة -لالستثمار ال ريزيدينس

حرة 1 Indian

MFZ Paddino Electronics Trading LLC-

FZ

بادينو لتجارة االلكترونيات

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.5 Hungary

MFZ Paddino Electronics Trading LLC-

FZ

بادينو لتجارة االلكترونيات

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.5 Hungary

MFZ MENA Intellectual Property LLC -

FZ

-مينا للملكية الفكرية ش.ذ.م.م

منطقة حرة 0.5 Saudi

MFZ MENA Intellectual Property LLC -

FZ

-مينا للملكية الفكرية ش.ذ.م.م

منطقة حرة 0.5 Egypt

MFZ Titan Alpha Investment - FZ منطقة حرة -تيتان الفا إلستثمار 1 UAE

MFZ Titan Beta Investment - FZ منطقة حرة -تيتان بيتا لإلستثمار 1 UAE

MFZ Goumbook Consulting - FZ منطقة -جومبوك كونسلتينج

حرة 1 Italy

MFZ GV Consultancy - FZ منطقة -جي في لالستشارات

حرة 1 Bulgaria

MFZ AJS & Associates Textile Trading

LLC - FZ

ة ايه جيه اس و شركاه لتجار

منطقة حرة -االقمشه ش.ذ.م.م 0.5 Pakistani

MFZ AJS & Associates Textile Trading

LLC - FZ

ايه جيه اس و شركاه لتجارة

منطقة حرة -االقمشه ش.ذ.م.م 0.5 Pakistani

MFZ Trikona Water Treatment

Equipment Trading LLC - FZ

تريكونا لتجارة معدات معالجة

منطقة حرة -م.م المياه ش.ذ. 0.9 Indian

MFZ Trikona Water Treatment

Equipment Trading LLC - FZ

تريكونا لتجارة معدات معالجة

منطقة حرة -المياه ش.ذ.م.م 0.1 Indian

MFZ Eyeshift Human Resources

Consultancies - FZ

ايشيفت الستشارات الموارد

منطقة حرة -البشرية 1 Dutch

MFZ Commcap Management

Consultancy - FZ

-كومكاب لالستشارات االدارية

منطقة حرة 1 Irish

MFZ Acuity Consulting LLC-FZ اكويتي لإلستشارات ش.ذ.م.م-

منطقة حرة 0.5 Pakistani

MFZ Acuity Consulting LLC-FZ اكويتي لإلستشارات ش.ذ.م.م-

منطقة حرة 0.5 Pakistani

MFZ Archimedes Alpha Investment -

FZ

منطقة -ارشيمدس الفا لالستثمار

حرة 1 N/A

MFZ Archimedes Beta Investment - FZ منطقة -ارشيمدس بيتا لالستثمار

حرة 1 N/A

MFZ Golden Opportunity Investment

LLC-FZ

جولدن ابورتشونيتي لالستثمار


MFZ Golden Opportunity Investment

LLC-FZ

جولدن ابورتشونيتي لالستثمار

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.4 Jordanian

MFZ Ultisol for Building & Construction

Materials Trading LLC-FZ

التيسول لتجارة مواد البناء


MFZ Ultisol for Building & Construction

Materials Trading LLC-FZ

التيسول لتجارة مواد البناء


MFZ Arloid Real Estate Development

LLC-FZ

ارلويد للتطوير العقاري ش.ذ.م.م

منطقة حرة - 0.1 N/A


LLC-FZ

العقاري ش.ذ.م.م ارلويد للتطوير

منطقة حرة - 0.1 Jordanian


LLC-FZ

ارلويد للتطوير العقاري ش.ذ.م.م

منطقة حرة - 0.8 UAE

MFZ Pourquoi Pas Marketing

Management - FZ

بور كوي باس ما ركيتنج

منطقة حرة -منجمنت 1 French

MFZ Homeland Real Estate Broker LLC-

FZ

هوم الند للوساطة العقارية


MFZ Homeland Real Estate Broker LLC-

FZ

هوم الند للوساطة العقارية


MFZ Side Management Consultancy

LLC - FZ

سايد لالستشارات االدراية

ة منطقة حر -ش.ذ.م.م 0.51 Germany

MFZ Side Management Consultancy

LLC - FZ

سايد لالستشارات االدراية

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.49 Germany

MFZ Opportunity Network - FZ منطقة -اوبورتشونيتي نتوورك

حرة 1 British

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MFZ UV Consultants LLC-FZ يو في كونسلتنتس ش.ذ.م.م-

منطقة حرة 0.5 Indian

MFZ UV Consultants LLC-FZ يو في كونسلتنتس ش.ذ.م.م-

منطقة حرة 0.5 Indian

MFZ EME Machinery Spare Parts

Trading - FZ

اي ام اي لتجارة قطع غيار

منطقة حرة -االالت 1 British

MFZ Implement Management

Consultancy - FZ

- امبليمنت لالستشارات االدارية

منطقة حرة 1 South African

MFZ Implement Management

Consultancy - FZ

-امبليمنت لالستشارات االدارية

منطقة حرة

MFZ Voyager Automobile Trading - FZ فوياجر لتجارة السيارات-

منطقة حرة 1 Syria

MFZ Fight Globe Event Management

LLC-FZ

منجمنت فايت جلوبي ايفينت

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.6 Dutch

MFZ Fight Globe Event Management

LLC-FZ

فايت جلوبي ايفينت منجمنت


MFZ Bonbona Food Trading LLC-FZ بلوسوم ستار لألعمال

الكهروميكانيكية ش.ذ.م.م 1 Syrian

MFZ Matthew Logistics Consultancy -

FZ

-ماثيو لوجيستكس كونسلتنسي

منطقة حرة 1 United States

MFZ Bond Turnkey Project Contracting

- FZ

بوند لتعهدات و تجهيز المنشآت

منطقة حرة -العامة 1 British

MFZ LH Management Consultancy - FZ أل اتش لإلستشارات اإلدارية

منطقة حرة -منطقة 1 Jordanian

MFZ Desert Venture Management

Consultancy - FZ

ديزرت فينشرز لالستشارات

منطقة حرة -اإلدارية منطقة 1 Emirati

MFZ Aysel Management Consultancies

- FZ

-ايسل لإلستشارات اإلدارية

منطقة حرة 1 Syrian

MFZ Jomaco Management Consultancy

LLC-FZ

اإلدارية جوماكو لالستشارات

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.5 Canadian

MFZ Jomaco Management Consultancy

LLC-FZ

جوماكو لالستشارات اإلدارية


MFZ Sapphire Investment Middle East -

FZ

-سافير انفيستمنت ميدل ايست

منطقة حرة 1 Azerbaijani

MFZ Talent Boutique HR Consultancy -

FZ

تالينت بوتيك اتش ار

منطقة حرة -لإلستشارات 1 New Zealand

MFZ Integrated Marketing Services -

FZ

-انتجريتد للخدمات التسويق

منطقة حرة 1 Pakistani

MFZ Green Heights Real Estate

Development - FZ

-جرين هايتس للتطوير العقاري

ة حرة منطق 1 Canadian

MFZ Viewinvest Oil Trading - FZ منطقة -فيوانفيست لتجارة النفط

حرة 1 Lebanese

MFZ Viewinvest Oil Trading - FZ منطقة -فيوانفيست لتجارة النفط

حرة

MFZ Cruet Cooking Consultant - FZ كرويت الستشارات الطبخ-

منطقة حرة 1 Czech Republic

MFZ Sirius Marketing Management

LLC-FZ

سيريوس إلدارة التسويقية

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.5 India

MFZ Sirius Marketing Management

LLC-FZ

سيريوس إلدارة التسويقية

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.5 India

MFZ Oydan Marketing Management -

FZ

نطقة م -اويدان لإلدارة التسويقية

حرة 1 Switzerland

MFZ Spectre Aviation Consultants-FZ اسبكتر إلستشارات الطيران-

منطقة حرة 1 Australia

MFZ Direct Computer Equipment

Requisites Trading - FZ

دايركت لتجارة األجهزة الحاسب

منطقة حرة -األلي و لوازمه 1 Czech Republic

MFZ AP Investment LLC-FZ ايه بي لالستثمار ش.ذ.م.م-

منطقة حرة 0.99 Jordanian

MFZ AP Investment LLC-FZ ايه بي لالستثمار ش.ذ.م.م-

منطقة حرة 0.01 Jordanian

MFZ SCT Management Consultants -

FZ

أس سي تي لالستشارات اإلدارية

منطقة حرة - 1 United States

MFZ Pari Portal منطقة -ري بورتال ش.ذ.م.م با

حرة 0.75 India

MFZ Pari Portal منطقة -باري بورتال ش.ذ.م.م

حرة 0.25 India

MFZ Digi Me Management Consultants

- FZ

دي جي مي لإلستشارات

منطقة حرة -اإلدارية 1 British

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MFZ Sunset Management Consultancy

LLC-FZ

الدارية سن ست لالستشارات ا

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.34 Spanish


LLC-FZ

سن ست لالستشارات االدارية

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 0.33 Spanish


LLC-FZ

سن ست لالستشارات االدارية


MFZ Elixyr Management Consultancies

- FZ

-االكسير لإلستشارات اإلدارية

منطقة حرة 1 French

MFZ Sterling Investment LLC-FZ ستيرلينج لالستثمار ش.ذ.م.م-

منطقة حرة 0.99 UAE

MFZ Sterling Investment LLC-FZ ستيرلينج لالستثمار ش.ذ.م.م-

منطقة حرة 0.01 British

MFZ Design Mosaic Home Furniture

Trading Middle East FZ

ديزاين موسيك لتجارة االثاث

منطقة -المنزلي ميدل ايست

حرة

1 Indian

MFZ RMSI Health and Medical

Performance Services LLC-FZ

ار ام اس اي لخدمات التعهدات

-الصحية والعالجية ش.ذ.م.م

منطقة حرة

0.8 Dutch

MFZ RMSI Health and Medical

Performance Services LLC-FZ

ار ام اس اي لخدمات التعهدات

-الصحية والعالجية ش.ذ.م.م

منطقة حرة

0.2 Australian

MFZ Italiart Paintings & Frames

Trading - FZ

إيتاليارت لتجارة اللوحات الفنية

منطقة حرة - 1 France

MFZ Intermax Petrochemical Trading -

FZ

انترماكس لتجارة

منطقة حرة -البتروكيماويات 1 India

MFZ AS Beratung und Handel Mobile

Accessories Trading - FZ

إي أس بيراتونقز اوند هانديل

لتجارة الهواتف المتحركة و

منطقة حرة -لوازمها

1 Germany

MFZ ROI Land Investments - FZ ي الند لالستثماراتار او ا-

منطقة حرة 1 Canada

MFZ Sanddune Villa Investment - FZ منطقة -ساندديون فيال لإلستثمار

حرة 1 Seychelles

MFZ JINK Investment - FZ منطقة حرة -جينك لالستثمار 1 UAE

MFZ Inspire Event Management - FZ انسباير إلدارة الفعاليات منطقة-

طقة حرة من 1 Egyptian

MFZ Alta Magna Consulting-FZ منطقة -آلتا ماجنا لالستشارات

حرة 1 French

MFZ Parts Monster for Spare Parts

Trading LLC-FZ

بارتز مونستر لتجارة قطع غيار

منطقة حرة -ش.ذ.م.م 1 UAE

International

Humanitarian

City

Modular and Mobile Solutions FZ-

LLC

مودوالر آند موبايل سولوشنز

ذ.م.م -منطقة حرة 82

6

6

6

Turkey

Turkey

Turkey

UK

International

Humanitarian

City

Munazzamat Al-Da'wa Al-

Islamiyya

.N.A. N.A منظمة الدعوة اإلسالمية

International

Humanitarian

City

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) ورويجيان ريفوجي كونسيل )ان ن

آر سي(N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

Operation Give and Grow أوبيريشن جيف آند جروو N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

Positive Palnet بوسيتسف بالنيت N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

Priyanka Middle East FZ-LLC بريانكا الشرق األوسط منطقة

ذ.م.م -حرة 25

75

Indian

Indian

International

Humanitarian

City

Rasil راسيل

International

Humanitarian

City

Royal Commonwealth Society for

the Blind

رويال كمونولث سوسايتي فور

ذي بلينN.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

Saahtain Foods FZ-LLC ساحتين فوودز منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م100 UK

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Humanitarian

City

Save the Children سيف ذا تشلدرن N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

Shaukat Khanum Memorial Trust شوكت خانوم ميمولاير ترست N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

Smile Train, Inc سمايل ترين، انك N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

SOS Children's Villages Arab Fund اس او اس تشيلدرينز فيليجيز-

عرب فندN.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

Tana Netting FZ-LLC ذ.م.م - تانا نيتينج منطقة حرة 100 UAE

International

Humanitarian

City

The Citizens Foundation ذا سيتسزنس فاونديشن N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

The Mission to Seafarers ذي ميشن تو سيفررز N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

Transform Lives Consulting FZ-

LLC

ترانسفورم اليفس كونسلتنج

ذ.م.م -منطقة حرة

International

Humanitarian

City

UAE Red Crescent الهالل األحمر اإلماراتي N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

UNAKIDS أوناكيدز N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

World Memon Organization يمون أورجنيزيشنوورلد م N.A. N.A.

International

Humanitarian

City

World Vision International ورلد فيجن انترناشيونال N.A. N.A.

DCCA

Company

Datamatics Global Services FZ-

LLC

داتاماتيكس جلوبال سيرفسز

ذ.م.م-منطقة حرة

DCCA

Company


LLC



DCCA

Company


LLC



DCCA

Company


LLC



DCCA

Company


LLC



DCCA

Company


LLC


ذ.م.م-منطقة حرة 100% India

DCCA

Company

Eruditus Executive Education FZ-

LLC

إروديتاس إكزيكتيف إديوكيشن


DCCA

Company

Eruditus Executive Education FZ-

LLC

إروديتاس إكزيكتيف إديوكيشن


DCCA

Company

Joga جوغا

DCCA

Company

Al Riyadha Active Wear Design &

Tailoring FZ-LLC

الرياضة آكتيف وير ديزاين آند

ذ.م.م-تيلرنج منطقة

DCCA

Company

Al Riyadha Active Wear Design &

Tailoring FZ-LLC

الرياضة آكتيف وير ديزاين آند

ذ.م.م-تيلرنج منطقة

DCCA

Company

Claires كليرز

DCCA

Company

Claires كليرز

DCCA

Company

Claires كليرز

DCCA

Company

Emirates International

Restaurants-Chilis (L.L.C)

تشليز -المارات الدولية للمطاعما

)ش.ذ.م.م(

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Company

Cosmetics Trading (L.L.C) - The

Body Shop

-كوزمتكس للتجارة )ش.ذ.م.م(

ذي بودي شوب

DCCA

Company

DEE Management FZ-LLC دي اي اي مانجمنت منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م100% Algeria

DCCA

Company

Zia Creative Network FZ-LLC زيا كريتيف نيتورك منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م50% Syria

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م50% Syria

DCCA

Company

Deyaar Development (P.J.S.C) (ار ر دي تطوي ل ع.م.ش) ل

DCCA

Company

Smart Education FZ-LLC سمارت اديوكيشن منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company

Smart Education FZ-LLC سمارت اديوكيشن منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م100% Syria

DCCA

Company

Internet Society إنترنت سوسيتي

DCCA

Company

Stellium Consulting Middle East ستليوم كونسلتنج ميدل ايست

DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company

Stellium Consulting Middle East يستستليوم كونسلتنج ميدل ا

DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company

Digital Consulting and Solutions

FZ-LLC

ديجيتال كونسلتينج اند سوليوشنز


DCCA

Company


FZ-LLC

ند سوليوشنز ديجيتال كونسلتينج ا


DCCA

Company


FZ-LLC



DCCA

Company


FZ-LLC



DCCA

Company


FZ-LLC



DCCA

Company


FZ-LLC


ذ.م.م-منطقة حرة 100% Germany

DCCA

Company

Spot Studios FZ-LLC م.مذ.-سبوت استديوز منطقة حرة

DCCA

Company

Spot Studios FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-سبوت استديوز منطقة حرة

DCCA

Company

Spot Studios FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-سبوت استديوز منطقة حرة 100% Latvia

DCCA

Company

Sippy Me FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-سيبي مي منطقة حرة

DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company

Sippy Me FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-سيبي مي منطقة حرة 40% United States

DCCA

Company

Sippy Me FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-سيبي مي منطقة حرة 60% Lebanon

DCCA

Company

Nonstop Minimart FZ-LLC نون استوب ميني مارت منطقة

ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company

Nonstop Minimart FZ-LLC نون استوب ميني مارت منطقة

ذ.م.م-حرة 100% United Arab

Emirates

DCCA

Company

Fullmoon Experiments FZ-LLC فل مون إكسبيرمنتس منطقة

ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة

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ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company

Fullmoon Experiments FZ-LLC كسبيرمنتس منطقة فل مون إ

ذ.م.م-حرة 74% Lebanon

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة 26% Lebanon

DCCA

Company

Valode & Pistre Middle East FZ-

LLC

فالودى اند بسترى ميدل ايست


DCCA

Company

Valode & Pistre Middle East FZ-

LLC

فالودى اند بسترى ميدل ايست

ذ.م.م-منطقة حرة 100% France

DCCA

Company

Turan International Group FZ-LLC توران انترناشيونال جروب


DCCA

Company



DCCA

Company



DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-منطقة حرة 10% Egypt

DCCA

Company



DCCA

Company



DCCA

Company



DCCA

Company



DCCA

Company



DCCA

Company



DCCA

Company

VST Music FZ-LLC في اس تي ميوزك منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م34% Bulgaria

DCCA

Company



DCCA

Company

VST Music FZ-LLC حرةفي اس تي ميوزك منطقة-


DCCA

Company

Better Gents Salon صالون بيتر للرجال

DCCA

Company

DG Color Prints FZ-LLC دي جي كولور برينتس منطقة

ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة 50% India

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة 50% India

DCCA

Company

Krebs IT Solutions FZ-LLC ي سوليوشنز منطقة كريبس آي ت

ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company

Krebs IT Solutions FZ-LLC كريبس آي تي سوليوشنز منطقة

ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-ةحر

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Company


ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة 100% Germany

DCCA

Company

Joom App Technologies FZ-LLC جوم آب تكنولوجيز منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م50% France

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م50% France

DCCA

Company

Ciphtech FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-سيفتيك منطقة حرة

DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company

Ciphtech FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-سيفتيك منطقة حرة 50% Sudan

DCCA

Company

Ciphtech FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-سيفتيك منطقة حرة 50% Sudan

DCCA

Company

KRDS Middle East كيه آر دي اس ميدل ايست

DCCA

Company

Mocomedia FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-موكوميديا منطقة حرة

DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company


DCCA

Company

Mocomedia FZ-LLC ذ.م.م-منطقة حرةموكوميديا 100% Germany

DCCA

Company

Al Miza Outdoor Advertising FZ-

LLC

الميزة اوتدور ادفرتايزنج منطقة

ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company

Al Miza Outdoor Advertising FZ-

LLC

الميزة اوتدور ادفرتايزنج منطقة

ذ.م.م-حرة 100% Saudi Arabia

DCCA

Company

First Screen FZ-LLC فيرست سكرين منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company

First Screen FZ-LLC فيرست سكرين منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م100% British Virgin

Islands

DCCA

Company

Al Rifai الرفاعي

DCCA

Company

Blue Logic Digital Advertising FZ-

LLC

بلو لوجيك ديجيتال أدفيرتايزنج

مذ.م.-منطقة حرة

DCCA

Company


LLC



DCCA

Company


LLC


ذ.م.م-منطقة حرة 34% United

Kingdom

DCCA

Company

MB Artificial Intelligence FZ-LLC أم بي أرتيفشيل انتليجنس منطقة

ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة

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Company


ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة

DCCA

Company


ذ.م.م-حرة 100% United

Kingdom

DCCA

Company

Cantel Middle East FZ-LLC كانتل ميدل ايست منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م

DCCA

Company

Cantel Middle East FZ-LLC كانتل ميدل ايست منطقة حرة-

ذ.م.م100% Singapore

DWC International Financial & Business

Consultancy DWC-LLC

رات المالية و العالمية لالستشا

االعمال دي دبليو سي ذ.م.م


Consultancy DWC-LLC

العالمية لالستشارات المالية و

االعمال دي دبليو سي ذ.م.م


Consultancy DWC-LLC


ل دي دبليو سي ذ.م.ماالعما


Consultancy DWC-LLC


االعمال دي دبليو سي ذ.م.م100 U.S.A.


Consultancy DWC-LLC


سي ذ.م.ماالعمال دي دبليو

DWC Kuehne + Nagel DWC-LLC كونيه +ناجل دي دبليو سي-

ش.م.م


ش.م.م


ش.م.م


ش.م.م

DWC YB TRADING DWC-LLC واي بي للتجارة دي دبليو سي

ش.ذ.م.م


ش.ذ.م.م100 EGYPT


ش.ذ.م.م

DWC Tek Energy Capital DWC-LLC تيك إنرجي كبيتال دي دبليو سي

.مش.ذ.م


ش.ذ.م.م100 ITALY


ش.ذ.م.م

DWC MANSIONS MIDDLE EAST

TRADING DWC-LLC

مانشينز الشرق األوسط للتجارة

دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م


TRADING DWC-LLC


دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م34 ITALY


TRADING DWC-LLC


دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م66 ITALY


TRADING DWC-LLC

لتجارة مانشينز الشرق األوسط ل


DWC EQUINOX MIDDLE EAST DWC-LLC إكوينوكس الشرق األوسط دي

دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م




مدبليو سي ش.ذ.م.


دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م100 BRITAIN



DWC CORBEL CONSULTING DWC-LLC كوربل لإلستشارات دي دبليو

سي ش.ذ.م.م


سي ش.ذ.م.م100 AUSTRALIA


سي ش.ذ.م.م

DWC ART PLUS NINE SEVEN ONE DWC-

LLC

آرت بلس ناين سفن ون دي دبليو

سي ش.ذ.م.م


LLC

س ناين سفن ون دي دبليو آرت بل

سي ش.ذ.م.م100 EGYPT

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LLC

آرت بلس ناين سفن ون دي دبليو

سي ش.ذ.م.م

DWC AAPSA Global International

Trading DWC-LLC

ايه ايه بيه اس ايه للتجارة الدولية

العالمية دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م


Trading DWC-LLC




Trading DWC-LLC




Trading DWC-LLC


العالمية دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م50 INDIA


Trading DWC-LLC


العالمية دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م50 INDIA


Trading DWC-LLC

س ايه للتجارة الدولية ايه ايه بيه ا


DWC World Cable Machinery DWC-LLC ورلد كيبل ماشينري دي دبليو

سي ش.ذ.م.م


سي ش.ذ.م.م

DWC World Cable Machinery DWC-LLC دي دبليو ورلد كيبل ماشينري

سي ش.ذ.م.م75 RUSSIA


سي ش.ذ.م.م25 RUSSIA


سي ش.ذ.م.م

DWC DUROZA DWC-LLC دوروزا دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م



DWC DUROZA DWC-LLC 100 دوروزا دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م CANADA


DWC SALEM GROUP DWC-LLC مجموعة سالم دي دبليو سي

ش.ذ.م.م


ش.ذ.م.م100 U.S.A.


ش.ذ.م.م

DWC DuCable DWC-LLC دوكيبل دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م

DWC DuCable DWC-LLC 75 دوكيبل دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م RUSSIA

DWC DuCable DWC-LLC بليو سي ش.ذ.م.مدوكيبل دي د 25 RUSSIA

DWC DuCable DWC-LLC دوكيبل دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م

DWC Studio Decosense DWC-LLC ستوديو ديكوسنس دي دبليو سي

ش.ذ.م.م

DWC Studio Decosense DWC-LLC ستوديو ديكوسنس دي دبليو سي

ش.ذ.م.م100 ARMENIA

DWC Studio Decosense DWC-LLC ديكوسنس دي دبليو سي ستوديو

ش.ذ.م.م

DWC Dubitech DWC-LLC دوبيتاك دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م


DWC Dubitech DWC-LLC 100 دوبيتاك دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م INDIA


DWC CONQUER BUSINESS

CONSULTANTS DWC-LLC

كونكر بزنس لالستشارات دي



CONSULTANTS DWC-LLC




CONSULTANTS DWC-LLC




CONSULTANTS DWC-LLC


دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م33.33 INDIA


CONSULTANTS DWC-LLC


دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م33.33 INDIA


CONSULTANTS DWC-LLC


و سي ش.ذ.م.مدبلي 33.33 INDIA


CONSULTANTS DWC-LLC



DWC IL BUONO GROUP DWC-LLC مجموعة آي إل بونو دي دبليو

سي ش.ذ.م.م

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سي ش.ذ.م.م


سي ش.ذ.م.م100 ITALY


سي ش.ذ.م.م

DWC The Infinite Mind DWC-LLC ليو سي ذا انفينيت مايند دي دب

ش.ذ.م.م

DWC The Infinite Mind DWC-LLC ذا انفينيت مايند دي دبليو سي

ش.ذ.م.م100 URUGUAY

DWC The Infinite Mind DWC-LLC ذا انفينيت مايند دي دبليو سي

ش.ذ.م.م

DWC Gladstone Global Alliance DWC-

LLC

جالدستون جلوبال أالينس دي



LLC


دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م100 CANADA


LLC



DWC Manuel International DWC-LLC مانويل الدولية دي دبليو سي

ش.ذ.م.م


ش.ذ.م.م


ش.ذ.م.م


ش.ذ.م.م40 YEMEN

DWC Manuel International DWC-LLC دي دبليو سي مانويل الدولية

ش.ذ.م.م20 YEMEN


ش.ذ.م.م20 YEMEN


ش.ذ.م.م20 YEMEN


ش.ذ.م.م

DWC Prescient Management

Consultants DWC-LLC

برشينت لإلستشارات اإلدارية



Consultants DWC-LLC




Consultants DWC-LLC

دارية برشينت لإلستشارات اإل



Consultants DWC-LLC


دي دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م100 INDIA


Consultants DWC-LLC



DWC Arham Trading DWC-LLC هام للتجارة دي دبليو سي أر

ش.ذ.م.م

DWC Arham Trading DWC-LLC أرهام للتجارة دي دبليو سي

ش.ذ.م.م


ش.ذ.م.م100 INDIA


ش.ذ.م.م

DWC AFM MOBILES DWC-LLC ايه اف ام للهواتف المتحركة دي



دبليو سي ش.ذ.م.م100 JORDAN



DWC Mubadara Consultancy DWC-LLC ت دي دبليو مبادرة لإلستشارا

سي ش.ذ.م.م

DWC Mubadara Consultancy DWC-LLC مبادرة لإلستشارات دي دبليو

سي ش.ذ.م.م50 JORDAN


سي ش.ذ.م.م50 JORDAN


م.مسي ش.ذ.

DWC LIFECARE INT DWC-LLC اليف كير إي انت تي دي دبليو

سي ش.ذ.م.م

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سي ش.ذ.م.م50 NETHERLAND


سي ش.ذ.م.م50 NETHERLAND


سي ش.ذ.م.م

DAFZ International AutoSource-A

division of OMSC (Branch)

فرع -انترناشيونال اوتوسورس

من او.ام.اس.سي. )فرع(

DAFZ Juma Al Majid-Engineering

Projects & Supplies Division

(Branch)

عة) ماجد جم سم-ال قيزات تجه شار و ال م عال ي

ية س ند ه رع) ال ف

DAFZ Boeing International Corporation

(Branch)

شركة بوينج انترناشونال )فرع(

DAFZ ABBOTT LABORATORIES

S.A.(Branch)

مختبرات آبوت أس . آية. )فرع(

DAFZ Johnson & Johnson (Middle East)

Inc. Service Center (Branch)

لشرق جونسون آند جونسون )ا

األوسط(انك مركز تدريب

)فرع(

DAFZ Boeing International Logistics

Spares Inc. (Branch)

شركة بوينج انترناشونال لتوزيع

قطع الغيار )فرع(

DAFZ voestalpine Tubulars Middle East

FZE

فويست ألباين تبـيوالرز الـشرق

األوسـط م م ح1 Austrian

DAFZ Lisec Middle East Ltd. FZE ليساك الشرق األوسط ليمتد م م

ح1 Switzerland

DAFZ Panasonic Avionics Corporation

(Branch)

باناسونيك أفيونكس كوربوريشن

)فرع(

DAFZ Diebold Middle East (Branch) )ديبولد الشرق األوسط )فرع

DAFZ Rolls-Royce International Ltd.

(Branch)

رويـس الـدولية -ـزرول

الـمحدودة. )فرع(

DAFZ Giesecke & Devrient FZE 1 جيزكي و ديفرينت م م ح UAE

DAFZ Trans-Aero FZE أيـرو م م ح-ترانـس 1 British

DAFZ Thales International Middle East

FZE

تاليس الدولية الشرق االوسط م م

ح1 Lebanese

DAFZ Thales International Middle East

FZE

تاليس الدولية الشرق االوسط م م

ح1 Lebanese

DAFZ Intracom Middle East FZE 11 أنـتراكوم الشرق األوسـط م م ح Georgia

DAFZ Chantelle Middle East (Branch) )شانتيل الشرق االوسط )فرع

DAFZ Bardawil Aviation Co. (Offshore)

s.a.l. (Branch)

شركة بردويل للطيران )أوف

شور( أس.آى.ال. )فرع(

DAFZ Forever Living Products FZE 1 منتجات فورايفر ليفنج م م ح American

DAFZ Bauer International FZE 2 باور العالمية م م ح German

DAFZ Brinks Global Services FZE 1 برنكس جلوبال سرفيسز م م ح American

DAFZ NSK Middle East (Branch) ان اس كي الشرق األوسط

)فرع(

DAFZ Monalisa Diamonds Corporation

FZE

موناليزا ديمـونس كوروبوريشن

م م ح1 Singapore

DAFZ Old Mutual International Isle of

Man Limited (Branch)

أولد ميوتشوال إنترناشيونال آيل

أوف مان ليمتد )فرع(

DAFZ HOSPIRA (ME and NA) (Branch) هوسبيرا )الشرق األوسط و

شمال أفريقيا( )فرع(

DAFZ Euromed FZE يوروميد م م ح

DAFZ Euromed FZE يوروميد م م ح

DAFZ EMI Gems FZE 1 اى ام أي جيـمس م م ح B.V.I

DAFZ Integrated Packaging Systems

FZCO

تمس ش م انتجريتد باكيجينج سيس

ح3 Saudi

DAFZ Integrated Packaging Systems

FZCO

انتجريتد باكيجينج سيستمس ش م

ح3 Malta

DAFZ Richemont (Dubai) FZE ريتشمونت )دبـي( م م ح

DAFZ DHL Express East Europe Middle

East Africa (EEMEA) regional

headquarters

شركة دي أتش أل أكسبرس و

أوروبا و أفريقيا و )أي أي شرق

أم أي أ( المقر اإلقليمي

DAFZ Giesecke & Devrient Holding FZE 15 جيزكي و دفرينت هولدنج م م ح German

DAFZ Swiss Watch Group FZE 1 سويس واتش جروب م م ح Switzerland

DAFZ Swiss Watch Group FZE 1 سويس واتش جروب م م ح Switzerland

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DAFZ Med-El Medical Electronics -

Middle East FZE

-ميدل لإللكترونيات الطبية

الشرق األوسط م م ح1 Austrian

DAFZ SIG Combibloc Obeikan FZCO اس أي جي كومبيـبلوك العبـيكان

ش م ح120 German

DAFZ SIG Combibloc Obeikan FZCO اس أي جي كومبيـبلوك العبـيكان

ش م ح120 Saudi

DAFZ SCHUCO International KG

(Branch)

شيكو العالمية كي جي )فرع(

DAFZ Charles Kendall Freight Limited

(Branch)

شارلز كندال فرايت ليمتد )فرع(

DAFZ TwinMOS Technologies Middle

East FZE

توينموس تكنولوجيس الشرق

األوسط م م ح5 Bengali

DAFZ Clarins Groupe (Middle East) Ltd.

(Branch)

كليرنس جروب )الشرق

األوسط( ليمتد )فرع(

DAFZ Agfa Graphics Middle East FZCO أغفا غرافيكس ميدل إيست ش م

ح5 Belgian


ح1 Belgian


ح5 Belgian


ح1 Belgian

DAFZ Emirates NBD Bank PJSC (Branch) بنك اإلمارات دبي الوطني ش م

ع )فرع(

DAFZ Chanel Limited FZE 1 شـانـيل المحـدودة م م ح Cayman

DAFZ Chanel Limited FZE 1 شـانـيل المحـدودة م م ح Cayman

DAFZ DANZAS AEI (Emirates) LLC.

(Branch)

دانزز آية. ئـي. أي )اإلمـارات(

ش.ذ.م.م. )فـرع(

DAFZ Middle East & Africa Duty Free

Association (MEADFA) FZE

جمعية الشرق األوسط و أفريقيا

لحرة )ميدفا( م م حلألسواق ا

DAFZ IP Dish FZCO 4 أي بي دش ش م ح Eritren

DAFZ IP Dish FZCO 1 أي بي دش ش م ح Sudanese

DAFZ Magic Wok (Branch) )مـاجـيـك ووك )فـرع

DAFZ Euro Telecom FZE 3 يـورو تـلكـوم م م ح Iraqi

DAFZ Panalpina Gulf (Branch) ( بانالبينا جلف)فـرع

DAFZ AIC Ltd. (Branch) )آيه آي سي ليمتد )فـرع

DAFZ ITW Welding Products Group FZE آي تي دبليو مجموعة منتجات

اللحام م م ح1 Bermudian

DAFZ ITW Welding Products Group FZE آي تي دبليو مجموعة منتجات

اللحام م م ح1 Bermudian

DAFZ National Rent A Car (Thrifty) -

(Branch)

الـوطنـية لـتـأجـير السـيـارات

)فـرع(-)ثريفتي(

DAFZ Shams Commercial FZCO 9 شـمـس التجارية ش م ح Iranian

DAFZ Shams Commercial FZCO 1 شـمـس التجارية ش م ح Iranian

DAFZ Havells Middle East (Branch) )هافيلز ميدل إيست )فرع

DAFZ Havells Middle East (Branch) )هافيلز ميدل إيست )فرع

DAFZ H & B Cells FZE 10 أتش & بي سيلس م م ح French

DAFZ Avilog Global FZE 100 أفيلوغ غلوبال م م ح UAE

DAFZ MITSUBISHI HITACHI POWER

SYSTEMS, LTD., (Branch)

ميتسوبيشي هيتاشي باوور

)فرع( سيستمز إل تي دي

DAFZ MITSUBISHI HITACHI POWER

SYSTEMS, LTD., (Branch)

ميتسوبيشي هيتاشي باوور

سيستمز إل تي دي )فرع(

DAFZ Aviation Holdings Group Inc

(Branch)

أفييشن هولدينغ غروب إنك

)فرع(

DAFZ HIOKI MEA Representative Office

(Branch)

يلي هيوكي أم أي أه مكتب ثمث

)فر(

DAFZ High MaxTrading FZE 60 هاي ماكس ترادينغ م م ح Saudi

DAFZ High MaxTrading FZE 40 هاي ماكس ترادينغ م م ح Yemeni

DAFZ Mobilemed FZE 2 موبايل مد م م ح Jordanian

DAFZ Mobilemed FZE 2 موبايل مد م م ح Egyptian

DAFZ Mobilemed FZE م ح موبايل مد م 1 Egyptian

DAFZ Universal Trading Co. FZE 100 يونيفيرسال ترادينغ كو م م ح American

DAFZ Brite Air MEA FZE 100 برايت أير ام اي ايه م م ح Swedish

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DAFZ Sambhic Resources FZC (Branch) سامبهيك للمصادر ش م ح

)فرع(

DAFZ Gabas Aviation FZE م م حقبص افييشن 1 Saudi

DAFZ Lohuis FZE 100 لوهويس م م ح Syrian

DAFZ Fones 4 U FZE 1 فونز فور يو م م ح Indian

DAFZ Advance Camera and Monitoring

Systems (Branch)

أدفانس للكميرات ونظام المراقبة

)فرع(

DAFZ Reef Aviation FZE 100 ريف أفييشن م م ح French

DAFZ Apollo Freight Solutions Co (A.F.S)

FZE

أبولو فريت سلوشينز كو

)إيه.إف.إس( م م ح150 Jordanian

DAFZ Apollo Freight Solutions Co (A.F.S)

FZE

أبولو فريت سلوشينز كو

)إيه.إف.إس( م م ح150 Jordanian

DAFZ Oasis International FZE 1 أويسس إنترناشيونال م م ح Indian

DAFZ Avioparts FZE 50 أفيوبارتس م م ح Spanish

DAFZ Crown Polychem FZE كراون بوليكيم م م ح

DAFZ Dream International FZE 70 دريم إنترناشونال م م ح American

DAFZ Dream International FZE 70 دريم إنترناشونال م م ح American

DAFZ Nagase Singapore (PTE)

Ltd,MIDDLE EAST

REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE

ناجاسي سنغافوره بي تي إي

ميديل إيست )فرع(

DAFZ DFM for Kitchen Supplies FZE 100 دي إف أم للوازم المطبخ م م ح Egyptian

DAFZ Job Deliver for Roads & Bridges

FZE

جوب ديليفر فور روودز اند

بريجز م م ح150 Sudanese

DAFZ Avenue Telecom FZE أفينيو تيليكوم م م ح

JAFZA Al Barrak Logistics البراك لوجستكس United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Basera Trading FZCO الباصرة للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Batat Trading FZCO البطاط للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Bawadi Trading FZCO البوادي للتجارة ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Bawardi Advocate & Legal

Consultant

البواردي للمحاماة واالستشارات

القانونية United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Bayader International FZE البيادر إنترناشيونال م م ح Syria

JAFZA Al Bayaty Trading FZCO بياتي للتجارة ش م حال Iraq

JAFZA Al Bilad Industries & Trading FZCO البالد للصناعة والتجارة ش م ح Jordan

JAFZA Al Buhari Restaurant FZE مطعم البحاري م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Buka Trading FZE البوكا ترادينج م م ح China

JAFZA Al Bustan General Trading FZCO البستان للتجارة العامة ش م ح India

JAFZA Al Bustan International Trading

Company

شركة البستان العالمية

للتجارة Iraq

JAFZA Al Calid International FZCO الكاليد انترناشيونال ش م ح Pakistan

JAFZA Al Composites Materials FZE ماتريالز م م ح الكمبوسيتز China

JAFZA Al Daan Trading FZCO الظعن للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Dabaran Trading FZE الداباران تريدنج م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Daham Trading FZCO الدحام للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA AL DAHANA FZCO الدهانا ش م ح United States

Of America

JAFZA Al Dahwi Trading FZCO الدهوي للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Damyaa Trading FZCO الضمياء للتجارة ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Deem Trading FZCO الديم للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Dhahabi Trading FZCO ح الذهبي للتجارة ش م Iraq

JAFZA Al Dhahir Trading Co. شركة الظاهر للتجارة Iraq

JAFZA Al Dheyaa Al Muneer Trading

Company

شركة الضياء المنير للتجارة Iraq

JAFZA Al Dobowi FZE الدوبوي م م ح India

JAFZA Al Durra Al Zahabiya Trading

FZCO

الدرة الذهبية للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA AL DURRA FOOD PRODUCTS FZCO الدره فود برودكتس ش م ح Syria

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JAFZA Al Dwaliyah Insurance Services

(LLC)

الدولية لخدمات التأمين )ش ذ م

م( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Ehsan Trading Company شركة االحسان التجارية Iraq

JAFZA Al Emama Trading FZCO األمامة للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Esawy & Al Jeboury Trading

FZCO

العيساوي والجبوري للتجارة

ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Fadhil Trading International

ATIC FZCO

الفضل للتجارة الدولية أتيك ش م

ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Faez Trading Company يةشركة الفائز التجار Iraq

JAFZA Al Fahad International FZE الفهد انترناشيونال م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Fahidi Stationery Centre

(Branch)

United Arab مركز الفهيدي للقرطاسية )فرع(

Emirates

JAFZA Al Faidhi Trading FZCO الفيضي للتجارة ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Falaah Trading FZE الفالح للتجارة م م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Faleh Trading FZCO الفالح للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Farah Trading FZCO الفرح للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Fardan Exchange الفردان للصرافة United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA AL FARIS CRANE TRADING FZE الفارس كرين تريدنغ م م ح India

JAFZA AL FARIS ENERGY TRADING FZE الفارس إنرجي تريدنغ م م ح India

JAFZA Al Farooq Trading FZCO الفاروق للتجارة ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Fartoosy Trading FZE الفرطوسي م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Firas Trading FZCO الفراس للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Furdous Trading FZCO الفردوس التجارية ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Futtaim Panatech Company

(L.L.C)

United Arab شركة الفطيم باناتيك ) ذ م م (

Emirates

JAFZA Al Futtaim Sons Co. Hertz Rent A

Car (L.L.C.)

شركة ابناء الفطيم. هرتز لتأجير

السيارات )ش.ذ.م.م( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Futtaim Trading (Pvt) Limited )الفطيم التجارية )الخصوصية

المحدودة United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Futtaim Travel Management الفطيم ترافل منجمنت United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Gashaamy Trading FZCO الجشعمي للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Ghada Trading Company شركة الغادة التجارية Iraq

JAFZA Al Ghadban Jewellery Trading

FZCO

الغضبان لتجارة المجوهرات ش

م ح Iraq

JAFZA AL GHAITH & AL MOOSA TRAVEL

AGENCY )L.L.C. (BRANCH)

وكالة الغيث والموسى للسفريات

ش . ذ. م. م فرع United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Ghaith Trading Enterprises

FZCO

United Arab مشاريع الغيث التجارية ش م ح

Emirates

JAFZA Al Ghali FZCO الغالي ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Ghandi Switchgears Industry دي لصناعة المفاتيح الكن

الكهربائية United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Gharawi Trading FZCO الغراوي للتجارة ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Ghazal Logistics الغزال لوجستكس United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Ghazalyah Trading FZCO الغزالية للتجارة ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Ghida Trading FZCO الغيداء للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Ghurair Investment (L.L.C.) )الغرير لإلستثمار )ش. ذ. م.م United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Gouta Trading FZE الغوطة تريدنغ م م ح Lebanon

JAFZA Al Gurg FZE القرق م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Habtoor Motors شركة الحبتور للسيارات United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Had General Trading FZCO الحد للتجارة العامة ش م ح Iran

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JAFZA Al Hadaf Al Mubasher Freight

Services

United Arab الهدف المباشر لخدمات الشحن

Emirates

JAFZA Al Hadaf Restrurant مطعم الهدف United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Hadha Trading Co (L.L.C.) شركة الحظا للتجارة ) ش . ذ . م

. م United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Hafidh Group Trading FZCO مجموعة الحافظ للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA AL HAJJAJ TRADING FZCO لتجارة ش م حالحجاج ل United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Hammam Trading FZE الهمام للتجارة م م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Hamoka FZCO الحموكة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Hamoushi Trading Company شركة الحموشي التجارية Iraq

JAFZA Al Hamza Trading FZCO الحمزة للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Hani Trading Co. شركة الهاني للتجارة Iraq

JAFZA Al Haram Al Thahabi Trading

FZCO

Saudi Arabia الهرم الذهبي تريدنج ش م ح

JAFZA Al Haram FZCO الهرم ش م ح Saudi Arabia

JAFZA Al Hareer Grand Trading Company شركة الحرير جراند التجارية Iraq

JAFZA Al Hareer Trading FZCO الحرير للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Hareth Trading Company شركة الحارث التجارية Iraq

JAFZA Al Haseeb Trading FZCO شركة الحسيب التجارية ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Hassan Koryea For Automobile

spare parts Trading FZCO

ريا لتجارة الحسن كو

السيارات وقطع غيارها ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Hassany Trading FZE الحساني للتجارة م م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Hayali Trading FZCO الحيالي للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Hebat Trading Company شركة الهبات التجارية Iraq

JAFZA Al Hesen Al Haseen Trading FZCO الحصن الحصين للتجارة ش م

ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Hijrah Typing Centre مركز الهجرة للطباعة United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Holla Concrete Technology

Company (Contech) (L.L.C.)

شركة الهلى لتكنولوجيا

الخرسانة)كونتك()ش.ذ.م.م United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Hoshan Pan Gulf L.L.C الهوشان عبر الخليج ش.ذ.م.م United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Hoty Stanger Limited ستانجر المحدودة -الحوطي Saudi Arabia

JAFZA Al Ihassan Trading FZCO االحسان للتجارة ش م ح Oman

JAFZA Al Jabal Global Trading FZE وبال تريدينغ م م حالجبل جل Turkmenistan

JAFZA Al Jabbari Trading FZCO الجباري للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Jaderyah Trading FZCO الجادرية للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Jasr General Trading FZCO الجسر للتجارة العامة ش م ح Turkey

JAFZA Al Jawari Trading FZCO الجواري التجارية ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Jawda Al Aleya Trading FZCO الجودة العالية للتجارة ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Jazeera Trading FZCO الجزيرة للتجارة ش م ح Kuwait

JAFZA Al Jazierah Restaurants

Development Co.

شركة الجزيرة لتطوير

طاعمالم United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Jebel Metal Trading FZE الجبل ميتل للتجارة م م ح Switzerland

JAFZA Al Jorani Trading Company شركة الجوراني التجارية Iraq

JAFZA Al Kadoos Trading FZCO القادوس للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Kanza Trading FZCO تريدنج ش م ح الكنزة Pakistan

JAFZA Al Kazweeny Auto Parts Trading

(KAPCO) FZCO

القزويني لتجارة قطع غيار

السيارات ) كابكو ( ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Kestaf Trading FZCO القصطاف للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA AL Khail Medical Centre (Branch) )مركز الخيل الطبي )فرع United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Khair Trading Company شركة الخير للتجارة Iraq

JAFZA Al Khaleej Al taib Trading FZE الخليج الطيب للتجارة م م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Khaleej Sugar (L.L.C.) )شركة الخليج للسكر ) ذ.م.م United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Al Khalili Trading FZCO الخليلي تريدنغ ش م ح Oman

JAFZA Al Khallej Land Holding FZCO ارض الخليج القابضة ش م ح Iraq

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JAFZA Al Khashlok International FZCO الخشلوك انترناشيونال ش م ح Greece

JAFZA Al Khayal Trading FZCO الخيال للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Al Khoory International Products

FZE

United Arab منتجات الخوري الدولية م م ح

Emirates

JAFZA Gharnata Al Sharq Trading FZCO غرناطة الشرق للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA GHASSAN ABOUD GENERAL

TRADING FZCO

غسان عبود للتجارة العامة ش م

ح Syria

JAFZA Ghawali FZE حغوالي م م United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Ghayathi Catering Service Branch غياثي لخدمات التموين بالمواد

الغذائية فرع United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA GHI FORMWORK FZCO جي اتش اي فورمورك ش م ح Germany

JAFZA GHI Formwork GMBH Dubai

Branch

جي اتش اي فورموورك جي ام

فرع دبيبي اتش Germany

JAFZA Gibraltar Cable Barrier Systems LP جيبرالتار كيبل باريرز سيستمز

ال بي United States

Of America

JAFZA Gibson Innovations Netherlands B

.V

جيبسون انوفيشنس نيثرلندس بي

في Netherlands

JAFZA GIO TRADING INT B.V. ي فيجيو تريدنغ آي ان تي ب Netherlands

JAFZA Giordano Middle East FZE جيوردانو ميدل ايست م م ح Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Giovenzana International B.V. جيوفنزانا انترناشيونال بيه في Netherlands

JAFZA Girbau Middle East FZCO جرباو الشرق األوسط ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Giulio Barbieri Middle East FZCO جيوليو بربيري ميدل ايست ش م

ح Syria

JAFZA Givaudan MEA FZE جيفاودان ام ئي ايه م م ح Switzerland

JAFZA GJD FZCO جي جيه دي ش م ح Iran

JAFZA GKSM FZCO ش م ح -جي كي اس ام Pakistan

JAFZA GL Middle East FZE إل الشرق األوسط م م حجي France

JAFZA Glamour Rooms FZE جالمور روومز م م ح India

JAFZA Glavergulf FZCO غالفر جلف ش م ح India

JAFZA Glaxo Smithkline Export Limited جالكسوسميث كالين إكسبورت

ليمتد United

Kingdom

JAFZA Glenmark Pharmaceuticals FZE ك للمواد الصيدالنية م م جلينمار

ح Egypt

JAFZA GLM Steel Trading FZE جي ال ام ستيل تريدنغ م م ح Tajikistan

JAFZA Global Advance Technologies INC جلوبال ادفانس تكنولوجيز انك India

JAFZA Global Advanced Technology FZE جلوبال ادفانسد تيكنولوجي م م ح Saudi Arabia

JAFZA Global Agro Industry FZCO جلوبال أغرو للصناعة ش م ح Iran

JAFZA GLOBAL AUTO CORPORATION

FZCO

جلوبال اوتو كوربوريشن ش م

ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Automotive Partners Ltd جلوبال هوتو موتيفبارتنيرز

ليمتد Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Global Cargo System النظام الدولي للشحن United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Coke and Energy FZE غلوبال كوك أند أنرجي م م ح Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Global Commerce FZCO جلوبال كوميرس ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Global Commodities Center FZCO ز سنتر ش م حجلوبال كموديت Iran

JAFZA Global Company for Modern

Technology

Iraq الشركة العالمية للتقنية الحديثة

JAFZA Global Connect ME FZCO جلوبال كونكت ميدل ايست ش م

ح Egypt

JAFZA Global Conquistadors, S.A. غلوبال كون كويستادورس , اس

.ايه. Panama

JAFZA Global Distribution FZE جلوبال دستربيوشن م م ح India

JAFZA Global Electronics FZE جلوبال االلكترونيات م م ح South Korea

JAFZA Global Energy Technologies

Limited

تكنولوجيا الطاقة العالمية

المحدودة United

Kingdom

JAFZA Global Energy Trading House

FZCO

ل انيرجي تريدنغ هاوس جلوبا

ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Engg. Solutions FZCO العالمية للحلول الهندسية ش م ح India

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JAFZA Global Engineering Services FZCO جلوبال انجنيرنج سيرفيسز ش م

ح Egypt

JAFZA Global Equipment Trading FZCO تجارية ش م المعدات العالمية ال

ح Canada

JAFZA Global Fame Trading FZCO الشهرة العالمية للتجارة ش م ح China

JAFZA Global Fasteners Limited جلوبال فاستينرز ليمتد Isle of Man

JAFZA Global Furniture Import Export

FZCO

جلوبال فيرنشر امبورت

اكسبورت ش م ح Greece

JAFZA Global FZCO العالمية ش م ح Syria

JAFZA Global Gases Group FZE مجموعة العالمية للغاز م م ح Kenya

JAFZA Global Gate Trading FZCO البوابة العالمية للتجارة ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Global General Trading FZCO جلوبال للتجارة العامة ش م ح United States

Of America

JAFZA Global Grid FZCO جلوبال جريد ش م ح India

JAFZA Global Gulf Trading FZE غلوبل غلف تريدنغ م م ح Senegal

JAFZA Global Guraysh FZCO جلوبال قوريش ش م ح Turkey

JAFZA Global Healthcare FZE جلوبال للعناية الصحية م م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Global Invest Group Ltd جلوبال انفيست جروب

المحدوده Seychelles

JAFZA Global Leaf Trading FZE جلوبال ليف تريدنغ م م ح Switzerland

JAFZA Global Light & Power FZCO االنارة والطاقة العالمية ش م ح Canada

JAFZA Global Link FZCO جلوبال لينك ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Global Logistics FZE جلوبال لوجستكس م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Lumber Resources Inc .جلوبل المبر ريسورسز انك Canada

JAFZA Global Marines Shipping L.L.C

(Branch)

جلوبال مارينز للمالحة ش.ذ.م.م

)فرع( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Maritime & Trading FZE جلوبال ماريتايم آند تريدنج م م

ح India

JAFZA GLOBAL METALS FZE جلوبال ميتلز م م ح India

JAFZA Global Orbit for Industrial

Equipment Trading FZCO

أوربت العالمية لتجارة

المستلزمات الصناعية ش . م .

ح

Iraq

JAFZA Global Petrochem FZE لوبال بيتروكيم م م حج India

JAFZA GLOBAL PIPELINE SUPPLIES FZCO جلوبال بايب الين سباليز ش

م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Global Piping Material FZCO جلوبال بايبينج ماتيريال ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Global Port Services FZE جلوبال بورت سرفيسز م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Refinish FZE جلوبال ريفينيش م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Rubber Trading FZCO المطاط العالمية للتجاره ش م ح South Africa

JAFZA Global Shores FZCO جلوبال شورز ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA GLOBAL SOLUTIONS AND

TECHNOLOGIES FZE

ال سوليوشينز اند جلوب

تيكنولوجيز م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Solutions Network FZCO جلوبال سليوشن نيت ورك ش م

ح India

JAFZA Global Steel Holdings Limited جلوبال ستيل هولدنجز لمتد Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Global Steel Industries FZCO المية لصناعة الفوالذ ش م حالع India

JAFZA Global Supply FZCO غلوبل سبالي ش م ح Jordan

JAFZA Global Systems FZE األنظمة العالمية م م ح France

JAFZA Global Tech Distribution FZCO غلوبال تك للتوزيع ش م ح Jordan

JAFZA Global Techlog FZE م ح غلوبال تكلوغ م United States

Of America

JAFZA Global Technical Trading FZE جلوبال تيكنيكال للتجارة م م ح Germany

JAFZA Global Technology Links FZCO جلوبال تكنولوجي لينكس ش م

ح Lebanon

JAFZA Global Technology Supply (L.L.C)

(Branch)

ذ جلوبال تكنولوجيز سابالي )ش

م م( )فرع( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Tobacco FZCO جلوبال توباكو ش م ح Iraq

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JAFZA GLOBAL TRADE DISTRIBUTION

FZCO

جلوبال تريد ديستريبيوشن ش م

ح Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Global Trade House FZCO جلوبال تريد هاوس ش م ح India

JAFZA Global Traders FZCO التجار العالميين ش م ح Canada

JAFZA Global Trading Centre FZCO جلوبال تريدنج سنتر ش م ح Qatar

JAFZA Global Transformers and

Switchgear FZCO

العالمية للمحوالت و المفاتيح

الكهربائية ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Global Transnational Trading FZE غلوبال ترانسناشيونال تريدنغ م

م ح Singapore

JAFZA Global Trust Enterprises FZCO مشاريع الثقة العالمية ش م ح India

JAFZA Globalaktiv Technologies Trading

FZE

جلوبال اكتيف تكنولوجيز

للتجارة م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Globaltronics Electronics جلوبالترونكس لاللكترونيات Egypt

JAFZA Globco For Environment

Protection & Safety FZE

جلوبكو لحماية البينة و السالمة

م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Globe Holdings FZCO غلوب هولدينغز ش م ح India

JAFZA GLOBE TREKKERS (L.L.C)

(BRANCH)

ب تريكرز (ش.ذ.م.م) جلو

(فرع) United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Globelink West Star Shipping

(L.L.C)

جلوبلينك ويست ستار شيبينج

)ش.ذ.م.م( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Globetek FZE جلوبيتيك م م ح India

JAFZA Globus EMEA FZE جلوبس ايما م م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Glocom جلوكوم United

Kingdom

JAFZA GLYIRE FZE جي ال واي أي آر ئي م م ح Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA GM INTER TOBACCO FZE جي ام انتر توبيكو م م ح Armenia

JAFZA GMA Garnet (Middle East) FZE جي ام ايه جارنت ) ميدل ايست

( م م ح Australia

JAFZA GN International FZE جي ان انترناشيونال م م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Gnatus Middle East جناتوس ميدل ايست Brazil

JAFZA GND Trading ME FZE جي ان دي تريدنج ام ئي م م ح Portugal

JAFZA GO FASHION FZE جو فاشن م م ح India

JAFZA Go For Tech International FZCO ر تيك انترناشيونال ش م جو فو

ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA GO GREEN FZCO غو غرين ش م ح Jordan

JAFZA Golden Baty FZE جولدن باتي م م ح Azerbaijan

JAFZA Golden Creek Trading FZE الخور الذهبي للتجارة م م ح Iraq

JAFZA GOLDEN CROWN GULF TRADING

FZCO

ريدنج ش م جولدن كراون جلف ت

ح China

JAFZA Golden Dragon Restaurant مطعم جولدن دراجن United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Golden Falcon Laundry مغسلة الصقر الذهبي United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Golden Gate Machinery FZCO جولدن جيت ماشينري ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Golden Harbour Oil And Gas FZCO جولدن هاربور أويل أند جاز ش

م ح India

JAFZA GOLDEN HUB FZE غولدن هب م م ح Chad

JAFZA Golden Key Middle East FZE جولدن كي ميدل ايست م م ح China

JAFZA Golden Meal Catering Services الوجبة الذهبية لخدمات التموين

بالمواد الغذائية United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Golden Overseas Trading

Corporation

الشركة الذهبية عبر البحار

التجارية India

JAFZA Golden Phoenixes جولدن فينيكس United

Kingdom

JAFZA Golden Prime FZE جولدن برايم م م ح United States

Of America

JAFZA Golden Ramz General Trading رامز الذهبية للتجارة العامة United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Golden Rock Trading FZCO جولدن روك تريدنج ش م ح Egypt

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JAFZA Golden Share Trading FZCO الحصة الذهبية للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Golden Shell FZCO الصدف الذهبي ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Golden Systems Middle East FZCO جولدن سيستمز الشرق األوسط

ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Golden Taj Restaurant FZE مطعم جولدن تاج م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Golden Technology التكنولوجيا الذهبية United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA GOLDEN TRIANGLE TECHNOLOGY

FZE

للتكنولوجيا م م حالمثلث الذهبي Sweden

JAFZA Golden Vit FZCO الفت الذهبي ش م ح Turkey

JAFZA Goldiran General Trading FZCO غولديران للتجارة العامة ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Golfina Trading Middle East جولفينا تريدنج ميدل إيست Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Golina Food FZE جولينا فود م م ح Tunisia

JAFZA GOMA MIDDLE EAST FZE جوما ميدل ايست م م ح India

JAFZA Gonda General Trading FZE غوندا للتجارة العامة م م ح Lebanon

JAFZA Goodram Middle East FZCO جودرام ميدل ايست ش م ح Poland

JAFZA Goodrich Middle East DWC-LLC

Dubai Branch

جودريتش ميدل ايست دي دبليو

سي ش ذ م م فرع دبي India

JAFZA Goody Middle East FZE قودي الشرق األوسط م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Goodyear Dunlop Tyres UK

(Branch)

جوديير دنلوب تايرز يو كيه

)فرع( United

Kingdom

JAFZA Goodyear Middle East FZE كوديير الشرق األوسط م م ح United States

Of America

JAFZA Gorenje Gulf FZE جورينجي الخليج م م ح Austria

JAFZA Gorman Rupp Middle East FZE قورمان رب ميدل ايست م م ح Germany

JAFZA Gourmet Seafood Solutions FZCO غورميت سيفود سولوشنز ش م

ح India

JAFZA GOWell Oilfield Technology FZE غوويل اويلفيلد تكنولوجي م م ح China

JAFZA GPA Middle East FZE جي بي ايه ميدل ايست م م ح South Korea

JAFZA GPS Group FZCO جي بيه اس جروب ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA GPT FZCO جيب بيه تي ش م ح Germany

JAFZA GRAND LAND PULSES FZCO جراند الند بلسيس ش م ح Kuwait

JAFZA GRAND OCEAN FZE جراند اوشين م م ح China

JAFZA Grand Phoenix Trading FZE جراند فينيكس تريدنغ م م ح India

JAFZA Grand Technology FZCO جراند تكنولوجي ش م ح Canada

JAFZA Grand Tools FZE لز م م حجراند تو Iran

JAFZA GRAND UNION TRADING FZCO االتحاد الكبرى للتجارة ش م ح Jordan

JAFZA Grand Unique FZE جراند يونيك م م ح Iran

JAFZA Granite Wellbore Technical FZE جرانيت ويلبور تكنيكال م م ح China

JAFZA GRAPPLE TECH FZCO جرابل تك ش م ح Switzerland

JAFZA Grassroots Innovations FZE جراسروتس لالبتكارات م م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Grayloc Products M. E. غريلوك برودكتس الشرق

االوسط United

Kingdom

JAFZA Greatwall Drilling (Middle East)

Branch

جريت وول دريلينج )ميدل

إيست ( فرع China

JAFZA Green Beans Coffee SWA FZCO غرين بينز كوفي سوا ش م ح United States

Of America

JAFZA Green Building Material Trading

FZE

جرين بيلدينج ماتيريال تريدينج م

م ح Australia

JAFZA Green Commodities FZCO جرين كوميديتيز ش م ح Turkey

JAFZA GREEN CREST INDUSTRIES FZCO جرين كرست للصناعات ش م ح Pakistan

JAFZA Green Desert FZCO جرين ديزرت ش م ح Italy

JAFZA ُ Green Eerth Trading FZCO جرين ايرث للتجاره ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Green Gate International FZCO غرين غيت انترناشيونال ش م ح Afghanistan

JAFZA Green Gate Trading FZE البوابة الخضراء للتجارة م م ح Afghanistan

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JAFZA Green IT جرين اي تي Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Green Light International FZE جرين اليت انترناشيونال م م ح Nigeria

JAFZA Green Line Communication FZE جرين الين كوميونيكيشن م م ح Jordan

JAFZA Green Mountain Trading FZCO الجبل االخضر للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Green Pepper Restaurant FZCO مطعم جرين بيبر ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Green Road FZCO الطريق األخضر ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Green Technology FZE جرين تكنولوجي م م ح Russia

JAFZA Green Tower Cafe (Branch) )جرين تاور كافيه )فرع United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Greenbay Trading جرينبي التجارية Oman

JAFZA Greencore FZCO غرينكور ش م ح Turkey

JAFZA GreenGood Eco-Tech FZCO تك ش م ح-غرينغود اكو China

JAFZA Greenheck Middle East FZE لشرق األوسط م م حجرين هيك ا United States

Of America

JAFZA Greenleaf Venture FZE جرين ليف فينتير م م ح Malaysia

JAFZA Greenline Interiors FZCO الخط األخضر للتصاميم الداخلية

ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Greenline Yacht Interiors FZCO وت ش غرين الين لديكور اليخ

م ح Syria

JAFZA Griffin International جريفين الدولية Yemen

JAFZA Griffith Laboratories Worldwide,

Inc.

جريفيت البوراتوريز وورلد

وايد انك United States

Of America

JAFZA Griffon Aerospace Middle East

FZCO

غريفون ايروسبيس الشرق

االوسط ش م ح France

JAFZA Grills & Spices جريلز أند سبايسيز United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Group Internal Auditing and TEC إداة التدقيق الداخلي للمجموعة United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Group One Gulf غروب ون الخليج Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Grundfos Gulf Distribution FZE غراندفوس الخليج للتوزيع م م

ح Denmark

JAFZA GS Global Corp. (Middle East

Branch)

شركة جي اس غلوبل )فرع

الشرق األوسط( South Korea

JAFZA GSH (Middle East) Pte Ltd جي اس اتش ميدل ايست بيه تي

ئي ليمتد Singapore

JAFZA GSL Pro Middle East FZCO برو ميدل ايست ش م جي اس ال

ح United States

Of America

JAFZA GSP Machinery Trading FZE جي اس بي ماشينري ترادينج م

م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA GSPAG Granite Stone Progress

FZE

جي اس بيه اية جي جرانيت

ستون بروجرس م م ح Germany

JAFZA GTA PARTNERS FZCO ايه بارتنيرز ش م ح جي تي Japan

JAFZA GTD Middle East FZE جي تي دي ميدل ايست م م ح China

JAFZA GTECH FZE جي تك م م ح India

JAFZA GTM-Gulf Trading And

Manufacturing FZCO

جي تي أم الخـليج للتجارة

والتصنيع ش م ح Germany

JAFZA GUANGLI HEAVY INDUSTRY FZCO وانجلي هيفي اندستري ش م حك China

JAFZA Guardian Global Technologies

Middle East FZE

جارديان العالمية لتكنولوجيا

الشرق االوسط م م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Guelize General Trading FZE جيليز للتجارة العامة م م ح France

JAFZA Gujarat Co-Operative Milk

Marketing Federation Limited

مجموعة كوجرات التعاونية

لتسويق الحليب المحدودة India

JAFZA Gulbahar Tobacco International

FZE

كولبهار توباكو انترناشيونال م م

ح Bulgaria

JAFZA Gulf Advanced Lighting (L.L.C.) )جلف أدفانسد اليتنج )ذ.م.م United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf African FZE الخليج األفريقي م م ح Virgin Islands

(U.S.)

JAFZA Gulf Agency Company Limited شركة وكالة الـخليج الـمحـدودة Liechtenstein

JAFZA Gulf Aglow Led Lighting FZCO جلف اغلو ليد ليتنغ ش م ح India

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JAFZA Gulf Agri Trade FZCO تريد ش م ح جلف اجري Iran

JAFZA GULF ANALYTICS - FZE م م ح -جلف انااليتيكس United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Application Engineering And

Packaging FZE

الخليج للتطبيق الهندسي و

التغليف م م ح France

JAFZA Gulf Arab Food Americana شركة الخليج العربي لالغذية

اناامريك Kuwait

JAFZA Gulf Asia General Trading FZCO جلف اسيا جنيرال تريدنج ش م

ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Gulf Autoparts Trading FZE جلف أوتوبارتس تريدينغ م.م.ح Spain

JAFZA Gulf Beverages FZE جلف بفرييجز م م ح Australia

JAFZA Gulf Business Machines للحاسبات اآللية )قسم الخليج

الحاسب اآللي الشخصي( Bahrain

JAFZA Gulf Business Relations FZCO جلف بزنس ريالشنـز ش م ح Ukraine

JAFZA Gulf Carpet International FZE الخليج العالمية للسجاد م م ح Saudi Arabia

JAFZA Gulf Cutlery Industries FZCO ش م ح جلف لصناعة السكاكين United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf D. T. H. LDC جـلف دي تي اتـش ال دي سي Kuwait

JAFZA Gulf Development Systems

Limited

India أنظمة الخليج لالنماء المحدودة

JAFZA Gulf Distribution Management

FZCO

جلف دستربيوشن منجمنت ش م

ح Iran

JAFZA Gulf Drilling Supply FZE جلف دريلينج سبالي م م ح Azerbaijan

JAFZA Gulf Environment & Waste FZE جلف انفايرنمنت اند ويست م م

ح Kuwait

JAFZA Gulf Evertech FZCO إفرتك الخليجية ش م ح Egypt

JAFZA Gulf Feed Mill Company شركة أعالف الخليج United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Fencing Industry الخليج لصناعة السياج United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Ferrous Resources جلف فيروس ريسورسز United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Fire Fighting Equipments FZE الخليج لمعدات مكافحة الحريق م

م ح India

JAFZA Gulf First Shipping & Logistics

(L.L.C) (Branch)

جلف فيرست للشحن واألمداد

)ش.ذ.م.م( )فرع( India

JAFZA GULF FITNESS CENTER جلف فيتنيس سنتر United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Flavours & Food Ingredients

FZCO

جلف فلفورز اند فود انقريدينز

ش م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Gulf Food Industries Company

(California Garden).

الشركة الخليجية للصناعات

الغذائية ) كاليفورنيا جاردن( Kuwait

JAFZA Gulf Foundations أساسات الخليج United

Kingdom

JAFZA Gulf Gas & Energy FZE الخليج للغاز و الطاقة م م ح Egypt

JAFZA Gulf Geophysics FZCO يكز ش م حجلف جيوفيس China

JAFZA Gulf Green Tech FZE جلف غرين تيك م م ح Iran

JAFZA Gulf Imports & Exports Company شركة الخليج لالستيراد

والتصدير United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Industrial Supply FZE الخليج الصناعية لإلمدادات م م

ح France

JAFZA Gulf Industrial Water FZCO جلف اندستريال ووتر ش م ح Germany

JAFZA Gulf Inject (L.L.C.) )شركة جلف انجيكت ) ذ. م. م United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Integral Solutions FZCO جلف انتيجريت سلوشنز ش م ح Venezuela

JAFZA Gulf Jewel Commercial Agencies

FZCO

كاالت التجارية جوهرة الخليج للو

ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Gulf Laboratory Services خدمات الخليج للمختبرات United States

Of America

JAFZA Gulf Legumes Company شركة الخليج للبقوليات United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA GULF LINE HEAVY EQUIPMENT

MACHINERY TRADING FZE

ت جلف الين هيفي اكويبمن

ميشينيري تريدينج م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Line International Limited جلف الين انترناشيونال ليمتد Virgin Islands,

British

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JAFZA Gulf Lingtop FZCO جلف الينجتوب ش م ح China

JAFZA Gulf Machine FZE جلف ماشين م م ح Iran

JAFZA Gulf Machinery FZE جلف ماشينري م م ح Kenya

JAFZA Gulf Mauser جلف ماوسر Jordan

JAFZA Gulf Medical Instruments FZE جلف ميديكال انسترومينتز م م ح France

JAFZA Gulf Metal Craft G.M.C (L.L.C) معادن الخليج الفنية جي ام سي

)ش.ذ.م.م( Austria

JAFZA Gulf Navigation Group FZCO مجموعة الخليج للمالحة ش م

ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Nut Trading FZE خليج الجوز للتجارة م م ح Libya

JAFZA Gulf Ocean Electrical Trading

FZCO

جلف اوشن لتجارة الكترونيات

ش.م.ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf OceanBridge Trading FZCO ف اوشن بريدج تريدنغ ش م جل

ح Kuwait

JAFZA Gulf Oil & Gas FZE نفط وغاز الخليج م م ح Panama

JAFZA Gulf Oil Middle East Limited (Jebel

Ali Branch)

جلف أويل ميدل ايست ليمتد

)فرع جبل علي( Cayman

Islands

JAFZA GULF OIL TANKING FZE جلف أويل تانكينغ م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Pacific FZE جلف باسفيك م م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Gulf Packaging Industry (.L.L.C.) .مصنع الخليج للتغليف ) ش. ذ

م. م ( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Paper Manufacturing FZCO الخليج لصناعة الورق ش م ح Kuwait

JAFZA Gulf Pearl Group Trading FZCO مجموعة درة الخليج للتجارة

ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA Gulf Pearl International FZE جلف بيرل انترناشيونال م م ح China

JAFZA GULF PEC TRADING FZE جلف بيك تريدنغ م م ح China

JAFZA Gulf Perlite Products FZE جلف بيراليت برودكتس م م ح Greece

JAFZA Gulf Petro Gas بتروغاز الخليج Saudi Arabia

JAFZA Gulf Petrochem Middle East FZE جلف بتروجم ميدل ايست م م ح India

JAFZA GULF PLASTIC FZE الخليج للبالستيك م م ح Iran

JAFZA Gulf Polymers FZE الخليج بوليمرز م م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Gulf Ports International FZCO موانىء الخليج العالمية ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Refining Company شركة جلف ريفاننغ Netherlands

JAFZA Gulf Scientific Corporation شركة الخليج العلمية Jordan

JAFZA Gulf Seafood (L.L.C.) الخليج لآلكالت البحرية

م()ش.ذ.م. United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Shipchandlers (L.L.C.) الخليج لتموين وخدمات البواخر

) ذ.م. م ( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Solvents Trading FZCO شركة جلف سولفنتس التجارية

ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Gulf Sondex FZCO جلف سوندكس ش م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Sources FZCO جلف سورسز ش م ح Hong Kong

JAFZA Gulf Status Trading FZE جلف ستاتس تريدنج م م ح Kazakhstan

JAFZA Gulf Steel Strands FZE جلف ستيل ستراندز م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulf Steel Supply FZCO ش م حالخليج لتجهيز الفوالذ Germany

JAFZA Gulf Tableware Manufacturing

FZCO

الخليج لصناعة ادوات المائدة ش

م ح Jordan

JAFZA Gulf Tex Machine FZCO جلف تكس ماشين ش م ح Pakistan

JAFZA Gulf Trade Link FZCO جلف تريد لينك ش م ح Jordan

JAFZA Gulf Turk Trading FZCO ارة ش م حجلف تورك للتج Turkey

JAFZA Gulf Walling FZCO جلف وولينغ ش م ح Australia

JAFZA Gulf Well Solutions FZCO جلف ويل سلوشن ش م ح India

JAFZA Gulf Worldwide Bearings FZE جلف وورلدوايد بييرنجز م م ح India

JAFZA Gulf Worldwide Distribution FZE تربيوشن م م جلف وورلدوايد دس

ح India

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JAFZA Gulf Worldwide Logistics (L.L.C.) جلف وورلدوايد لوجستكس

)ش.ذ.م.م( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulfimex FZCO جلفيمكس ش م ح Kazakhstan

JAFZA GulfNav Ship Management FZE جلف ناف إلدارة السفن م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gulfree Global Development FZCO مجموعة جلفري العالمية

للتطوير ش م ح Saudi Arabia

JAFZA Gulfship FZE سفينة الخليج م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Gundlach Packaging DMCC Dubai

Branch

غوندلتش باكيجينغ م.د.م.س فرع

دبى United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA G-Union International Co. يونيون -شركة جي

إنترناشيونال Iran

JAFZA SDC FZE إس دي سي م م ح Russia

JAFZA SDC International اس دي سي العالمية France

JAFZA SDV UAE (LLC) (BRANCH) ) أس دي في أ. ع. م ) شّ ذ م م

) فرع United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA SEA BORDERS FZE الحدود البحرية م م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Sea Bridge FZE سي بردج م م ح Lebanon

JAFZA Sea Hawk International (LLC)

Branch

صقور البحر العالمية )ش.م.م(

فرع United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA SEA PRINCE CLEARING &

SHIPPING CO (L.L.C) (BRANCH)

ر للتخليص شركة امير البحا

والشحن (ذ.م.م) (فرع) United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Sea Shell Marine Engineering Co. شركة سي شل مارين انجينرنج Iran

JAFZA Sea Shell Middle East FZCO سى شيل ميدل ايست ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Sea Stallion FZE سي استاليون م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Sea Trans Corp FZE سي ترانس كورب م م ح Uzbekistan

JAFZA Seaalk International FZCO سيالك انترناشيونال ش م ح Iran

JAFZA SEABORNE EXPRESS (LLC)

(BRANCH)

شيبون اكسبريس

)ش.ذ.م.م()فرع( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Seabrook Marine International ن الدوليةسيبروك ماري United

Kingdom

JAFZA Seafarer Restaurant سيفارير رستورانت United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Seafood International One FZCO سيفود انترناشيونال وان ش م ح Thailand

JAFZA Seafood International Two FZCO سيفود انترناشيونال تو ش م ح Saudi Arabia

JAFZA SeAH Steel Middle East Office سياه للحديد مكتب الشرق

األوسط South Korea

JAFZA SEALWELD CORPORATION سيلويلد كوربوريشن Canada

JAFZA Seaway International FZCO سي واي انترناشيونال ش م ح India

JAFZA Seaworks FZE سي وركس م م ح New Zealand

JAFZA Sebang Global Battery Co سيبانغ جلوبال باتري كو South Korea

JAFZA Seco Tools سيكو توولس Sweden

JAFZA Segmo International Limited سيغمو العالمية المحدودة Greece

JAFZA Select Restaurant & Mini Market مطعم وبقالة سيليكت United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Selected Seeds سلكتد سيدس Australia

JAFZA Selector Trading FZE سليكتور للتجارة م م ح Iran

JAFZA Selftech Worldwide Ltd. سيلفتك وورلدوايد لمتد Iran

JAFZA Selkar Trading FZE سيلكار للتجارة م م ح Turkey

JAFZA SELT Marine Middle East FZCO سلت مرين ميدل ايست ش م ح Kuwait

JAFZA SEMAF TRADING FZE سيماف للتجارة م م ح Egypt

JAFZA Semaphore Group Ltd. مجموعة سيمافور المحدودة Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Sem-Co FZE كو م م ح -سم Germany

JAFZA Semhar Trading FZCO سيمهار للتجارة ش م ح Eritrea

JAFZA Sendan International FZCO سندان الدولية ش م ح South Korea

JAFZA Senko Advanced Components

(MENA) FZCO

سنكو أدفانسد كومبونينتس

)مينا( ش م ح United

Kingdom

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Arabic

Shareholder

%

ShareHolder

nationality

JAFZA Senora Trading Company شركة سينورا للتجارة Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Sensa Homecare FZE ر م م حسنسا هوم كي United States

Of America

JAFZA Sentrus International FZE سنتروس انترناشيونال م م ح United States

Of America

JAFZA Sephora Middle East FZE سيفورا ميديل ايست م م ح Switzerland

JAFZA Seralco FZCO. سيرالكو ش م ح Iran

JAFZA Sercel Dubai يرسيل دبيس France

JAFZA SERGAZY TRADING FZE سيرجيزي تريدينج م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Serial I Tech ME Pte سيريل آي تك ام اي بي تي اي Virgin Islands,

British

JAFZA Servex (M.E.) Limited )سيرفيكس )الشرق األوسط

المحدودة Taiwan

JAFZA Servomax International FZE سيرفوماكس انترناشيونال م م ح India

JAFZA SERVOTECH SHIPPING AND

LOGISTICS LLC (BRANCH)

سيرفوتيك شيبينج اند

لوجيستيكس ش ذ م م (فرع) United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA SES Smart Energy Solutions FZCO اس إي اس سمارت انرجي

سوليوشنز ش م ح Lebanon

JAFZA Setit Trading FZCO ستيت للتجارة ش م ح Eritrea

JAFZA SETS FZCO سيتس ش م ح Lebanon

JAFZA Seven Emirates Investment L.L.C

(Branch)

سفن اميرتس لالستثمار ش.ذ.م.م

)فرع( United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Seven Emirates Investment L.L.C

(Branch) 2

يرتس لالستثمار ش ذ م سفن ام

2ح فرع United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Seven Hills Impex FZCO سفن هيلز إمبكس ش م ح India

JAFZA Seven Seas Corporation Ltd البحارالسبع كوربوريشن

المحدودة United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Severn Glocon FZE سيفرن جلوكون م م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Severn Gulf FZCO سيفيرن جلف ش م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Severn Valve Solutions FZCO سيفرن فالف سليوشن ش م ح Ireland

JAFZA SEW EURODRIVE FZE سيو يورودرايف م م ح Germany

JAFZA Sffeco Global FZE سفيكو جلوبال م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA SGB International FZE اس جي بي انترناشيونال م م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA SGE Power FZE إس جي ئي باور م م ح United States

Of America

JAFZA SGS Gulf Limited. أس جي أس جلف ليمتد Switzerland

JAFZA SGS MIDDLE EAST FZE اس جي اس ميدل ايست م م ح Switzerland

JAFZA SGS Near East FZCO اس جي اس نير ايست ش م ح Switzerland

JAFZA Shaaban Brothers FZCO شعبان برذرز ش م ح United States

Of America

JAFZA Shabeeb Al Ghurery General

Trading FZE

شبيب الغريري جنرال تريدنج م

م ح Saudi Arabia

JAFZA Shacman FZE اكمان م م حش China

JAFZA Shafa Al Nahdah Building

Contracting (LLC) Branch

شفا النهضة لمقاوالت البناء

)ش.ذ.م.م.( فرع United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Shafa International Construction

FZCO

شركة شفا انترناشيونال

كونستركشن ش م ح Yemen

JAFZA Shafaq International FZE شفق انترناشيونال م م ح Azerbaijan

JAFZA Shafek & Zeki Trading FZCO شفيق وزكي للتجارة ش م ح Iraq

JAFZA SHAHG TRADING FZE شاج تريدنغ م م ح Pakistan

JAFZA Shahin International Trading

FZCO

Iran شاهين للتجارة العالمية ش م ح

JAFZA Shahinat FZCO شاحنات ش م ح United

Kingdom

JAFZA Shahjee Trading FZE شاهجي تريدنغ م م ح Pakistan

JAFZA Shahriyar Trading FZCO شهريار تريدنج ش م ح India

JAFZA Shaiman Trading FZE شايمان تريدنغ م م ح Algeria

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Arabic

Shareholder

%

ShareHolder

nationality

JAFZA Shakar Trading FZCO شكر تريدنغ ش م ح Syria

JAFZA Shaksy International FZCO شقصي الدولية ش م ح Oman

JAFZA SHAMALI PARTS DISTRIBUTION -

FZCO

ش -شمالي بارتس ديستريبوشن

م ح United Arab

Emirates

JAFZA Shams Al Gufran Trading FZE شمس الغفران للتجارة م م ح Iraq

JAFZA Shams Al Sahra FZCO م ح شمس الصحراء ش Azerbaijan

JAFZA Shams Company Limited. شركة شمس المحدودة United

Kingdom

JAFZA Shams FZCO شامس ش م ح Bulgaria

JAFZA Shandong Tobacco Middle East

General Trading FZE

شاندونغ توباكو ميدل ايست

جنرال تريدنغ م م ح China

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CHILE

Documento: WT/TPR/S/338

Informe de la Secretaría:

I) 3.3.5 Política de competencia y controles de precios

3.3.5.1 Política de competencia Párrafo 3.89. La Ley de Competencia establece los objetivos básicos de protección y fomento de la competencia y de mantenimiento de un mercado competitivo que se rija por los mecanismos del

mercado. En cambio, la Ley no se aplica a: The Law of Competition establishes the basic aims of protection and promotion of the competition

and of maintenance of a competitive market that is ruled by the mechanisms of the market. On the other hand, the Law does not apply itself to:

algunos sectores que se rigen por leyes o reglamentos específicos, como es el caso de las telecomunicaciones, los servicios financieros, las actividades culturales, el petróleo y el gas, la producción y distribución de productos farmacéuticos, los servicios postales, la producción, distribución y transmisión de electricidad y agua, los servicios

medioambientales y los servicios de transporte, entre otros;

Some sectors that are ruled by laws or specific regulations, as is the case of telecommunications,

the financial services, the cultural activities, oil and gas, production and distribution of pharmaceutical products, postal services, production, distribution and transmission of electricity and water, environmental services and services of transport, among others;

los actos realizados por el Gobierno Federal o los gobiernos locales, o los actos realizados

por empresas con arreglo a la autoridad del Gobierno Federal o de un gobierno local (incluidos los actos de empresas que sean propiedad o estén bajo el control del Gobierno

Federal o de un gobierno local, de conformidad con las normas establecidas por el Gabinete); y

the acts realized by the Federal Government or the local governments, or the acts realized by companies in accordance with the authority of the Federal Government or of a local government (including the acts of companies that are a property or be under the control of the Federal

Government or of a local government, in conformity with the procedure established by the Cabinet; and Small and medium companies

las pequeñas y medianas empresas.

Párrafo 3.89: menciona que EAU excluye de la aplicación de la Ley de Competencia algunos sectores que se rigen por leyes o reglamentos específicos, los actos realizados por el Gobierno

Federal o los gobiernos locales, o los actos realizados por empresas con arreglo a la autoridad del Gobierno Federal o de un gobierno local y las pequeñas y medianas empresas.

It mentions that it excludes UAE from the application of the Law of Competition, some sectors that are ruled by laws or specific regulations, the acts realized by the Federal Government or the local governments, or the acts realized by companies in accordance with the authority of the Federal Government or of a local government and the small and medium companies.

Pregunta 1: Chile agradecería que EAU explique las razones para excluir, de la aplicación de la Ley de Competencia, los actos realizados por el Gobierno Federal o los gobiernos locales, o los

actos realizados por empresas con arreglo a la autoridad del Gobierno Federal o de un Gobierno local y las pequeñas y medianas empresas.

Chile would be grateful if the UAE could explain the reasons for excluding from the application of the Law of Competition, the acts realized by the Federal Government or the local governments, or

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the acts realized by companies in accordance with the authority of the Federal Government or of a local Government and the small and medium companies. Answer 1.

The general system of the competition law regulates competition in the local market. With regard

to the exceptions for some sectors, the reason is the specific features of each sector which are regulated through the concerned entities, such as telecom services and financial services. There

are other sectors which are exempted for constitutional reasons, such as the sectors of petrol and gas, there are other exemptions in some sectors regulated by the Government like water and electricity.

II) 3.1.7 Medidas antidumping, compensatorias y de salvaguardia

Measured anti-dumping, compensation and safeguard Párrafo 3.37. En virtud de la Ley Común modificada:

Pursuant to the Common modified Law

el Comité Ministerial es el órgano competente para preparar el Reglamento de aplicación de

la Ley común y adoptar las decisiones relativas a la imposición, modificación o suspensión definitiva de medidas comerciales especiales, entre otras tareas;

The Ministerial Committee is the competent entity in charge of preparing the Regulation of application of the Common Law and adopting the decisions relevant to the imposition, modification or definitive suspension of commercial special measures, among other tasks ;

el Comité Permanente, integrado por funcionarios de los Estados miembros, se encarga,

entre otras funciones, de imponer medidas provisionales y compromisos relativos a los

precios, así como de hacer recomendaciones al Comité Ministerial respecto a la imposición

o modificación de medidas definitivas; y The Permanent Committee integrated (repaid) by civil servants of the member states, is

responsible for, among other functions, imposing provisional measures and commitments relevant to the prices, as well as making recommendations to the Ministerial Committee with regard to the imposition or modification of definitive measures; and

la Oficina de la Secretaría Técnica contra las prácticas perjudiciales en el comercio

internacional, dependiente de la Secretaría del CCG, tiene entre otras responsabilidades la de aplicar las decisiones del Comité Ministerial y el Comité Permanente; prestar servicios

de consultoría y apoyo técnico a los productores y exportadores de los países del CCG que sean objeto de investigaciones en otros países relativas a dumping, subvenciones o salvaguardias; recibir las reclamaciones; y realizar investigaciones.

The Office of the Technical Secretariat against harmful practices in international trade, dependent on the Secretariat of the CCG, has, among other responsibilities, applying the

decisions of the Ministerial Committee and the Permanent Committee; providing services of consultancy and technical support to the producers and exporters of the countries of the CCG who are an subject to investigations in other countries as concerns dumping, subsidies or safeguards; receiving claims; and conducting investigations.

Pregunta 2: El párrafo 3.37 describe las funciones del Comité Ministerial, el Comité Permanente y la Oficina de la Secretaría Técnica contra las prácticas perjudiciales en el comercio internacional.

Respecto de los dos primeros. Chile agradecería que EAU entregue información sobre qué Ministerios forman parte de estos Comités, o en su defecto, aclare las instituciones a las cuales

representan los funcionarios que los componen.

Paragraph 3.37 describes the functions of the Ministerial Committee, the Permanent Committee and the Office of the Technical Secretariat against harmful practices in international trade. Respect of both first ones. Chile would be grateful if the UAE could provide information about which

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Departments are a part of these Committees, or in in case not, clarify the institutions which

represent the civil servants who compose them. Answer.2.

UAE would like to clarify that the permanent committe is composed of Assistant Undersecretaries of the Industrial Department at the Ministeries of Economy or Industry and Trade of the GCC Countries. In the UAE the Assistant Undersecretary for the Industrial Sector at the Ministry of

Economy is the Member representating UAE at the Permanent Committee. As regards the compostion of the Ministerial Committtee, UAE would like to clarify that this Committee is commonly called the GCC Industrial Committee which is composed of the Ministers

of Economy or Industry and Trade of the GCC Countries. In the UAE HE the Minister of Economy is the member representing UAE at the Ministerial Committee.

III) 3.3 Medidas que afectan a la producción y al comercio

Measures that affect production and trade 3.3.1 Normas y otras prescripciones técnicas

Procedure and other technical prescriptions Párrafo 3.59

Pregunta 3: Cuando los EAU notifican a la OMC los proyectos de reglamentos técnicos y procedimientos de evaluación de la conformidad bajo el Acuerdo OTC, cuál es el plazo

contemplado para la consulta pública y la entrada en vigencia? When the UAE notify to the WTO the projects of technical regulations and procedures of evaluation

of the conformity under the Agreement OTC, is which the term contemplated for the public

consultation and the entry in force Answer 3.

A Period of 60 days is given for comments, and up to one year for implementation. Párrafo 3.61

Pregunta 4: Chile agradecería que EAU dé información sobre las organizaciones internaciones de acreditación de las cuales es parte el Organismo de Normalización y Metrología de los Emiratos, ESMA.

Chile would be grateful that information about the organizations gives UAE internments of accreditation of which it is a part(report) the Organism(Organization) of Normalization and

Metrología of the Emiratos, ESMA. Answer 4.

ESMA is a member of ILAC, IAF and IHAF. Pregunta 5: Asimismo, Chile agradecería a EAU informar si el ESMA es miembro del International Accreditation Forum (IAF). Asimismo, agradecería a EAU dar información sobre de cuales

“Multilateral Recognition Arrangement – MLA”, son parte. Likewise, Chile would be grateful if the UAE could report if ESMA is a member of the International

Accreditation Forum (IAF). Likewise, Chile would be grateful for the UAE to provide information on

which "Multilateral Recognition Arrangement - MLA ", it is a member.

Answer 5 . The UAE is a member to IAF and in preperation to the Membership to the MLA.

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Pregunta 6: Chile agradecería a EAU, responder si el ESMA reconoce certificaciones extranjeras. Si es así, Chile agradecería se explique o se describa el mecanismo para tal efecto. Chile would be grateful for UAE to answer if ESMA recognizes foreign certifications. If it is the case, Chile would be grateful if the UAE could explain or describe the mechanism to that effect.

Answer 6. The UAE accepts the IECEE certificates, the CB certificates and the OIML certificates. Also , the

The UAE accepts certificates based on mutual recognition agreements signed with other countries. Párrafo 3.64 Pregunta 7: Respecto a las especificaciones técnicas en materia de etiquetado para el caso de

alimentos que hayan sido tratados con radiación ionizante, Chile agradecería a EAU informar si existe un reglamento técnico que establezca esta obligación. Asimismo Chile agradecería explicar los fundamentos o razones para el establecimiento de esta obligación.

Answer 7. The UAE applies the mandatory .standard number .9:2013 “ labeling of prepackaged food stuffs “

which states: “ The labelling of food which has been treated with ionizing radiation shall include a written statement indication such a treatment in close proximity to the food name. The use of International Food Irradiation Symbol, however, whenever declared on the label it shall be placed

in conjunction with the name of food“. Preguntas generales sobre la materia (no referidas a párrafos específicos):

Pregunta 8: Chile agradecería a EAU especificar si tienen disposiciones u obligaciones en materia de buenas prácticas regulatorias.

Chile would be grateful for UAE to specify if they have regulations or obligations as for good regulatory practices.

Answer 8. The UAE government applies the best practice method when it comes to draft legislations and regulations. The Cabinet requires for any proposed legislation or regulation to be submitted with a

study and best practices of the said legislation or regulation. Pregunta 9: Chile agradecería a EAU dar información sobre si se realizan evaluaciones de impacto

regulatorio y en qué contexto. Chile would be grateful for UAE to give information on if there are realized evaluations of regulative impact and in what context.

Chile would be grateful for UAE to provide information as to whether there are realized evaluations of regulatory impact and in which context.

Answer 9. It is of importance to carry assessment and evaluation for the regulations in cases where it defeats

its purposes, complaints by end users, not in compliance with the national strategies and if the regulation is not in compliance with commitments the country undertaken at the international level.

Pregunta 10: Chile agradecería a EAU dar información sobre el proceso de cómo se lleva a cabo la fiscalización de productos y si esta fiscalización se realiza en frontera o en el mercado.

Chile would be grateful for UAE to provide information about the process of how the taxation of products is carried out and if this taxation is realized across the border or on the market.

Answer 10. The inspection is carried on the border.

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IV)

3.3 Medidas que afectan a la producción y al comercio 3.3.2 Prescripciones sanitarias y fitosanitarias

Párrafo 3.68. Pregunta 11: Respecto a las inspecciones de productos, Chile agradecería a EAU explicar si estas se realizan en frontera o en el mercado. Asimismo agradecería entregar información y/o describir

el funcionamiento del proceso. With regard to the inspections of products, Chile would be grateful for UAE to explain if these are realized across the border or on the market. Likewise Chile would be grateful to receive

information and/or to describe the functioning of the process. Answer 11.

At the point of entry, the shipment of food is inspected by the Municipality office at the border prior to entry to the market.

Preguntas generales sobre la materia (no referidas a párrafos específicos): Pregunta 12: Chile agradecería a EAU responder, y entregar información en el caso de que la respuesta sea afirmativa, si existe algún un mecanismo de coordinación interinstitucional para tratar las materias MSF.

Chile would be grateful for UAE to answer, and provide information in case the response is affirmative, if there exists some mechanism of interinstitutional coordination to treat the matters

MSF. Answer 12.

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment is the SPS Focal Point for UAE and responsible for the implementation of the SPS agreement in full coordination with the local governments and other stakeholders. The Ministry is also responsible for the feedback analysis after the collection of the

comments of all concerned entities.

Pregunta 13: Chile agradecería a EAU responder, y entregar información en el caso de que la respuesta sea afirmativa, si existe un mecanismo para llevar a cabo la coordinación con el sector

privado. Chile would be grateful for UAE to answer, and provide information in case the response is

affirmative, if a mechanism exists to carry out coordination with the private sector. Answer 13. Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has open communication channels with the private

sector on all matters. In addition to that, the ministry on its website provides for various electronic services to facilitate the private sector business. Furthermore the Ministry publishes the proposed drafts of legislation in order to collect notes, comments and suggestions from private

sector and all concerned stakeholders. Pregunta 14: Chile agradecería a EAU explicar cómo funciona la aprobación/autorización de

productos bajo el ámbito MSF. Chile would be grateful for UAE to explain how the approval / authorization of products work within the area MSF.

Answer 14. The approval and requirements of all SPS related matters are regulated under the ministry of

climate change and environment.

V)

4.3.2.2 Compromisos en el marco de la OMC Párrafo 4.99: señala que los compromisos asumidos por los EAU con arreglo al AGCS incluyen reservas con respecto al acceso a los mercados en el caso de presencia comercial, en que se requiere una oficina de representación o la constitución de una sociedad con arreglo a la

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legislación de los EAU y una participación extranjera en el capital social del 49% como máximo, y reservas con respecto al trato nacional que impiden a los extranjeros adquirir bienes raíces, permiten un régimen de tributación diferencial para los extranjeros o las empresas con participación extranjera y prevén la posibilidad de prestar servicios subvencionados

exclusivamente a nacionales de los EAU.

Paragraph 4.99. indicates that the commitments assumed by the UAE in accordance with the AGCS

include reservations with regard to the access to the markets in case of commercial presence, in which there is a need for an office of representation or the establishment of a company in accordance with the legislation of the UAE and a foreign participation in the share capital of 49 % at the maximum, and you reserve with regard to the national treatment that real estate prevents

foreigners from acquiring, they allow a regime of differential taxation for the foreigners or the companies with foreign participation and foresee the possibility of giving services subsidized exclusively to natives of the UAE.

Pregunta 15: Chile agradecería a los EAU indicar si existe alguna iniciativa o intención que busque eliminar esas restricciones, o asumir mayores compromisos, o si en el contexto de un

Acuerdo Comercial, los EAU asumen mayores compromisos frente a sus socios comerciales. Chile would be grateful for the UAE to indicate if there exists some initiative or intention to eliminate these restrictions, or to assume major commitments, or if in the context of a Commercial

Agreement, the UAE assume major commitments opposite to its commercial partners. Answer 15.

At the multilateral level, The UAE is a strong supporter for the liberalisation of the Trade in general and in this regard the UAE has submitted its conditional initial services offer in the context of DDA which covers the relaxation of foreign equity in a number of services sectors. As for the bilateral

free trade agreements, The UAE and within the context of the GCC has signed FTAs with Singapore and EFTA states where trade in services commitments gone beyond the commitments in WTO.

VI)

4.3.3 Telecomunicaciones Párrafo 4.106: señala que los EAU no contrajeron compromisos relativos al sector de las telecomunicaciones en el marco del AGCS.

Paragraph 4.106: indicates that the UAE did not contract commitments relevant to the sector of the telecommunications in the frame of the AGCS.

Pregunta 16: Chile agradecería a los EAU indicar si en el contexto de un Acuerdo Comercial, los EAU asumen mayores compromisos frente a sus socios comerciales en el sector de telecomunicaciones.

Chile would be grateful for the UAE to indicate if in the context of a Trade Agreement, the UAE assume major commitments opposite to its commercial partners in the sector of

telecommunications. Answer 16.

The UAE has submitted its conditional initial services offer in the context of DDA which covers the relaxation of foreign equity in a number of services sectors. As for the liberalisation of any services sector within the frame of the bilateral free trade agreements depends on the negotiations and the interest of the parties.

VII) 4.3.4 Transporte

Párrafo 4.118: señala que los EAU no incluyeron ningún sector de transporte en su Lista de compromisos en el marco del AGCS.

Paragraph 4.118: indicates that the UAE did not include any sector of transport in its List of commitments within the frame of the AGCS. Pregunta 17: Chile agradecería a los EAU indicar si en el contexto de un Acuerdo Comercial, los

EAU asumen mayores compromisos frente a sus socios comerciales en el sector de transporte.

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Chile would be grateful for the UAE to indicate if in the context of a Trade Agreement, the UAE

assume major commitments opposite to its commercial partners in the sector of transport. Answer 17.

The UAE has submitted its conditional initial services offer in the context of DDA which covers the relaxation of foreign equity in a number of services sectors. As for the liberalisation of any services sector within the frame of the bilateral free trade agreements depends on the negotiations and the

interest of the parties. VIII) 2.4 Régimen de inversión

Párrafo 2.59: establece que “en julio de 2015 el Gabinete aprobó, entre otras resoluciones, una nueva Ley de Quiebras. Al reducir la incertidumbre de las actuales leyes federales en la materia, esta Ley permitirá liberar un mayor volumen de inversión extranjera. Uno de los elementos

fundamentales del nuevo proyecto de ley es la despenalización de la emisión de cheques sin fondos. Esta medida, al proporcionar a las empresas emprendedoras una mayor protección en caso de fracaso empresarial, fomentará su desarrollo”

It establishes that "in July, 2015 the Cabinet approved, among other resolutions, a new Law of Bankruptcies. On having reduced the uncertainty of the current federal laws in the matter, this Law will allow to liberate a major volume of foreign investment. One of the fundamental elements

of the new project of law is the legalization (decriminalization) of the emission of bad checks. This measure, on having provided to the enterprising companies a major protection in case of managerial failure, will promote its development "

Pregunta 18: Chile agradecería a los EAU indicar cuáles son las consecuencias, tanto positivas como negativas, que puede tener la despenalización de la emisión de cheques sin fondo.

Chile would be grateful if the UAE could indicate what are the consequences, both positive and negative, which could stem from the decriminilization of the issue of bad checks.

Answer 18. The cabinet has not approved yet the Insolvency law. The draft law is currently under consultation process with the relevant parties.

Párrafo 2.57: señala que “Pueden ser titulares de derechos de mustaha durante un período de hasta 50 años (prorrogable por un período de igual duración) y firmar contratos de usufructo

(similares a los de arrendamiento) de propiedades situadas en las zonas de inversión durante un período de hasta 99 años. Tanto el derecho de usufructo como el derecho de mustaha son esencialmente formas de arrendamiento a largo plazo, con la diferencia fundamental de que el derecho de mustaha permite construir o desarrollar instalaciones dentro de la propiedad de un

tercero y el derecho de usufructo no. Pregunta 19: Chile agradecería que EAU explicara qué otras diferencias existen entre el derecho

de mustaha y el derecho de usufructo. Answer 19.

In accordance with Law No.5 of 1985 concerning civil transactions Article 1353 defines musataha as “a right in rem conferring upon the owner thereof the right to build a building or to plant on the land of another.” Thus, musataha is very similar to usufruct but grants an additional development right to the musataha holder.

The musataha holder can obtain financing against his musataha right by virtue of Article 1355 of the Civil Code.

The maximum term of a musataha is 50 years. Unless otherwise agreed, either party has the right

to terminate the musataha by two years prior notice in accordance with Article 1356 of the Civil

Code.

Article 1357 of the Civil Code permits the musataha holder to assign or transfer his musataha right

along with any improvements (such as a building built over the leased land) to a third party.

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Termination of the musataha occurs upon expiry of the musataha period as agreed between the parties. Similar to usufruct, if the musataha holder buys the leased property, the musataha will terminate. Unless agreed otherwise, payment default by the musataha holder for a period of two years is also considered a ground for termination.

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INDIA

Document –WT/TPR/G/338 Page 46-47, Paragraph – 3.3.2

Question: United Arab Emirates is requested to provide information on the SPS-based standards (maximum residual limits (MRLs) on the active ingredients (AI) in foods and feeds) which are aligned at two

levels; one International (Codex) and the second with EU’s MRL standard.

Table 1 Number of MRL Limit on Active Ingredients of UAE

Products of India's Export Interest Codex EU Variation in terms of

Count AI MRLs (CODEX and EU)

Barley, grain 38 43 5

Beet, sugar, root 32 38 6 Cardamom 1 10 9 Chickpea 34 249 215

Coconut 5 10 5 Coffee bean, green 3 16 13 Corn, grain 50 65 15

Cucumber 72 80 8 Cumin, seed 1 12 11 Garlic, bulb 16 62 46 Guar 10 114 104

Lentil 32 106 74 Mango 12 27 15 Milk 109 255 146

Mustard seed (oilseed ) 6 25 19

Mustard seed (spice ) 3 17 14 Nut, cashew 36 42 6

Nut, walnut, English (Persian) 45 50 5 Peanut 36 53 17 Pepper (spice) 1 10 9 Saffron 1 12 11

Sesame, seed 4 24 20 Soybean 47 130 83 Spearmint 8 44 36

Sugar cane 12 30 18 Tea, leaves 4 7 3 Turmeric, root 10 52 42

Count of Active Ingredients(AI) 628 1583 955

Source: Global MRLs database,(http://www.globalmrl.com/).

1. Is the information contained in the table above is correct? Information in the above table not related to the UAE MRLs, as UAE is harmonized with the Codex standards, it’s related to the European MRLs limit.

2. Did the UAE notify the harmonization effort with EU to the WTO under transparency provision of the SPS agreement? There is no harmonization with the EU, please refer to UAE standard # UAE.S CAC/MRL 1:2013. Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) for Pesticides in agricultural.

And food products, it is adoption of the CODEXS standard # CAC/MRL 1. 3. Were these additional 955 active ingredients restriction notified to the SPS Committee?

Question not valid, please refer to answer of Q1.

http://www.globalmrl.com/

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Document – WT/TPR/S/338 Page –47, Paragraph – 3.71

Background

In the period under review, the UAE concluded bilateral arrangements on SPS matters with the Republic of Korea, Ethiopia, Argentina, Uruguay, Poland, the Kingdom of Bahrain, Morocco, and

Sultanate of Oman.

Question: Could UAE provide details scope and coverage of these bilateral agreements?

These memorandums of understandings are of a general framework nature with a view to strengthen cooperation to facilitate cooperation and future trade for the interest of the parties on various aspects including; sustainability, researches, exchange of information and trades. That

memorandum of understandings should be available upon request through the official channels.

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MOROCCO

1. What are the main sectors and projects that contrbuite to build up a knowledge based economy in the UAE?

The UAE government has set the targeted sectors, which include, but not limited to: 1- Industry 2- Technology

3- Aerospace 4- Transportation 5- Healthcare 6- Education

7- Renewable energy For further details please visit http://www.vision2021.ae/.

http://www.vision2021.ae/

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JAPAN

Secretariat Report 1) The proposed amendment of the Anti-Counterfeiting Law has been deliberated since 2014, it

is reported that such proposed amendment has already passed the National Council. We would like to know the status of such amendment, including, if any, schedule of entry into force thereof. If possible, we would like to have the latest text of such amendment in English.

The Ministry of Economy has taken this issue into consideration when a new law on Anti Commercial Fraud law was formulated. The law in its Article (3) has stated clearly that Counterfeited goods will be destructed, with very clear differentiation in the treatment between the

counterfeited goods and those do not meet or match the standards. Also, Based on this article, executive regulations will issued on the destruction of the counterfeited goods. This is in compliance with The UAE commitments under TRIPS Agreement in WTO. The new law has been

approved and issued and we will provide Japan with a copy of the Law. 2) Some of Japanese companies that suffer from counterfeit products overseas have been

regularly conducting market raid actions against counterfeits in UAE and other Middle East countries. As one of the largest transit hub ports, UAE is also considered as one of the transit hubs of counterfeit products in the region. However, generally, Japanese companies often mention the limited number of customs seizure cases in UAE, considering its huge amount of freights. We

would like to know the policy and future plan on strengthening the border measure in UAE, in particular the latest treatment of passing cargoes containing counterfeit products which had generally been re-exported to the final destination.

Please refer to our reply to question 1. Moreover, the UAE has worked with different national agencies, international organizations, international customs administrations, as well as the private

sector to fight counterfeiting and illicit trade trafficking. The UAE is a major transit hub port and therefore ensures that the supply chain passing through the UAE is secure. Customs is entitled to

take measures at the border to prevent violations of IPRs both under the UAE’s IPR laws and customs regulations as well as have the right to seize and destroy illegal goods. The GCC is

reviewing the GCC Common Customs Law to include a new text on “Importation or Exportation of Fake or Counterfeit Goods” to the existing Article 143 pertaining to what is deems as smuggling.

3) With regard to the seized goods at the border, some Japanese companies mentioned that it had been shipped back to the country of origin. We would like to know your current approach to ensure the disposal instead of the “ship back”.

In reference to Article 145 of the GCC Common Customs Law the following penalties are given for smuggling prohibited goods (without prejudice to any higher penalty provided for in other regulations):

- A fine not less than the value of the goods, but not more than three times the value and an

imprisonment for not less than six months, but not to exceed three years or either of them.

- Confiscation of the means of transportation and the tools and materials used in smuggling, excluding public means of transportation, unless they are intended or hired for smuggling purposes, or imposing a fine equivalent to their value when goods are not seized.

- The penalty may be doubled if the offence is repeated. According to the issue of trade mark infringement the Trade Mark Law is fully implemented and the court in the criminal cases applies the articles 37 and 38 of the law and each case is treated on

its own merits and specificities and the penalty could go up to AED 100000 or imprisonment up to three years.

4) Especially in Dubai, Japanese companies generally mention that Dubai criminal court tends

to impose the low amount of penalty for IPR(trademark) infringement, regardless of size of infringement, seriousness and maliciousness of the infringer (We heard the amount of penalty

generally 5,000 DH, which is the statutory minimum in Trademark Law Article 37). Though this tendency may not apply to all cases, we would like to know the practice of calculating penalties for?

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Please refer to our reply to question 3. According to the issue of trade mark infringement the

Trade Mark Law is fully implemented and the court in the criminal cases applies the articles 37 and 38 of the law and each case is treated on its own merits and specificities and the penalty could go up to AED 100000 or imprisonment up to three years.

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REPUBLIC OF KOREA

Secretariat Report

1) Recently, six countries of GCC including the UAE, and Yemen, have announced their plan

through GSO (Gulf Standardization Organization) to introduce a new technical regulation on low voltage electrical equipment and appliances (Gulf Technical Regulation for Low Voltage Electrical

Equipment and Appliances). Additionally, in November 2014, ESMA (Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology) announced a new technical regulation on cosmetics and personal care products, under which all cosmetics products in UAE market are required to obtain

certification by the Emirates Conformity Assessment Scheme (ECAS). In order to alleviate compliance costs of business, Korea would like to request UAE to recognize the conformity assessment results that are provided by conformity assessment bodies (e.g., testing laboratories or certification bodies) of other WTO Members, in ways such as by allowing those conformity

assessment bodies to be registered at the UAE’s regulatory authority, or by accepting test results from testing laboratories in other Members’ territories.

The conformity assessment results of CABs will be accepted by UAE if the standards used for testing is the same as the UAE/GSO standards. Furthermore, the CABs can apply for registration,

accreditation and notification to ESMA conformity assessment schemes so that the Certificates issued by CABs will be recognized by ESMA/UAE Authorities.

2) It is our understanding that at least one of the following three (3) requirements should be met to participate in procurement projects by UAE’s federal or emirates governments:

a. A foreign manufacturer that has a UAE national commercial agent in the UAE;

b. A foreign company that has established a branch company in the UAE and has contracted a national service agent; and

c. A foreign company that has established a joint venture with a UAE national partner (with

UAE partner’s share greater than 51%).

As a result, foreign companies are subject to administrative and financial burden in forms such as finding out proper partners or agents. Therefore, Korea would like to ask UAE whether and when it considers to join the WTO GPA, or to revise its current procurement requirements?

The UAE National Committee on WTO comprising the concerned stakeholders from both public and

private sectors headed by HE Minister of Economy and based on its mandate has formed a national technical team on government procurement which has among its duties to study and assess and the government procurement sector developments at the multilateral level and domestically in UAE. The technical team may assess this matter in the future.

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MALAYSIA

Secretariat Report

1) Given the UAE is already a party to the Information Technology Agreement, Malaysia would like to know if UAE intends to join an expanded ITA concluded by some Members including Malaysia at the recent MC10.

The UAE is a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the members of the GCC apply a

common customs law. Joining such an agreement requires coordination of implementation of the expanded ITA by all GCC members.

2) Malaysia would like to know should there be any specific timeline of depositing her instrument of acceptance of the Trade Facilitation Agreement to the WTO.

The UAE deposited its instrument of acceptance with the WTO Secretariat on 18 April 2016. It was the first country in the Arab region to deposit its instrument of acceptance.

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UKRAINE

Secretariat Report

1) Could the United Arab Emirates kindly clarify the procedure for accreditation of the Halal

certifiers? What are the legal grounds for accreditation and its cancellation? What is the timeframe for the accreditation procedure and validity of the accreditation? In the context of the above

Ukraine expresses concerns on the accreditation cancellation and non-recognition of the Halal food products certificate, issued by the Halal Certification and Research Center in Ukraine.

Step 1 - Application form: The customers are required to use the appropriate application form (CG-01-11 for HCBs certifying the slaughter houses or CG-01-12 for certifying the product(s);), fill

them completely with accurate information, attach the documents as per the check list and forward it to the below E mail ID after the application is duly signed and stamped

Step 2 – Acceptance of application and payment of Fees: ESMA will study the application and if it is acceptable then the customer will be informed about the mode of payment of the initial registration fees. The customer shall make the payment only at this stage and send the copy of

the receipt of payment to us. After ensuring that the customer has made payment as per the instructions, ESMA will forward the application to one of the approved accreditation bodies and the customer is informed about the same

Step 3 - Accreditation: The customer shall contact the approved accreditation body, to which its

application is forwarded by ESMA (see step 2), and complete all the formalities and the procedures of accreditation of the approved accreditation body. The customer shall get the accreditation from the above mentioned accreditation body within six months from the date of initial registration.

Step 4 – Completion of Registration: On successful completion of accreditation the customer shall come back to ESMA in order to obtain the registration certificate after the payment of required registration certificate fees.

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NEW ZEALAND

Secretariat Report

1 Economic Environment

WT/TPR/S/338, section 1, page 11, para 1.3

1) What is the timeframe for the drafting and implementation of the new Foreign Investment Law? It is at advanced stage in the pipeline of the legislative domestic approval procedure and it is expected to be fully approved before the end of the year.

2) What sectors will the new Foreign Investment Law open for 100% foreign ownership? The law did not specify the sectors but it will be aligned with the Innovation National Agenda Sectors.

1 Economic Environment WT/TPR/S/338, section 1, page 12, para 1.9

3) Can the UAE provide further details on the proposed VAT and its coverage, including possible exemptions and the likely timeframe for its implementation?

As indicated in the Ministry of Finance website, VAT is likely to be introduced across the UAE on January 1st 2018, the rate will be low and likely to be 5%. VAT, as a general consumption tax, will apply to the majority of transactions in goods and services. A limited number of reliefs may be

granted. For more information please visit: http://www.mof.gov.ae/. 2.4 Investment Regime

WT/TPR/S/338, section 2.3.3.4, page 29, para 2.51

4) Under the proposed new Foreign Investment Law, in which industry sectors is the UAE considering relaxing the requirement of a UAE National Agent for branches?

The new draft of the foreign investment law does not deal with the national agent for branches since this is considered as part of the companies’ law.

3.3.2 Sanitary and phytosanitary requirements

WT/TPR/S/338, section 3.3.2, page 47, para 3.69

5) Can the UAE provide further details on the current status and process for the GCC food guide? Will there be a consultation period for feedback?

The GCC Guide for Control on Imported Foods is still experimentally applied and not mandatory until 1st June2016. The first week of June there will be a GCC meeting to clarify on the way

forward among many other things. As for the period for feedback, this issue is still under consultation between the GCC members.


3.3.5 Competition policy and price controls

WT/TPR/S/338, section 3.3.5.1, page 50, para 3.89

6) What is the proposed definition of ‘small and medium-sized enterprises’ for the purposes of Article 4(3) of the Competition Law, as defined by the Council of Ministers?

There is no definition issued by the Cabinet on the definition of Small and Medium Sized

Enterprises with reference to Article 4(3) of the Competition Law. However, it should be noted that the UAE has an open and free economy and that applies fully to the SME. However, there are


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certain segments in the UAE society such as women living in rural areas who deserve to be supported and encouraged by governmental policies in order to enable them to succeed as an entrepreneur in the first period of setting up the business. In such cases, the competition law applies to such very limited cases. But with regards to the vast majority of SMEs in the UAE, they enjoy free and dynamic competitive market, which is fully governed by the market mechanisms.

7) What percentage of the UAE economy is comprised of small and medium-sized enterprises?

Approximately 94% of companies in UAE are SMEs and this percentage will increase in the coming years.

8) What steps does the UAE government take to maintain a competitive market in the SME sector in the UAE?

The UAE government takes several measures and steps to maintain a competitive market for the SME sector in UAE that includes:

1. The legislative approach: whereby SMEs that do not abide by the market mechanisms, face penalties or even get their license revoked.

2. All SMEs are free to enter into business transactions with each other or with governmental entities or with international entrepreneurs as long as the laws of UAE or other countries are not violated.

3. The SME sector in UAE is highly vital and dynamic and the UAE government intends to

introduce various incentives in cooperation with the private sector to increase completion among SMS, especially in the leading economic sectors in UAE such as healthcare and education.

4. The UAE government has initiative many incentives to encourage SMEs to become more innovative in the services they provide to their clients and in the products they produce. In fact, the UAE government believes that the more the SME sector is competitive, the more the UAE will

be able to attract leading international entrepreneurs and FDI as SMEs and innovation make two major pillars of the UAE efforts to move toward knowledge economy.

WT/TRP/S/338, section 3.3.5.2, page 52

9) New Zealand welcomed the UAE’s fuel subsidy reforms last year, as part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to improve efficiencies, encourage people to think about energy usage, and lower fuel consumption. In this context, is the UAE considering implementing any wider subsidy reforms?

The UAE is pursuing continuously the reforms on all fronts of its economy to cope with economic and developments changes globally and regionally and the fuel subsidy reform is part of the overall continuous reform which includes other sectors like electricity and water.

10) Noting the UAE’s impressive commitment to fuel subsidy reform, promoting renewable energy, and ultimately reducing dependencies on oil, has the UAE considered pledging its support to the

Friends of Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform communique? The Communique calls for policy transparency, ambitious reform, and targeted support (for those who need it) to phase out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies.

The UAE is committed to fuel subsidy reform and introduced many initiatives on renewable energy and attaches strong emphasis on the sustainable development goals of the UN.

UAE will take into consideration to study the communique of the fossil fuel subsidy reform in coordination with the various stakeholders at the domestic level.

4.1.3 Policies

WT/TPR/S/338, section 4.1.3, page 62, para 4.7

11) Can the UAE please provide further details on the agricultural policy document, including key provisions that it is likely to focus on, and the responsible Ministry for this (following the recent Ministry reshuffle in February)?

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As agricultural policy is still under preparation to this date, the policy will be published with all

details when it is prepared as final draft. The responsible ministry is the ministry of Climate Change and Environment.

4.1.4 Fisheries

WT/TPR/S/338, section 4.1.4, page 64 and 65, paras 4.14, 4.17 and 4.23

12) When did the provision of boat engines by the government to the traditional fisheries sector begin, and for how long will it be provided? Will this support be notified to the SCM committee, and if so, when?

The provision of boat engines by the government of UAE started years ago and is still ongoing. Moreover, the ministry of climate change and environment is providing the engines support to the fisheries sector in order to improve the current situation and to insure that all fishermen in the sector uses environmental friendly engines to lower the gas emission on the environment.

However, the support is not in a yearly basis for a fishermen and it may be provided every three years based on some specific criteria, and in some cases this support is offered to low-income fishermen.

13) Can the UAE outline the measures it takes to ensure that this support does not contribute to overfishing or overcapacity?

The government support of environmental friendly boat engines does not contribute to overfishing or overcapacity.as UAE is governed by various laws and legislations concerning Exploitation, Protection and Development of the Living Aquatic Resources , it also bans fishing specific demersal fishes in spawning season additionally other legislations regarding the fishing gears specifications for maintenance purposes and sustainable on growing aims.

Government Report

8.5 Fiscal Policy

WT/TPR/G/338, section 8.5, page 10, paragraphs 8.14

14) Can the UAE elaborate further on the areas covered by these legislative updates and how these will achieve objectives to strengthen the UAE’s economic and investment environment?

The UAE is working on series of economic laws and regulations that are relevant to various fields so that to enable a proper environment for carrying out business activities and ensure a full

protection of the foreign investment through the foreign investment law as well as providing safeguard to the Industrial activities against unfair trade practices via the federal law on antidumping, safeguards and countervailing measures. On the other hand, the arbitration law will establish a solid legal background for alternative dispute resolution outside the courts so as to take

into account the besuiness aspirations for a faster and flexible litigation. Furthermore, the amendment of the federal law No 1 of 1979 regarding industrial affairs is undertaken with the view to simplify the formalities and faciliate the proceedings as well as shortening the deadlines to set

up an industrial plant in the UAE. Finally, the amendment of the federal law on regulating and protection of Industrial Property Patents, Fees and Industrial Designs is seeking to establish a climate that encourages innovation and empower the competent authorities to take the necessary measures to protect intellectual property rights in the UAE.

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SINGAPORE

Secretariat Report 1) We note that the Secretariat Report states that the GCC-Singapore FTA entered into force on

1 January 2015. Our understanding is that date of entry into force of the agreement is 1 September 2013 following the ratification of the FTA. We would like to seek confirmation with the UAE on this understanding and to request an amendment to reflect the correct date of entry

into force. It is confirmed that The GCC – Singapore FTA entered into force on January 1st 2015.

2) We note that goods are inspected and examined based on risk assessment and, under Law No. 8 of 2015 on the FCA. We would like to seek more information on the procedures under this regulation and whether companies can ship directly without local agents.

Risk management is used as a means to concentrate on specific high risk consignments and differentiate it from low risk consignments which may not be subject to further investigation (may

lead to non-intrusive or intrusive inspection). “The system includes risk assessment systems linked with domestic and regional authorities and international organizations”. The risk assessment is derived from inputs obtained domestically including cooperation with other agencies, regionally with “Regional Intelligence Liaison Office” (MENA RILO), internationally with other Customs

departments through exchange of information, and international organizations such as the World Customs Organization’s Customs Enforcement Network (CEN).

3) We note that foreign flagged vessels must have a contract with one of the federal or local governments to operate in UAE waters, and may not carry out cabotage on their own account. Are there plans to lift these restrictions? We would be grateful for the UAE’s clarification on the

rationale behind its policy response as well.

AD Ports is open to foreign investment in ports sector either as investor or as Ports Operator.

foreign flag vessels do enjoy similar service levels as domestic vessels. DP world provides services equally to all vessels either domestic vessels or foreign flag vessels. Sharja port (Port Khalid, Port Khourfakkan and Port ALhamriaya) provides services equally to all vessels either domestic

vessels or foreign flag vessels. Liberalisation of the participation might be considered in the future.

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AUSTRALIA

Government Report

1) Noting the contribution that increased trade in services and foreign investment can make to innovation, does the UAE intend to liberalise trade in services and foreign investment in renewable

energy, transport, education, health, technology, water and space to support its goal of becoming a centre of innovation in these sectors? Can the UAE elaborate on the ‘practical initiatives’ included in the National Innovation Strategy in each of these sectors?

Innovation Priority Sectors The National Innovation Sector (NIS) focuses on promoting innovation at large, it aims in parallel to lead innovation in 7 primary national sectors, namely renewable and clean energy,

transportation, technology, education, health, water and space . A brief description with the practical initiative for each sector is described below:

Renewable and Clean Energy Considering the growing demand for energy, it has become a necessity for many countries around the world to innovate in renewable and clean energy; hence the global tendency towards

diversifying energy sources and providing future generations with access to sustainable energy that ensures them a better way of life. The UAE has numerous existing projects relating to renewable and clean energy such as Masdar,

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, and The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation which collectively set the stage for the UAE to play a leading role in global innovation.

The NIS aims to promote innovation in renewable and clean energy by developing relevant energy industries within the UAE, furthering applied research in renewable and clean energy technology, enhancing the efficiency of energy networks and storage, as well as shifting towards decentralized

energy generation through feed-in tariff programs.

Transportation Transportation is one of the key pillars of a well-developed society aiming at an infrastructure that

boosts economic growth and enhances productivity. While playing a primary role in facilitating movement from one place to another, transportation eliminates geographical distance and enhances the welfare of societies.

The UAE is at the forefront of the transportation industry worldwide. The successful experience of its national airline companies, Emirates and Etihad, in uniquely reshaping the travel experience is

a testament to its national innovative outlook. Over and above, multiple national companies have succeeded up to date in managing varied activities across 75 international airports including ground-handling services, cargo, travel and others. The same applies to maritime transport where the UAE manages 65 seaports across 6 continents.

The NIS aims to promote innovation in transportation by achieving leadership in air and sea transport services and technology, as well as developing and utilizing unmanned vehicles such as

drones and unmanned cars and trains. It also calls for the development and implementation of eco-friendly air and sea transportation means underpinned by an infrastructure that caters for electric vehicle charging, besides the manufacturing and maintenance of aircrafts and spare parts.

Technology Technology is of paramount importance in today’s world. Given the primary role it plays in shaping the future, there is a growing need for innovation in technology tools and systems to ensure a

better quality of life for everyone. The UAE has accordingly launched a range of innovative technology initiatives, namely The Smart

Government and The Smart City initiatives, which secured it a global leadership position in record time. Moreover, Mubadala wholly owns Global Foundries, the world’s second largest semiconductor manufacturer. In addition, the UAE developed a multitude of advanced technology research

centers including: The Institute Center for Microsystems (iMicro), The Institute Center for Smart and Sustainable Systems (iSmart), as well as Khalifa Semiconductor Research Center (KSRC) at Khalifa University.

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The NIS aims to promote innovation in technology through the development of smart cities, software and applications, as well as the enhancement of the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry to improve the quality of services provided. Innovation in technology will also be achieved through the manufacturing of advanced technology in areas of global interest

like artificial intelligence, semiconductors, nanotechnology and 3D printing, in addition to the quick

adoption of future technology trends across various industries.

Education Education paves the way for a nation’s social development and future progress, particularly in light of today’s global tendency towards a knowledge-based economy. An advanced education system enhances a nation’s capacity to innovate and create. Hence, the UAE launched a range of

innovative projects in the education sector namely Mohammed bin Rashid Smart Learning Program (MBRSLP), established to further advance the UAE’s already accomplished education system, and the Emirates Foundation ‘Think Science’ program aiming at empowering Emirati youth to innovate

in all fields of science. In addition, the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) launched ‘Emirates Skills’ program which aims to raise awareness of career-based technical education among young Emiratis by organizing competitions, events and

technical career activities. Granted that individuals are at the heart of innovation, the NIS aims to promote innovation in the education sector by introducing creative teaching methods and techniques like Smart Learning, as

well as designing and developing innovative curricula that equip pupils with the 21st century skills and knowledge in the fields of science, technology engineering, mathematics and arts. In addition, the NIS will ensure an advanced learning infrastructure supported by the establishment of

innovation labs in schools and universities, as well as specialized research centers in universities to promote inventions.

Health For a population to be able to participate effectively in the social and economic development of its nation, the majority of individuals should be in good health. Innovation in the health sector is of

paramount importance to advanced societies seeking a world-class health system that enhances

the quality of life. The UAE launched a myriad of initiatives to promote innovation in the healthcare sector. Abu Dhabi

Vision 2030, for instance, aims to develop pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and life sciences, while the recently established Abu Dhabi Telemedicine Centre offers high quality, confidential medical consultations over the phone. Abu Dhabi is to witness as well the construction of the first anti-

cancer drug manufacturing plant in the GCC, besides hosting the first biotechnology innovation incubator in Abu Dhabi University. In addition, The Dubai Biotechnology & Research Park (DuBiotech) is a free zone that provides Life Sciences companies with an ultimate platform to set up their operations in Dubai.

The NIS aims to promote innovation in the delivery of health and therapeutic services using advanced technologies such as robotic surgery and telemedicine techniques. It focuses on

developing pharmaceutical industries and biotechnology, and enhancing medical research on the treatment of prevalent diseases, namely diabetes and obesity. Moreover, the NIS aspires to develop advanced health system management technology and promote a healthy lifestyle by

deploying smart technology in disease control and prevention, as well as engineering and developing innovative cities and facilities that prompt sports and movement. Water

As indicated by multiple studies, water scarcity is becoming one of the biggest global concerns with over 880 million people having no access to clean healthy water, 95% of whom are under the age of five.

Given the global water scarcity challenge, the UAE launched an international prize of $1 million for

finding sustainable solutions for water shortage all over the world, using solar energy to desalinate

and purify water. In this regard, the UAE Water Aid Foundation was launched with the aim of conducting research and studies to support the production of clean water using solar energy. It aims to provide new innovative solutions for millions around the world who suffer from water scarcity and polluted drinking water. Additionally, Masdar Institute Center for Water and

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Environment (iWater) aims to create knowledge and technologies that address challenges linked to

clean water production, climate change and water resource management. The NIS aims to promote innovation in the water sector by enhancing the production, purification

and desalination of water using solar energy, effectively managing water demand in household, industrial and agricultural uses, as well as addressing future regional and global water scarcity challenges.

Space Governments of developed countries around the world are keen on becoming scientific innovation advocates through the implementation of leading scientific practices and advances in space

research. In the UAE, a total of AED 20 billion was invested in space technologies. Under the leadership of an

Emirati pool of experts, the UAE Space Agency was launched in 2014, along with the national project to build and send the first Arabic-Islamic unmanned Probe to Mars by 2021.

Furthermore, the UAE embraces a range of space institutions namely the Emirates Institution for Advanced Science and Technology (EIAST) that is currently building KhalifaSat, the first satellite to be built, manufactured and launched to space by Emirati nationals by 2017. Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) is also working on manufacturing and launching its third

satellite (Al Yah 3) by the end of 2016. Finally yet importantly, the first largest space centre in the Middle East and North Africa is currently being developed in Abu Dhabi, with the aim of hosting space trips for touristic and scientific research purposes.

Ultimately, the NIS aims to promote space innovations by enhancing research and technology relating to the exploration of celestial bodies such as spaceships, probes and telescopes, besides

developing satellite communications technology. It also aspires to deploy the latest space technologies in terrestrial applications, making the UAE one of the leading countries in the field of space research.

As for the liberalisation of trade in services and foreign investment in the mentioned sectors in the question, The UAE is continuously establishing partnerships with countries in a form of cooperation agreements and MOUs to develop further those, the UAE areas. Furthermore and On the incentives

side, the UAE has many designated specialised free zones to accommodate and hoist foreign companies specialised in these services i.e among many Masdar city is considered a world class free zone with a highly developed infrastructure is hoisting such specialised companies. It also

provides further incentives and 100% foreign equity. The same applies for other mentioned sectors .In addition to that, the UAE is in the final phase of issuing a new Federal Law on foreign Investments that will allow up to 100% foreign ownership in various sectors including many of those mentioned sectors.

2) Does the UAE consider that increased trade in education and R&D services, including through liberalisation of these sectors, would support its goal of becoming a Knowledge Economy?

The UAE considers increased trade in education and R&D services, including through liberalization in a development friendly manner, as core supporters for the goal of becoming a Knowledge

Economy. On that basis, The National Agenda aims for the UAE to be among the best in the world in entrepreneurship as this plays a key role in unlocking the potential of nationals and enables them to be a driving force of the UAE’s economic development through small and medium enterprises in the private sector. Furthermore, the Agenda strives to instill an entrepreneurial

culture in schools and universities to foster generations endowed with leadership, creativity, responsibility and ambition. This will allow the UAE to be among the best in the world in ease of doing business, innovation, entrepreneurship and R&D indicators.

Moreover, the Science, Technology and Innovation Higher Policy comprises over 100 initiatives, a number of legislative innovations and policies in investment, technology, education and the

financing of the development of a knowledge economy. The policy includes the establishment of funds for science, research and innovation in the UAE in addition to refocusing investment legislation to encourage technology transfer, support innovation

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and establish global contractual industrial partnerships. It also includes targets to increase investment on research and development (R&D) in the UAE by threefold and increase the percentage of knowledge workers in the country to 40 per cent by 2021.

In addition, the Science, Technology and Innovation Higher Policy include a set of educational and

scientific initiatives that aim to prepare leaders to align with the developmental changes anticipated for the UAE. The policy aims to redouble the focus on STEM (Science, Technology,

Engineering, and Mathematics) in all UAE educational institutions. The policy will establish research centres in all UAE universities, focusing on innovation as the main factor in evaluating both public and private schools. The Policy establishes offices for

technology transfer in all universities in the UAE to facilitate the transfer of advanced knowledge. The policy will also establish programmes for graduates in basic and applied research and drive

cooperation between universities and the private sector in the fields of science, technology and innovation.

The initiatives stemming from the Science, Technology and Innovation Higher Policy also include providing national strategic support to various advanced industries, including space research and specialised aviation industries. The Policy provides a number of investment and legislative incentives to attract global pharmaceutical industries to the UAE by facilitating contractual

partnerships with local factories. The technological and scientific initiatives also include establishing centres for energy storage

solutions, expanding solar energy research programmes and launching a national programme for water desalination using advanced technologies. In addition, the Policy establishes specialised innovation complexes in technology, auto industry techniques and spare parts, as well as building

national R&D programmes in the fields of robotics and genome research. The policy also re-stated the UAE's commitment to the promotion of the peaceful use of nuclear energy.

The policy includes new legislative frameworks to protect intellectual property and copyrights,

attract scientists and researchers to the UAE's academic and research institutions and facilitate the easy movement of advanced scientific equipment and resources into the UAE.

As for the liberalization, The UAE considers that increased trade in education and R&D services, including through liberalization of these sectors, would support its goals of becoming knowledge economy and would consider further liberalization in the future. This is one of the driving forces for

the UAE to host a large number of well-known universities including those from Australia which was established on the basis of what has been presented in our reply to question 1.Please refer to it.

Secretariat Report 3) A Foreign Investment Law has been discussed in the UAE for some time – does the UAE have a time-frame for lifting the 49 per cent foreign equity cap for investments outside designated

free trade zones? To what extent would the UAE consider that lifting the foreign equity cap would support its economic goals of enhancing the role of the private sector, liberalising its economy, diversifying its product and export base and encouraging competition?

The UAE believes that lifting up the 49 per cent foreign equity cap on some sectors of interest for the country as part of its vision and plans for investment outside the designated free zones has a positive impact on the economy. The UAE has taken that into consideration in its new draft foreign

investment to lift up this cap on various economic sectors with a firm belief that it would enhance and support its economic goals and the diversification of the sources of the economy while encouraging competition and strengthening the role of the private sector.

4) Given the prevalence of state ownership in the oil and gas, telecommunications and services

sectors, has the UAE considered the benefits of permitting 100% foreign equity in these sectors

outside the free trade zones as part of the new Foreign Investment Law, noting that doing so may increase foreign investment, promote competition, increase efficiency, reduce costs for consumers and promote further diversification of the economy? To what extent would the UAE consider that according national treatment to foreign investors would help to attract further foreign investment?

Can the UAE indicate which sectors are being considered for liberalisation under the Foreign

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Investment Law and associated regulations? Would METS companies be eligible for exemptions

from Federal Industry Law ownership requirements, in relation to projects related to the extraction and refining of raw materials other than oil and gas?

The UAE in its new Foreign Investment Law has designated various sectors which allow the foreign ownership up to 100% and outside the Free zones.

As for the sectors which are being considered for liberalisation under the draft foreign investment law , though the draft law did not yet specify the sectors ,it will be aligned with the Innovation National Agenda Sectors.

The UAE gas and oil sector is excluded on the basis of the UAE constitution, Article 23 which refers to the ownership of the natural resources in each Emirate as a property of that emirate. Therefore, the federal government could not commit itself to any matter that contradicts the constitution.

As for the extraction and refining of raw materials other than oil and gas, this is under the jurisdiction of each Emirate on the basis of Article 23 of the constitution; therefore companies are

eligible to apply for the local government which has the right to issue a license in relation to such projects. On the telecommunication sector, the UAE has submitted a conditional offer under the DDA

negotiations liberalising the Telecom sector. The Telecommunications Sector is governed by Federal Law No 3 of 2003, Regarding the

organisation of the Telecommunications Sector, as amended. According to the telecommunications law, no person may perform a Regulated Activity unless licensed to do so by the TRA (see article 31); and according to article 29, the TRA can only issue licences to juridical entities which acquire

the nationality of the state pursuant to the provisions of Federal Law No (8) of 1984 regarding Commercial Companies, as amended. Hence, the degree of foreign ownership in licensees is limited to a maximum of 49% by the provisions of Federal Law No 8 of 1984 and not by the

Telecommunications Law and this this requirement also applies in the Free Zones established in

the UAE. It is worth noting that the Telecommunications sector is privatized in the sense that the two full-

scale licensees in the UAE are both public joint stock companies partially owned by the UAE government (Etisalat 60 % and EITC 40%). Etisalat has recently increased the proportion of foreign owned shares to 20%.

5) Can the UAE advise on its plans to phase in controls on public wage bill growth and government spending?

6) Given the UAE’s role as a regional entrepôt, does the UAE collect data on the value, origin and destination of re-exports and transhipped goods?

The UAE works on special trade data (direct trade and free zones). For re-exports, the data is available for the value and the destination. As for transshipment and transit, statistics will include value, origin, and destination (currently in the final stages of unifying the collection of such data).

7) With respect to the Ministry of Economy’s role in enacting and modernising economic legislation, can the UAE advise of the forward agenda for economic legislation?

There are a number of economic legislations that have been amended or newly enacted as mentioned in the report since the last revision. This process is dynamic, the Ministry of Economy in cooperation with other Ministries and Federal and local Authorities is looking towards the

modernisation of some of the economic legislations to meet the UAE Vision 2021 and various

developmental plans. One very important piece of legislation to be finalised is the foreign investment law. Current laws and regulations need to be amended and upgraded so as to meet the

new economic changes at the international level especially those related to the new technologies and innovation. Also, the industrial sector needs to be regulated in a liberalised manner to allow incentivising the technology transfer and reside new industries with a high technological content

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and a high value added. This process of economic legislative modernisation is taking place in a close coordination and collaboration between the public and private sectors in various formats. 8) Australia understands that negotiations for an FTA with China have recently recommenced.

How does the GCC prioritise FTA partners? How does the UAE align its FTA priorities with that of

other GCC members? When does the UAE, and the GCC more broadly aim to resume FTA negotiations with other nations?

The UAE and Australia have strong economic and trade ties and it has been growing rapidly. Also, the two countries realise that there are great opportunities to foster these relation with a chance to enhance the cooperation in the areas of trade in goods and services and investments. While

assessing the feasibility of the FTAs, the GCC countries take into consideration the international and regional economic development and changes in pursuing the FTA negotiations. The GCC countries policy towards these FTA negotiations is currently being revised to decide on the

feasibility of resuming negotiations and the GCC Secretariat is in the process of preparing a draft consolidated priority list of FTAs priorities. The UAE, as other GCC members, assesses on its own its FTAs priorities and coordinates its position with the GCC countries to pursue negotiations in a

full harmony as a block in accordance with agreed rules between the GCC States. 9) Given the importance given to SME access to finance and the priority placed by the UAE on entrepreneurship, can the UAE provide an update on the development and implementation of an

insolvency law? 10) How will the UAE legal and policy framework, including the timeframe for proposed changes

to make the investment regime more transparent and investor friendly, impact Australian METS companies that seek to undertake business in the region. The specific points of interest include:

The legal framework in the UAE is stated as favouring local over foreign investors; The exclusion of environmental services from The Competition Law, as some Australian METS firms offer environmental services to the mining and mineral processing sectors.

The legal framework in the UAE provides the investor with various options to establish a business. One form is 49% foreign ownership outside the free zones while it is 100% foreign ownership in the free zones without conditions .The establishment in a form of branch the legal framework

allows full foreign ownership (100%) conditional to an appointment of local agent .In addition to that and for more details related the new draft foreign investment law and to METS.

The UAE in its new Foreign Investment Law has designated various sectors which allow the foreign ownership up to 100% and outside the Free zones. As for the sectors which are being considered for liberalisation under the draft foreign investment

law , though the draft law did not yet specify the sectors, it will be aligned with the Innovation National Agenda Sectors.

The UAE excludes the gas and oil sector is excluded on the basis of the UAE constitution, Article 23

which refers the ownership of the natural resources in each Emirate as a property of that emirate. Therefore, the federal government could not commit itself to any matter that contradicts the constitution.

As for the extraction and refining of raw materials other than oil and gas, this is under the jurisdiction of each Emirate on the basis of Article 23 of the constitution; therefore companies are eligible to apply to the local government which has the right to issue a license in relation to such projects.

11) To what extent does the UAE offer assistance to the Australian METS sector in meeting legal and regulatory requirements? For example, it is stated that the law still lacks a specific definition

of what constitutes a small or medium sized enterprise, increasing the complexity of the regulatory

framework in which Australian METS firms would be operating.

The UAE offers assistance to METS sectors for all including Australia. As for the SMEs definition it

has been kept out of the text of the law and to be issued by the cabinet so that the SME definition can be always appropriate and responsive to the market . Yet, the SMEs Law has identified three internationally recognized criteria upon which the SME definition is made:

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a- Number of employees/workers. b- turnover c – Capital.

12) Has the UAE considered participating in the WTO Information Technology Agreement (ITA) expansion as means to meet this objective? We note the UAE is a participant in the original WTO ITA.

Yes, the UAE is a member of the original WTO ITA and followed the WTO Information Technology expansion with interest. The UAE WTO National Committee has instructed the National Technical

Team on trade in goods to conduct an assessment study taking into consideration all aspects of implementing the rules governing this expanded list. This matter also needs to be discussed and coordinated closely with the GCC States. The UAE is a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the members of the GCC apply a common customs law. Joining such an agreement

requires coordination of implementation of the expanded ITA by all GCC members.

13) Are the countries of the GCC seeking to implement and accept the WTO Agreement on Trade Facilitation (TFA) at the same time? How is the UAE coordinating implementation of the TFA with

other members of the GCC and with the GCC Secretariat? The GCC states have gone through two needs assessment workshops and on that basis they have

notified their Category ( A) commitments to the WTO. There is some coordinated work between the GCC states in relation to customs to assess the implementation of the TFA on the GCC unified customs law.

The UAE deposited its instrument of acceptance with the WTO Secretariat on 18 April 2016. It was the first country in the Arab region to deposit its instrument of acceptance.

14) Imports of many consumables, including agricultural products, are subject to requirements

that import documents are legalised by embassy or chambers of commerce prior to export. The costs are passed on to the consumers and can be significant on a consignment basis. Electronic systems (such as e-cert) are available for the secure transfer of export certificates (including

sanitary, phytosanitary and halal certificates). These electronic systems provide a high level of

confidence in the authenticity of export certificates. Does the UAE intend on taking up electronic systems for secure transfer of documents? Has the UAE considered the benefits, including from a trade facilitation perspective, of moving away from document legalisation?

The UAE Missions abroad provide a ratification service of commercial documents through an integrated, secure and accurate electronic system related to a label containing high-quality

security marks that preserve the end user’s right. A plan has been established to further develop the system in the future in a manner that will enable end users to remotely ratify commercial documents, which in turn would facilitate to ease the ratification process.

15) Can the UAE describe in which sectors, and for what reasons, risk assessments for customs procedures may differ from those of regional authorities and international organisations?

Risk management is used as a means to concentrate on specific high risk consignments and differentiate it from low risk consignments which may not be subject to further investigation (may lead to non-intrusive or intrusive inspection). The system includes risk assessment systems linked

with domestic and regional authorities and international organizations. The risk assessment is derived from inputs obtained domestically including cooperation with other agencies. For instance, regionally with “Regional Intelligence Liaison Office” (MENA RILO), internationally with other

Customs departments through exchange of information, and international organizations such as the World Customs Organization’s Customs Enforcement Network (CEN). 16) Why does the UAE require certificates of origin to be provided for all imports, even where

the importer is not seeking preferential tariff treatment? What policy purpose does the requirement to provide non-preferential certificates of origin for all imports serve? Has the UAE considered using other methods of proving origin to meet these policy needs?

Does the UAE impose any limitations on who may provide, or sign, a non-preferential certificate of origin? Can any exporter, manufacturer, producer or agent in the exporting country sign a non-

preferential certificate of origin? Or are only certain bodies able to provide a non-preferential certificate of origin?

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If only certain bodies are able to provide non-preferential certificates of origin, how does the UAE recognise which bodies in other countries are allowed to issue non-preferential certificates of origin?

Does the UAE maintain legislation, or a register, of the bodies which it recognises as authorised as

capable of issuing non-preferential certificates of origin? Is this register publicly available?

UAE does not impose any limitations on who may provide or sign a non preferential certificate of origin and thereby UAE does not maintain a register of the bodies authorized as capable of issuing non-preferential certificates of origin.

UAE accepts the origin of the goods as determined by the country of export and as evidenced by the non preferential certificate of origin.

The purpose of the non preferential certificate of origin is to evidence the origin of the goods and that the country of origin of the particular product does not qualify for any preferential treatment. This certificate is essential for exporters to prove where their goods came from and it is important

for the UAE Authorities to ensure that the information furnished is accurate and compatible with the relevant import documents. In light of the above, the UAE is not yet considering ceasing requesting the non preferential

certificate of origin. 17) Do the MFN tariffs for electric and non-electric machinery and chemicals apply to the METS

sector for products such as crushing and screening equipment or chemicals for use in mining and mineral processing applications?

The MFN tariffs are applied to all sectors, some equipment such as those used in mining might be

subject to temporary admission. As for chemicals and other consumables, they might get industrial exemption if they meet such criteria. This needs to be checked and reviewed by Ministry of Economy as well as Ministry of Energy.

18) Does UAE recognise the designation of conformity assessment bodies by ILAC signatories? UAE is accepting accredited CABs for regulatory purposes

19) Does the ESMA allow for the accreditation of international conformity assessment bodies (CABs)? If so, is the process for accreditation of international CABs the same as domestic CABs?

CABs shall have representative office here in UAE so that they could apply for accreditation to

ESMA.

20) Can the UAE indicate what progress has been made on harmonising regulatory requirements for imported foods and coordinating border inspection and clearance systems for imports to the GCC, and when this work may be completed?

More than 98% of the food regulation and test method is harmonized in the GCC countries, currently GCC countries working on the implementation of the GCC Guide for Control on Imported

Foods


21) Is there a clear process for the development and adoption of national standards by the Emirates Standardisation and Metrology Authority (ESMA)? How does ESMA work with the Gulf Standardisation Organisation (GSO) to encourage the adoption of UAE standards as Gulf-wide standards, or for GSO standards to be adopted and implemented by the UAE? What are the

priority areas in which ESMA is seeking to develop standards in the next two-to-five years?

ESMA generally follow with the ISO directive Part1& 2 in the process for the development and

adoption of national standards, below shown the main stages in the standards preparation

• Proposal (Annual Plan) Relies on the actual needs of the relevant bodies represented in industrial, governmental or consumptive sector and giving priority to products having economic, technological

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• Preparatory (Initial Studies) To collect information related to the subject of standard as

well as existing international and regional standards are studied for preparing the draft standard

• Committee Stage (Preparation of Draft) The relevant technical committee or (sub-committee or working group) develops the draft standard in the light of the field study through holding periodic meetings at ESMA

• Enquiry Stage (Circulation for Comment) The draft will be sent to the relevant bodies for studying, commenting and providing suggestions within 60 day

• Comments Stage (Studying Comments) The concerned technical committee studies the received comments and suggestions on the draft standard and carries out the required amendments, if necessary, in order to develop the final form of the draft

• Numbering, Publishing & Circulating Stage The standard is numbered according to

approved system and published in Official Gazette then be printed and available for sale, distribution and introduction to the Website and advertising.

In the coming years ESMA concentrate on the fields of halal products, halal services, energy efficiency, smart cities

22) Australia welcomes the efforts of the UAE to broaden its taxation base through recently

announced reforms that aim to help diversify the economy away from oil dependence. Can the UAE provide details about the implementation and timing of introduction of the recently announced Value Added Tax (VAT) and Air Passenger Tax? Can the UAE provide information on the mechanism through which these taxes will be collected and their expected revenue raising

potential in the initial five years after implementation? As indicated in the Ministry of Finance website, VAT is likely to be introduced across the UAE on

January 1st 2018, the rate will be low and likely to be 5%. VAT, as a general consumption tax, will apply to the majority of transactions in goods and services. A limited number of reliefs may be granted. For more information please visit: http://www.mof.gov.ae/.

As for the air passenger, It is a fee for services not a tax and it has no effect on passenger numbers in Dubai. The exit fees will be imposed only in Dubai and cabin crew and transit passengers are exempted. It is estimated that 100 million passengers will pass through Dubai airports by 2023.

23) Do the majority of potential clients for Australian METS companies operate within free zones, thereby permitting access to the major incentives offered by the UAE within these zones?

The free zones in the United Arab Emirates are open for investors, and there are many incentives granted to investors, including but not limited to zero% tax on income. Any Australian client from Australian METS or other operating in any free zone and complying with the rules and regulation of

that free zone will be entitled for the incentives offered within the free zone.

24) A price preference of 10% of the public procurement is granted to companies with up to DH 10 million in capital and at least 51% owned by UAE nationals. How would this impact Australian METS companies which undertake business with UAE companies, where there is a government

partner in the project (eg. The Investment Corporation of Dubai, which invests in the aluminium sector, is owned by the Government of Dubai).

As long as the companies meet the requirements of the government procurement conditions they

are entitled to participate in any tender. The 10% preference is granted and applies to all sectors including METS.

We note the reference to Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD). As ICD is an investment arm of

the Government of Dubai, it does not deal directly with aluminium and does not enter into arrangements with METS with regards to aluminium. One of its subsidiaries, however, by the name of Emirates Global Aluminium PJSC (EGA) is an aluminium conglomerate with interests in bauxite/alumina and primary aluminium smelting. EGA is ultimately owned equally by Mubadala

Development Company of Abu Dhabi and Investment Corporation of Dubai. EGA is managed independently and ICD has no involvement in its day to day operations.


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25) Has the UAE given consideration to the extent that increased trade in agricultural products and investment in agricultural supply chains can enhance food security and reduce the need to provide agricultural subsidies to domestic producers?

The UAE is not an agricultural country and not an exporter of Agricultural products. Yes, the

country has given consideration to the fact that increased trade in agricultural products and investment in agriculture supply chain is of enhancement to the food security which is one of top

strategic priorities of the country. Because of the special situation of the country where the majority of land is desert, it has moved out to invest abroad in agriculture and agricultural products to secure its needs.

26) What are the types of Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) that Australian businesses could supply to the UAE, to support the needs of these growing industries?

All types of mining equipment, technology and services based on the needs of the projects in the country and the market needs. Australian businesses are welcome.

27) How can the UAE and Australia, through the Australian Government and the METS Growth Centre, work together to support the UAE mineral resources sector through the utilisation of Australian METS firms?

There are various ways and mechanisms of cooperation which could be followed through government channels to explore more on the issue. It could be pursued through the various forms of existing cooperation between the two countries including the Joint commission.

28) To what extent do the UAE’s policy priorities and initiatives influence or support the UAE’s METS sector?

Mets sector is amongst the mature sectors with a high contribution to the economy. The UAE policies would further support the advancement of the METS sector.

29) Noting the apparent difficulty the banking sector has faced in sourcing suitably skilled employees from the domestic workforce, can the UAE advise on what steps it will take to move nationals into the private sector roles in future, not just in banking sector but other areas of the

economy as well? The government has put a lot of efforts, measures and capacity building programs towards

enhancing the participation and employment of the Nationals in the private sector. The Cabinet issued a resolution on employment quotas for nationals in trade, banking, and public relations officers in companies with 100 or more employees and the employment of the nationals with special needs. Also many other laws and regulations encouraging the nationals of UAE to move

into the private sector. For more details on this issue kindly check the following website: http://www.tanmia.gov.ae/.

30) Given much of the construction in the UAE is funded by government spending, can the UAE advise on how projected decreases in spending might impact on future growth potential and what role greater foreign investment could play in offsetting any negative effects, including through

greater liberalisation of foreign equity limits in the construction and other sectors? The UAE is considered one the most advanced in the region in the field of construction and infrastructure and The country has benefited to foster this sector (buildings, construction, roads

and other forms of infrastructure) from the oil revenues. The Banks has played an important role in financing construction projects for the private and public sectors. Also there are many important and vital construction projects which was done through the private sector and foreign companies

from around the world including Australia through bidding in tenders or companies coalition between foreign and national companies.

Despite the decline of oil prices the federal government budget for 2016 reached 13.6 billion

dollars with a deficit almost nil. The year 2015 the largest budget in the history of the UAE with an increase 6.3% the government did not freeze any of the infrastructure projects, to the contrary the federal and the local governments went for huge infrastructure projects which confirm theta oil prices decline was not of a real impact on the country. In addition to that, the contribution of the

private sector in the gross capital formation in constant prices reached 58%. The government

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policy is targeting the increase to attract and foster the foreign and local investments through

various initiatives by the government to promote and attract foreign investments in the country.

31) Can the UAE advise on whether a government funded growth model outside the oil sector is sustainable in the long term? Does the UAE intend moving from government funded growth to

private sector funded growth and, if so, what role would greater openness to trade in services and foreign investment play?

The UAE is in the process of diversifying its funds and the sources of funds and furthering, among other factors, openness in trade in services with a view to move towards private sector funded growth.

32) Can the UAE advise on whether there will be opportunities for service providers other than Etisalat and DU to participate in the domestic telecommunications market?

The UAE has submitted its conditional offer of liberalization in trade in services including the telecommunication sector under the current round of negotiations DDA and we look forward towards the completion of the round and trade in services is one of UAE’s priorities.

The UAE Telecommunications sector is served by nine (9) licensees providing Telecommunications services in the UAE. Etisalat and EITC has been granted full service licences which authorise the licensee to provide a very broad range of services regardless of technology.

Having ‘Vision 2021’ in mind, the UAE has established a strategy in support of its vision: ‘the UAE is a global leading country in ICT’. The strategy sets out a number of regulatory measures that

might be taken to support the development of the sector. Moreover, the strategy establishes a road-map and criteria for the implementation of those regulatory measures. Accordingly, the introduction of new fixed or mobile providers (ISP’s-MVNO’s) will depend on the performance of

the sector.

As a first step in this strategy and road map, the TRA is concentrating on creating competition in the markets for fixed-line services. As of 2015 bitstream access, and access to passive

infrastructure have been implemented as regulatory measures enabling the operators to compete more freely in those markets.

33) Tourism is an increasingly important sector to the UAE economy. Is the UAE aware of any affects the recently announced passenger tax will have on passenger numbers passing through the major regional hubs of Abu Dhabi and Dubai?

It is a fee for services not a tax and it has no effect on passenger numbers in Dubai. The exit fees will be imposed only in Dubai and cabin crew and transit passengers are exempted. It is estimated that 120 million passengers will pass through Dubai airports by 2020 and 200 million passengers

by 2030. 34) The UAE makes extensive use of policies that require majority UAE ownership of business

activities, which the report acknowledges favours local over foreign business entities. Given this, does the UAE have any plans to reform these policies, and to allow foreign entities to participate in business in the UAE on an equal basis as local, and often GCC, individuals and businesses, outside

of free zones?

The UAE is considered one of the regional and global trade hubs and more than 25% of the biggest well-known international companies established their regional headquarters in the UAE. The UAE has been ranked 1st among all Arab countries in the “Ease of Doing Business” report 2016, by

world bank. The UAE continues its open trade policy and moving further towards achieving the target in the vision 2021 to be among the most competitive economies in the world.

This issue of ownership will be taken into consideration in the new Foreign Investment law which is

still a draft. The draft law opens the door also for lifting up the foreign equity cap for new projects and sectors outside the free zones other than those economic sectors designated at the time of entry into force of the Law depending on the development needs and equipping the economy with

the highest preparedness to adopt to the international economic requirements.

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As a matter of fact, the sectors in the new draft law will be aligned with the Innovation National Agenda Sectors. 35) Does the UAE have any plans to become a party to the WTO Government Procurement

Agreement?

The UAE National Committee on WTO comprising the concerned stakeholders from both public and

private sectors headed by HE Minister of Economy and based on its mandate has formed a national technical team on government procurement. This national Team, which membership comprises various stakeholders, has among its duties to study and assess and the government procurement sector developments at the multilateral level and domestically in UAE. The technical team may

assess this matter in the future. 36) Is the UAE progressing with electronic systems for the secure transfer of government issued

documents to improve efficiency and reduce costs? Currently there are different clearance systems in place mainly MIRSAL and DHABI. There is work

on linking them through the Federal Customs Authority for further integration. As for secure transfer of government documents, all systems and connections are made to insure secure exchange of electronic information. Projects such as the Circulars and Permits as already been implemented where information is exchanged between government agencies through the Federal

Customs Authority to the Local Customs administrations regarding the electronic exchange of permits, as well as the exchange and forwarding of circulars which are also linked to the designated private sector depending on their scope of trade. The UAE is also looking into having a

Single Window for the UAE which will cover the UAE as a whole, there is currently a Single Window System in Dubai (Dubai Trade) and Abu Dhabi (Magta Gateway).

37) Will the UAE consider removing the requirement for legalisation of import documents by embassy or chamber of commerce for foodstuffs in the interest of reducing costs of food for consumers? We encourage the UAE to move to greater use of electronic document transfer and

removing document legalisation requirements for food imports.

The UAE Missions abroad provide a ratification service of commercial documents through an integrated, secure and accurate electronic system related to a label containing high-quality

security marks that preserve the end user’s right. A plan has been established to further develop the system in the future in a manner that will enable end users to remotely ratify commercial documents, which in turn would facilitate to ease the ratification process. It is the intention of the

UAE and through the periodic reviews to foster facilitating such services. 38) In the development of standards that impact international trade, does ESMA consult with potentially affected parties prior to the comments being considered by the technical committees?

Yes, ESMA circulates the draft of the standards to the concerned parties for comments on the DS stage, in the case of technical regulation the Final draft the UAE circulates it to the WTO members

for comments and 60 days are given from the day of notification as a final date for comments. 39) Foods that make a label claim that the product ‘does not contain’ genetically modified

organisms also require additional government certification to support the claim. This requirement for government certification is unnecessary. Will the UAE review this costly requirement? According to standard # UAE.S/GSO 2142:2011. General Requirements for Genetically.

Modified Processed Food and Feed, article 4/2/2 If the ingredient is designated by the name of a category, the words (contains genetically modified, name of organism) or (contains, name of

ingredient, produced from genetically modified, name of organism) shall appear clearly and easily to be read in the list of ingredients with same font size and different color.

If the food does not contain genetically modified organisms it is not required to claim on the label that the food is free of genetically modified organisms, but if the producers want to claim that food is free from genetically modified organisms, they have to support the claim by additional certificate.

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40) Will the UAE conduct bilateral negotiations for the certification when the Guide is

implemented? When GCC guide is adopted for implementation, accordingly UAE- trade partners should update

the models of certifications such as health certificates for approval from UAE. The old certificates will still be accepted during the provisional application and all clarifications on

this issue should be addressed to the general secretariat to the Gulf Cooperation Council. 41) Will the UAE accept current certificates used for successful trade where the certificates are considered equivalent to the requirements in the Guide?

Again when The GCC Guide for Control on Imported Foods is adopted, It is requested from the competent authority in Australia to send a drafts of updated models of heath certificates for

exportation of all interested food items to be exported to UAE (according to the updated guide), and any suggested equivalent attestation will be studied (case by case) for the acceptance or refusing depending on scientific bases.

Yes. As long as the standard used for testing the product or for assessment of its compliance, ESMA will accept it.


42) Will the agricultural policy document 2015-2030 be publically available? As the agricultural policy is under preparation, it will be published when the final draft is ready.

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EL SALVADOR

Secretariat Report 1) It has been reported that the UAE is preparing an agricultural policy document for 2015-

2030 which, at end-February 2016, was under preparation. Could the UAE give us an update on the status of this document and provide more details on this policy?

As agricultural policy is still under preparation to this date, the policy will be published with all details when it is prepared as final draft. The responsible ministry is the ministry of Climate Change and Environment.

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EUROPEAN UNION

Secretariat Report

1) EU Question N°1: Does the agreement from the GCC summit in 2005 include also investment agreement? For example, in case of a country's interest in a bilateral investment agreement with the UEA, would this agreement have to be negotiated with the GCC? Or could the

UAE enter in a bilateral investment agreement? The UAE could enter into bilateral investment agreements.

2) EU Question N°2: Could the UAE comment on the above mentioned observations? The relevant government authorities are working on draft insolvency law.

3) EU Question N°3: Is there any plan to change that limit in any future law? Currently this issue is not under revision and the new draft of the investment law will be giving up to 100% for an ownership outside the free zones in certain sectors.

4) EU Question N°4: Does the UAE envisage any modification in this regard?

The UAE has started to remove the requirements of importing goods through local agents on hundreds of basic food products and further steps to be considered in the future. 5) EU Question N°5: What is the meaningfulness of a mandatory local services agent or

sponsor when establishing a representative office or a branch in the UAE? Service Agent: Citizen provides logistics services only foreign company and has no ownership

Commercial Agent: Dealer registered at the Ministry of Economy as an agent for a foreign company ( Agreement between the agent and the foreign company )

6) EU Question N°6: Could the UAE confirm that foreign investors on a general basis are treated in the same way as local investors and that there is no discrimination once an investment has been admitted? Does the UAE have recent information on the plans of a new investment law (as mentioned in the Government report on page 8 under 8.4 ("A new investment law is under

process for domestic ratification")? The UAE has taken that into consideration in its new draft foreign investment to lift up this cap on

various economic sectors with a firm belief that it would enhance and support its economic goals and the diversification of the sources of the economy while encouraging competition and strengthening the role of the private sector . The UAE in its new Foreign Investment Law has

designated various sectors, with the exception of oil and gas, which the ownership reaches up to 100% and outside the Free zones. As for the sectors which are being considered for liberalization under the draft foreign investment

law, though the draft law did not yet specify the sectors ,it will be aligned with the Innovation National Agenda Sectors .

7) EU Question N°7: Could the UAE give an update of the situation and of the changes already implemented/foreseen for labour? What is the link between new provisions on labour and the corporate governance and social responsibility concepts that are included in the law on commercial

companies (mentioned in the para 2.49)? Could the UAE explain a bit more the contents regarding corporate governance and social responsibility and whether regards have been given to the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises?

The OECD guidelines were taken fully into consideration and as per the companies law the

Companies. In 2015 a ministerial resolution on the corporate governance for both public shareholding and private shareholding companies was issued for governance implementation.

There is an article number 242 in chapter 6 of the commercial law that emphasis on social responsibility aspect.

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8) EU Question N°8: Referring also to the section on State Owned Entities, what are the intentions of the UAE regarding governance of these entities? Are the guidelines of the OECD on transparency a reference that UAE is considering to align on?

The OECD guidelines were taken in full consideration. The state owned entities are governed by

the companies’ law, with the exception of those related to the activities of oil, gas, water, electricity and energy are excluded from the ownership.

9) EU question N°9: Does the UAE consider also facilitating access to the market to foreign SMEs, for example in case of high added value in terms of innovation?

1. Enhancing the market capacity via "know how" and new technologies, especially in the leading seven sectors identified by the UAE Innovation Strategy.

2. THE joint-venture model whereby we can enable UAE entrepreneurs and international entrepreneurs to enter into joint-ventures that contributes effectively to the competitiveness of UAE and the transfer towards knowledge based economy.

10) N°10-Could the UAE clarify if there are general appeal procedures and what they are? There are appeal procedures as stated in the GCC Customs Law. An appeal could be raised in the customs administration, which could be raised to the Minister, and then to the Courts.

11) N°11-Could the UAE clarify if there are advance rulings procedure and if yes clarify their scope, period of validity, etc?

The UAE has a process of replying to inquiries pertaining to tariff classification, valuation, etc. but it does not yet have a procedure specific to advanced ruling with a period of validity etc. The UAE

is working on having an advanced ruling procedure. 12) EU Question N° 12: What rate will the UAE apply and how will the different rates be

reflected in the common customs tariff?

The UAE will abide by its ceiling binding commitments and the non-advolarem does not exceed the ceiling binding.

13) EU Question N° 13: Could the UAE clarify what is covered by these?

14) EU Question N° 14: What are the requirements to be adopted and will they be notified to the WTO? What steps have been taken to ensure that there will be no backlog of CBs seeking accreditation by March 2017?

ESMA confirms that it has already modified adequate guidelines to facilitate the implementation of the requirements of control handling Halal product, these guidelines were timely notified to the WTO / committee on TBT in accordance with the provisions of the TBT agreements,

The list of guidelines regarding the implementation of the new requirements are as follows;

1-Emirates National Halal Mark-Certification Scheme, TBT Not. # G/TBT/N/ARE/181 date of notification 16 December 2013 2-General requirement for accreditation of slaughterhouses, TBT Not. # G/TBT/N/ARE/182, date of notification 16 December 2013

3-Technical Regulation for Halal Food – part 2 – Requirements for Halal certification bodies, TBT Not. # G/TBT/N/ARE/186, date of notification 4 February 2014 4-Technical Regulation for Halal Food – part 3 – Requirements for halal accreditation bodies

accrediting halal certification bodies, TBT Not. # G/TBT/N/ARE/187, date of notification 4 February 2014.

ESMA is signing MOUs with National Accreditation Bodies to accredit Halal Certification Bodies so that more Halal CBs can be accredited to give Halal certificates to interested exporters 15) N°15: When is the new version of the Guide for imported food going to be made available?

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The GCC Guide for Control on Imported Foods is still experimentally applied and not mandatory



16) N°16: Given that UAE says that provisional application will be in place from June 2016; does this mean that the old certificates will still be accepted during this provisional application? The EU would appreciate clarification on that point. In addition, when is the new certificate to become

mandatory? The GCC Guide for Control on Imported Foods is still experimentally applied and not mandatory



17) N°17: Are the United Arab Emirates intending to accommodate the concern that its new scheme for Halal food products causes in relation to the (timely) accreditation of Certifying Bodies, and if so, in which way?’ How is United Arab Emirates going to promote the ongoing work in GCC

countries to harmonise all regulatory requirements for imported foods, especially in such a way that the GCC harmonised requirements are based on international standards?

The requirements for UAE and GSO will be the same. It will be the GSO 2055-2 for Halal CBs. Also please refer to the answer of question # 14.

18) N°18: Why does not the UEA consider adding an Annex to the draft regulation which would

list the exemptions for the use of mercury in light sources position 1 for compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) and position 4 for high-pressure sodium lamps (HPS)?

All comments which were received from the EU on the notified scheme were reviewed and most of the comments were taken into consideration. The final draft of the scheme was amended accordingly and copy of the amended scheme was sent to the Head of the Trade and Investment

Promotion Section/Permanent Representative of Poland to IRENA. 19) N°19-Why are the four substances which are still used by the European lighting industry: DEHP, BBP, DBP and DIBP still included into a list of prohibited substances in the draft UAE RoHS

act? Please refer to Answer of Question # 18. These additional four substances were added to our draft

regulation and it will be implement in the same proposed date in the new European regulation. 20) EU Question N°20: When are the UAE going to impose VAT on goods and what is the rate

considered? As indicated in the Ministry of Finance website, VAT is likely to be introduced across the UAE on January 1st 2018, the rate will be low and likely to be 5%. VAT, as a general consumption tax, will

apply to the majority of transactions in goods and services. A limited number of reliefs may be granted. For more information please visit: http://www.mof.gov.ae/.

21) EU Question N° 21: Given the large scope of exemptions, could UAE explicit the scope of the

law on competition and in particular give an assessment (even if raw) of the share of the national wealth produced (percentage of GDP) that is covered by competition law? Are cartels prohibited?

Are mergers and acquisitions subject of ex ante notification and if so in which cases?


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Scope of the law At the outset, it is important to underline that the current competition law is the first of its kind in the UAE and reflects a progressive approach in dealing with the competition policy. The aim is to

set-up an evolving mechanism that promotes a competitive environment ruled by market rules

and which could be adapted to changing circumstances arising from the application of the law.

Given their very specific, complex and technical nature, a number of sectors have been carved out from the scope of the application of the Competition Law such as telecommunications, financial services, oil and gas, cultural activities, pharmaceutical, transportation. The purpose is not to protect these sectors from the pressure of competition but to subject them to separate sector-

specific regulations issued and monitored by regulatory bodies, and which provide for competition rules applying specifically to those sectors.

In return, the Competition law does apply to many important sectors, including but not limited to the construction industry (about 10.5% of GDP, 4th important economic sector after oil, trade and real estate); Real estate and Business Services (11% of GDP), Restaurants and Hotels.

Furthermore, the competition law does provide for the possibility of including some exempted sectors (which are covered by sector-specific regulations) within the scope of the law, if the Cabinet decides so.

Cartels

Prohibition of cartels falls under the scope of Article (5) of the Law “Restrictive Agreements”. Prohibited restrictive agreements include but are not limited to, those that fix prices, rig bids, divide markets, allocate customers, preclude or impede entry into a business or business activity,

refuse purchases from, or supplies to, another firm, limit the free flow of goods or services in a relevant market, limit terms of sale or purchase, or prohibit or limit production, development, distribution, marketing or other investments.

Mergers and acquisitions The UAE competition Law regulates Mergers & Acquisitions in Chapter 5 under the broader title

“Economic Concentration. M&A are subject of ex ante notification. The Competition Law provides that a notification must be made to the Ministry of Economy in

writing (mandatory filing requirement) prior to the completion of a M&A deal where a market share threshold is met. A cabinet decision specifying the level of this threshold will be issued soon. 22) EU Question N°22 on price setting and competition:

The food prices in the UAE are set by market forces. However, Federal Law #24 issued on 13/8/2006 on Consumer Protection states in its third article:”

In the event of crisis or extraordinary circumstances in the market that contribute to abnormal increase in the prices; the Minister (of Economy), upon the recommendation from the Committee (The Higher Committee for Consumer Protection), shall adopt procedures to limit this increase,

protect the consumers’ interests. On the basis of this law regulations were issued to regulate the procedures for the determination of whatever is deemed abnormal increase in the prices and monopolies instances which certain measures must be adopted in this regard.

The implementation regulation of this law shall indicate the basis and procedures for the determination of whatever is deemed abnormal increase in the prices and monopolies instances which certain measures must be adopted in this regard.

The Higher Committee for Consumer Protection is chaired by the minister of economy and the

membership comprises various concerned stakeholders from the local economic departments in each emirate, representative of consumer protection associations and private sector representatives.

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23) EU Question N° 23: Could UAE give an indication of the degree of operational autonomy of

this body and some details about its creation, its activities since its creation (number of cases dealt, staff, budget).

The competition regulation committee is formed on the basis of article 12 and 13 of the competition law number 4 for the year 2012. This committee is chaired by the undersecretary for Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Economy and the members in the committee are Ministry of

Economy Assistant Undersecretary for Companies & Consumer Protection and the representative from all local economic departments in each emirate. The duties of this committee as stipulated in the law are as follow:-

1. Proposing the policy for the protection of Competition in the UAE. 2. Considering the issues related to the implementation of the provisions of this Law, and raising recommendations thereon to the Ministry.

3. Proposing legislation and procedures related to the protection of Competition and presenting such legislation and procedures to the Minister. 4. Examining the applications presented to the Committee for reconsideration of the decisions

made by the Minister within no more than ten days from the date of being notified of the decision. 5. Making recommendations to the Minister on the exclusion of restrictive Agreements or the practices relevant to a Dominant Position. 6. Preparing an annual report on the Committee activities to be presented to the Minister.

7. Any other matters related to the protection of Competition which are referred to the Committee by the Federal authorities or the competent authorities in the UAE The competition department at the ministry of economy is the executive body to follow all

activities in relation to the implementation of the competition law. 24) EU Question N°24: Would UAE consider the possibility to make the conditions more

homogeneous among bidders and to provide them with wider and clearer information during these processes as they are considering the adoption of a new law? What is the timeframe for the adoption of a new law on procurement and is there a system of pre consultation of stakeholders?

25) EU Question N°25: Are copyright “recordations” compulsory to benefit from the copyright protection? Is this provision compatible with Article 5(2) of the Berne Convention prohibiting formalities?

Copyright recordation are not compulsory according to the UAE law and its is compatible with article 5(2) of the Berne convention.

26) EU Question N°26: Could the UAE explain the reason why the Ministry of Economy has not issued any licences to such collecting societies in spite of several attempts by EU based organizations in the past?

The UAE law regulates the matter of collecting societies and the issue is being discussed within the framework of the Gulf Cooperation Council

27) EU Question N°27: Does the UAE envisage allowing the opening of subsidiaries of foreign banks, which are currently forbidden?

Currently there are no plans to change the local ownership structure for banks operating onshore in the UAE.

28) EU Question N°28: Does the UAE intend to render more flexible the measures approved for the banking sector in 2010?

The UAE is currently enhancing its regulatory framework for the banking sector in line with

international best practice. New regulations for risk management are being introduced. The UAE is also working towards implementing the Basel III capital and liquidity framework for the banking

sector. Further enhancements of the regulatory framework will include new corporate governance regulations and regulations on internal controls and compliance, financial reporting and outsourcing.

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29) EU Question N°29: Do these and other government owned airlines like Air Arabia and fly Dubai (para. 4.123 p.84) obtain loans and financial services on a commercial basis with no preferential treatment?

The loans of our national carriers are purely commercial from local and international banks with no

preferential treatment.

30) EU Question N°30: Could the UAE provide information/statistics on the number of foreign services providers that established a hotel or restaurant in the UAE? Currently there is no collective data on the UAE level for those numbers, but each emirates has its

own data and the UAE is in the process of harmonizing those data in the near future. The links below from some emirates provide data on tourism:

Dubai https://www.dsc.gov.ae/en-us/Themes/Pages/Tourism.aspx?Theme=30&year=2015.

Abu Dhabi https://scad.ae/en/Pages/ThemePublication.aspx?PID=43&ThemeID=3.

Sharjah

http://sharjahmydestination.ae/en-us/Plan-Your-Trip/Hotels.

Ras Al Kahimah https://www.rak.ae/web/rakportal/hotels;jsessionid=9EB238A7C2CB9579FA67E26057D000FC. 31) EU Question N°31: Does this non-commitment reflect the actual level of liberalization in the

country, i.e. are these sectors closed for foreign services providers? The UAE is bound to its specific commitments.

32) Additional by e-mail : Why does not the UEA consider adding an Annex to the draft regulation which would list the exemptions for the use of mercury in light sources position 1 for compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) and position 4 for high-pressure sodium lamps (HPS)?

This point is one of our major concern with the existing UAE Lighting regulation. This is why just April 2016, ESMA has reconvened the technical committee members for the lighting regulation. We

have initiated the review and update of the lighting regulation to re-align the requirements as well as the structure of the regulation to current practices. Currently, we are in the process of reviewing updated/current regulations (in particular, EU requirements) to check the applicability of such changes to our market.

FOLLOW UP QUESTIONS BY THE EUROPEAN UNION

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EU initial Question N°5: "What is the meaningfulness of a mandatory local services agent or sponsor when establishing a representative office or a branch in the UAE?"

UAE Reply: Service Agent: Citizen provides logistics services only foreign company and has no ownership Commercial Agent: Dealer registered at the Ministry of Economy as an agent for a foreign

company (Agreement between the agent and the foreign company). EU follow-up question (re-formulation of the initial question)

What is the reason behind imposing mandatory use of local services agent or sponsor when establishing a representative office or branch in the UAE? How does this

requirement complement or benefit Emiratisation quotas?

https://www.dsc.gov.ae/en-us/Themes/Pages/Tourism.aspx?Theme=30&year=2015

https://scad.ae/en/Pages/ThemePublication.aspx?PID=43&ThemeID=3

http://sharjahmydestination.ae/en-us/Plan-Your-Trip/Hotels

https://www.rak.ae/web/rakportal/hotels;jsessionid=9EB238A7C2CB9579FA67E26057D000FC

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UAE Reply:

This issue of the local services agent is not directly linked to the Emiratization and the local services agent has a very limited role in sponsoring without any intervention or role in the office or

the branch affairs or its core business. However, the service agent facilitates the issuance of the

professional licence and its renewal in addition to follow up with Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation on visa matters in addition to follow up with other government entities. Furthermore,

The UAE has started to remove the requirements of importing goods through local agents on hundreds of basic food products and further steps will be considered in the future.

Page 39, paragraph 3.28 refers to charges related to "legalization of documents". EU initial Question N°13: Could the UAE clarify what is covered by these?

UAE Reply: The fees of attesting documents related to imported goods include attesting certificate of origin and the Invoice. With regards to legalization of documents related to imported goods the following

documents are required: 1. Original copy of the imported goods invoice legalized by the authorized government entities for

example (MOFA of the country where the good is imported or chamber of commerce) and then it should be legalized by UAE missions in that country. 2. Original copy of certificate of origin legalized by the authorized government entities for example

(MOFA of the country where the good is imported or chamber of commerce) and then it should be legalized by UAE missions in that country.

Both of the above documents should be submitted together to be legalized by UAE missions EU follow-up questions to question N°13:

Could the UAE clarify why the cost of legalizing a document at an UAE Embassy within the EU for the same purpose can differ significantly? (For example, UAE Embassy in London, Commercial or Company Power of Attorney: £400, while UAE Embassy in Berlin:

€800). UAE Reply:

The ratification of documents conducted by UAE Missions abroad is done in accordance with The Cabinet Resolution No. 4 for 2005, regulating the collection of attestation service fees abroad.

However, the difference in prices from one mission to another refers to currency exchange rates versus the UAE dirham, where prices have been fixed in order to avoid fluctuation of currency exchange rates.

The Ministry of Finance has applied E-dirham System in some UAE missions abroad via Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation as per applicable procedures within UAE, and this would be conducted in phases in order to unify services fees.

Secondly, why is it still necessary to obtain a legalization of commercial invoices from the respective UAE Embassies and why are those fees tied to the amount on the invoice

which can result in unexpected and very high legalization cost (above €33,000 the exact fee is not even mentioned)? UAE Reply:

The ratification of documents process by the UAE missions abroad includes verifying and auditing the validity of all documents, in order to speed up other procedures related to commercial process. However, the difference in documents ratification rates refers to the commercial services within

the UAE, which are related to the national economy. This is subject to the regulation mentioned in answering the first part of the question. However,

such regulations might be subject to revision in the future to introduce best practices of trade facilitation.

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RUSSIAN FEDERATION

TRADE POLICIES AND PRACTICES BY MEASURE 3.3.2 Sanitary and phytosanitary requirements

3.67. Generally, the UAE federal regulations on SPS requirements are based on GCC standards. However, the UAE has extensive national legislation to regulate SPS measures. The main national

laws are Federal Law No. 5 of 1979 on agricultural quarantine, as amended, Federal Law No. 6 of 1979 on veterinary quarantine, as amended, and Federal Law No. 10 of 2015 on food safety. All main federal laws, executive by-laws, and ministerial decrees with respect to SPS issues are available on the Ministry of Environment and Water's website.

Question: Could the United Arab Emirates please clarify to which extent the GCC standards are harmonized with the international standards (OIE, IPPC, Codex Alimentarius)? Please further

explain how the GCC standards are implemented into the national legislation? The International Standards and Guidelines (OIE, IPPC and Codex Alimentarius) are the basis for

GCC - cooperation committees on animal health, plant health and food safety. The committee depends on these international guidelines to develop and improve the related legislations and requirements while also to harmonize them at the GCC level, especially those related to importation and exportation measures. The GCC Member States have the right to implement their

local legislation or sanitary measures if the international standards not available or not updated. 1- GSO generally follow with the ISO directive Part1& 2 in the process for the development and

adoption of national standards, below is the main stage in the standards preparation. •Proposal (Annual Plan) Relies on the actual needs of the relevant bodies represented in industrial,

governmental or consumptive sector and giving priority to products having economic, technological •Preparatory (Initial Studies) To collect information related to the subject of standard as well as

existing international and regional standards are studied for preparing the draft standard If international standards are exist and covered the required standard scope, committee

recommended to adopted the national standards, otherwise drafting new standard taking in consideration existing international and regional standards •Committee Stage (Preparation of Draft) The relevant technical committee or (sub-committee or

working group) develops the draft standard in the light of the field study through holding periodic meetings •Enquiry Stage (Circulation for Comment) the draft will be sent to the relevant bodies for studying,

commenting and providing suggestions within 60 day •Comments Stage (Studying Comments) The concerned technical committee studies the received comments and suggestions on the draft standard and carries out the required amendments, if necessary, in order to develop the final form of the draft

•Numbering, Publishing & Circulating Stage The standard is numbered according to approved system and published in Official Gazette then be printed and available for sale, distribution and introduction to the Website and advertising.

After standards approved on the GCC level, all the 6th countries member on the GSO are adopted the standard on the national level

2- More than 90% of GSO standard are harmonized with International standards 3.68. All live animals and animal products (except food products of animal origin) and fodder need an import permit prior to importation issued by the MOEW. Additionally, all live animals and animal

products as well as all plants and plant products are subject to quarantine measures and must be accompanied by a health certificate. Sperm for artificial insemination and hatching eggs may be imported only from countries that have been approved for exporting to the UAE, and must be

accompanied by a health certificate stating that they are from animals free from disease.

According to the authorities, country approval is based on OIE (World Organization for Animal Health) country reports on animal health status. All shipments of food are visually inspected to

ensure compliance with labelling and shelf-life regulations, while random samples are taken from some food consignments (depending on risk assessments) for laboratory tests to ensure compliance with UAE requirements.

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Questions:

1. Could the UAE please provide more information on the import requirements for the breeding cattle and other breeding products (hatching eggs, sperm etc.)? Are these requirements comply with international standards?

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) revıewed all legislatıon regarding importatıon of live animals (cattle, sheep and goats) and their products and a draft of ministerial

decree regulating the importation process. Has been put for decision. The ministry has notified this in document G/SPS/N/ARE/60

The full text of the draft regulation is only available in Arabic. 2. Please specify the agency responsible for risk assessment. What is the method (procedures) for its conduction and what international standards are the basis for it?

In general , according to the draft of the product safety federal law, risk assessment will be accepted from any acceptable agency, accepted by Emirates Standards Agency (ESMA).

As for the animal and food products it is through the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment on the basis of international guide lines and health reports gathering from OIE and the national

legislation. 3. Please provide more detailed information on import requirements for grain.

Imported grain should fulfil the UAE/GSO standards, which is available online through the below URL link: https://etrans.esma.govae/english/purchase-standards/pages/search-results.aspx?k=rain.

3.70. There is ongoing work in GCC countries to harmonize all regulatory requirements for imported foods and provide a coordinated and efficient border inspection and clearance system.

While regulatory requirements and procedures for imported foods are not as yet fully harmonized

between the countries of the GCC, the Guide aims at contributing to the harmonization process. Question:

Could you please clarify when is it planned to finish the harmonization of all regulatory requirements for imported foods in GCC? Whether any significant changes to the import requirements, as well as border inspection and clearance procedures are envisaged after the

harmonization?

The GCC Guide for Control on Imported Foods is still experimentally applied and not mandatory until 1st June 2016. The first week of June there will be a GCC meeting to clarify on the way

forward among many other things. As for the period for feedback, this issue is still under consultation between the GCC members.

More than 98% of the food regulation and test method is harmonized in the GCC countries, currently GCC countries working on the implementation of the GCC Guide for Control on Imported

Foods


4 TRADE POLICIES BY SECTOR 4.1 Agriculture and Fisheries

4.9. Since 2007, the Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority (ADFCA) has been responsible for developing agricultural policies in the emirate and the Abu Dhabi Farmers' Services Centre (ADFSC) is responsible for implementing the policy. Under the Agriculture and Food Safety Policy of 2012 policies for agricultural production are focused on: efficient use of land and water;

assistance to producers to ensure environmental and economically sustainable production; and improving animal and plant health, including through protection of genetic resources. The policy also sets out, in general terms, common agricultural policies for research and development, social

support, control of inputs, animal welfare, extension and training services, and compliance measures.

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Question: Please specify which measures of protection of genetic resources are taken under the mentioned above policy.

4.3 Services

4.3.1.1 Banking 4.3.1.1.1 Structure

4.51. At the end of 2015, the banking sector consisted of 23 national banks with 897 branches, 26 foreign banks with 112 branches, 2 investment banks, 8 wholesale banks, 122 representative offices, 26 finance companies, 25 investment companies and one investment/finance company. Additionally, there were 12 monetary and financial brokers and 141 companies undertaking money

changing and transfer business. Question:

We would like to note that according to Russian bank sector in the last two years our banks have registered an extraordinary growth of rejected operations in interbank cooperation with Emirati banks. Particularly a number of cases with trade-distortive effect was noted in trade finance and

documentary transactions as well as in client cash transfer settlements. In this context, could UAE please give further information on UAE’s plans to address these standing issues and problems of Russia-UAE interbank cooperation?

There issue to be discussed in UAE-Russia Joint Commission.

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THAILAND

Secretariat Report

1) The report stated that The UAE has customs cooperation agreements with several trading partners including: Pakistan (2006); Algeria (2007); Azerbaijan (2011); India (2012); Kazakhstan (2012); Argentina(2013); Armenia (2013); Maldives (2014); the Republic of Korea (2015);

Morocco (2015); and the Netherlands (2015).” What are rationales behind UAE’s selection of parties under such cooperation and has UAE consider increasing such cooperation with other countries.?

There are several Customs Mutual Assistance Agreements (CMAA) that are under negotiation, or been signed but awaiting ratification. The UAE is a major hub in the region and therefore relies on the strengthening of its customs to customs relations to insure secure and facilitated movement of

goods in the supply chain. The CMAA facilitates the exchange of information, intelligence, and best practices. With that the UAE looks at the following: trade volume, number of inquiries, benefits from exchange of best practices, political will, and markets in which the UAE government sees

potential in growth. There are many agreements on the way including one with Thailand. 2) According to the statement, given the number of the participants, would the Golden Card

programme considered successful? What are feedbacks from the participants of the programme? Would the General Administration of Customs in Abu Dhabi consider increasing the number of the participants and how?

This program has been suspended to introduce an international compatible program. The Golden Card was a program which was launched by Abu Dhabi Customs to give facilitation to certain operators but without having the criteria of an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO). With that, the

UAE is working on implementing the AEO with a pilot to be launched in Dubai, and followed by the other Customs administrations. This will make the UAE have a unified and single AEO program in

which it will work to sign Mutual Recognition Arrangements with other Customs Administrations to

further benefit from the program. 3) Thailand would like to know the reason why the Competition Law in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) does not regulate mergers & acquisition and unfair trade practices?

The UAE competition Law does regulate Mergers & Acquisitions in Chapter 5 under the broader title “Economic Concentration” which includes, inter alia, M&A.

As stated in the Secretariat report (WT/TPR/S/338 - page 50; 3.87): “ In addition to the Law on Competition there are several other laws affecting some aspects of competition …..” Regarding

unfair trade practices, the pertinent laws are : - Federal Law No. 4 of 1979 concerning the Suppression of Fraud and Deception in Commercial - Federal Law No. 5 of 1985 in respect of the Civil Transactions Law (Civil Code);

- Federal Law No. 24 of 2006 on Consumer Protection. 4) The report stated that the Competition Law of UAE does not cover 1. Some sectors which

are covered by sector-specific legislation or regulations. 2. Acts undertaken by the federal and local governments, act undertaken by enterprises acting upon authority of federal or local government 3. Small and medium sized enterprises. Please explain a reason/reasons why the law

does not cover “small and medium-sized enterprises”? By exempting the SMEs, the UAE Law is no exception as many national laws and the UNCTAD Model law on Competition provide for such exemptions, given their significant contribution to the

socio-economic development process. Also, the intent of such exemption is to strike the balance

between protecting SMES - with little market power – and maintaining free Competition for the large corporations - with far much more market power.

Nevertheless, the exemption of SMEs will not be used as a blanket protection. Once the definition of “SMEs” is defined by the Cabinet, a decision will be issued to determine the conditions that

should be met by SMEs in order to benefit from this exemption.

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5) The report stated that “The Ministry of Health publishes a list of prices for about 8,000 pharmaceutical products. The prices are decided through consultations between the Ministry and pharmaceutical companies.” Which kind of pharmaceutical products is decided regarding the price by the Ministry of Health for protecting consumer rights?

The ministry of health is seeking more of precise information and clarification to enable them answer the question.

Government Report 6) As members have been engaged for the past few years in negotiations to create an agreement in trade in services, what’s the current status of the aforementioned negotiations?

There have been few meetings held under the umbrella of The Arab League at experts’ level and negotiations still ongoing.

7) The report stated that “A new investment law is under process for domestic ratification and the draft law aims to enhance and develop the investment environment in UAE and to facilitate the attraction of foreign direct investment to economic sectors and areas of developmental priority to

UAE” As a new investment law is under process for domestic ratification and the draft law aims to enhance investment environment and attract foreign direct investment, what are the advantages that foreign investors could obtain from this new law besides the increase of the percentage of foreign ownership of projects up to 100% in the sectors or the activities prescribed by the law ?

In addition to what has been mentioned in the report, the following could be considered as extra advantages for the foreign investors once the law is entered into force:

Up to 100% foreign ownership in projects and various sectors outside the free zones. Assurance of Transparency to put the foreign investor at ease of doing business. One sole committee is formed as reference to issue the list of economic sectors in the seven

Emirates to be covered by the law and this committee is the one also to study the establishment of new projects in newly extended sectors to be covered by the law. Among other matters the draft law regulates procedures of establishment, grievances,

capital and profit transfer, investment rights and guarantees, violations and settling

disputes. 8) The report stated that “The UAE Vision 2021 aims to 1- UAE to be among the top 10

countries in the world at the Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index 2- Raise the contribution of SME’s to Non-Oil GDP at 70% 3- UAE to be among the top 10 countries in the world at the Gross National Income per Capita. 4- UAE is aiming to increase the industrial sector

contribution to GDP by 25% in the coming years.” Since one of the aims under the UAE Vision 2021 is to raise the contribution of SME’s to Non-Oil GDP at 70%, has UAE set the targeted sectors to accomplish this aim? If so, please provide the samples of these sectors. Are there any measures that UAE plans to implement in order to reach this aim?

Yes. The UAE government has set the targeted sectors, which include, but not limited to:

1- Industry

2- Technology

3- Aerospace

4- Transportation

5- Healthcare

6- Education

7- Renewable energy

Various ministries and entities are currently working on developing the proper measures to achieve the UAE targets based on UAE Vision 2021.

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TURKEY

THE GOVERNMENT REPORT

6.2 Regioanl Agreements, 6.2.1 Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), pg. 6, 6.7

It is stated in the Government Report that “On the liberalization of services within the GCC, the Council had liberalized trade in services for roughly 100 subsectors of services, including

professional services, most business services, telecommunication services, banking and other financial services, distribution services, education services, environmental services, health and related social services and tourism services. The GCC members had agreed to progressively liberalize other services sectors and subsectors.”

Could UAE explain the liberalization process of health and related social services and tourism services?

The health and related social services and tourism services are liberalized between the GCC member states.

8.8 Health Care, p. 11, 8.25 It is stated in the Government Report that “There is an increase in number of patients coming to UAE for Treatment from GCC and MENA region. UAE has established itself as leader in health care

sector in the region due to its quality service, infrastructure and advanced technology. Health and wellness tourism is expected to continue to grow strongly with a predicted value CAGR of 12%. Cosmetic treatments account for a large percentage followed by specialty treatments.”

Could UAE provide detailed information regarding the origin countries of patients coming from GCC and MENA region and the top 5 treatments preferred by the mentioned patients?

THE SECRETARIAT REPORT

1-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT pg.12, para. 1.4

“Improving SME access to financing is important for inclusive growth. In this regard, progress has been made in SME finance through the issuance of a new SME Law and the establishment of

financial infrastructure, such as a credit bureau and credit registry. Other initiatives which have been put in place over the past few years include using public funds to facilitate access to credit, fostering financial literacy, and helping business incubation.”

Could UAE give further details on its attempts to improve SME access to financing and the new SME Law?

The UAE government and the private sector have succeeded in improving SME access to financing via the followings:

1- The UAE government issued the SME Law in 2014, which provided strong foundation for SME financing via Emirates Development Bank. 2- The Central Bank of UAE has taken major steps to update and modify its policies with

operating banks in UAE with the objective of increasing access to SME financing. 3- Many banks (UAE and foreign) introduced their own vital financing schemes to SMEs. 4- At present, there are more than (6) federal and local governmental programs to finance SMEs and more than (22) financing schemes for SMEs by banks and investment companies.

1-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT pg.11, para. 1.3

“…the authorities are in the process of drafting a new Foreign Investment Law, which would allow 100% foreign ownership in specific sectors outside the free zones.”

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2.4 Investment Regime pg.29, para 2.54 “The Federal Industry Law stipulates that industrial projects must have 51% UAE national ownership. The law also requires projects to be managed by a UAE national or have a board of

directors with a majority of UAE nationals.”

3.3.4 Taxation and Incentives pg.48, para.3.81

“There are two options to establish a business in the UAE: outside or inside a free zone. The investment regime onshore favours local over foreign investors. All investment projects have to have 51% domestic capital meaning that these companies are allowed a maximum of 49% foreign

ownership. Incentives are given to foreign investors in the free zones. Outside the free zones, no incentives are given, although the ability exists to purchase property as freehold in certain predesignated areas in Dubai, which would appear to be an incentive aimed at attracting foreign

investment.” Could UAE provide further information on the envisaged improvements on the foreign direct

investment regime with the new Foreign Investment Law? Specifically, further information on any possible regulation to bring flexibility into the existing investment regime which requires a domestic capital share of %51 in the company will be appreciated.

In addition to easing restrictions on foreign ownership, does this new Law contain rules on incentives to be given to foreign investors outside the free zones?

The UAE believes that lifting up the 49 per cent foreign equity cap on some sectors of interest for the country as part of its vision and plans for investment outside the designated free zones has a positive impact on the economy. The UAE has taken that into consideration in its new draft foreign

investment to lift up this cap on various economic sectors with a firm belief that it would enhance and support its economic goals and the diversification of the sources of the economy while encouraging competition and strengthening the role of the private sector.

The UAE in its new Foreign Investment Law has designated various sectors, with the exception of oil and gas, which the ownership reaches up to 100% and outside the Free zones.

As for the sectors which are being considered for liberalization under the draft foreign investment law , though the draft law did not yet specify the sectors ,it will be aligned with the Innovation National Agenda Sectors.

2.3.3.1 EFTA-GCC Free Trade Agreement, pp.26, para. 2.32 2.3.3.2 GCC-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (GSFTA), pp.27, para. 2.39

It is mentioned in the Report that, “The EFTA-GCC Free Trade Agreement entered into force on 1 July 2015.” And “The GSFTA entered into force on 1 January 2015.”

In this context, could UAE provide information regarding other countries with which GCC plans to conclude free trade agreements (FTA) in the upcoming period?

While assessing the feasibility of the FTAs, the GCC countries take into consideration the

international and regional economic development and changes in pursuing the FTA negotiations. The GCC countries policy towards these FTA negotiations is currently being revised to decide on the feasibility of resuming negotiations and the GCC Secretariat is in the process of preparing a draft consolidated priority list of FTAs priorities. The UAE, as other GCC members, assesses on its

own its FTAs priorities and coordinates its position with the GCC countries to pursue negotiations in a full harmony as a block in accordance with agreed rules between the GCC States. The negotiations between GCC and China is ongoing, as for other negotiations with countries like

Turkey, Australia,India, Japan, Korea, Pakistan, EU ,and Mercosur there is no specific timeframe

on resuming those negotiations.

2.3.3.3 Negotiations, p.27 It is mentioned in the report that “The GCC is negotiating trade agreements with Australia, China, the EU, India, Japan, the Republic of Korea, MERCOSUR, New Zealand,Pakistan, and Turkey.”

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Could UAE elaborate on the progress made in the mentioned negotiations and when they are

envisaged to be finalized? As mentioned in paragraph 6.2.2 of the report, two agreement were concluded and intered into

force ( GCC-EFTA and GCC-Singapore), and the negotiations with China has resumed, and the resumption of negotiations with others is subject to various economic considerations.

2.2 GCC-Singapore Free Trade Agreement (GSFTA), pg. 27, 2.41 It is stated in the Secretariat Report that “On services, the GSFTA builds on the commitments made by Singapore and the GCC countries at the multilateral level, in particular, the WTO General

Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS). Specifically, Singapore and the GCC have committed to liberalize various services sectors beyond its WTO commitments. Broadly, the schedule of specific commitments include the following sectors: business services: professional services, computer and

related services, rental and others; communication services; construction and related engineering services; distribution services; educational services; environmental services; financial services; health related and social services; tourism; recreational, cultural and sporting services; and

transport services.” Could UAE provide detailed information about its specific commitments on health related and social services?

The GSFTA text and annexes including specific commitments on services are publicly available on these websites:

(http://www.economy.gov.ae/english/Ministry/MinistrySectors/ForeignTradeSector/pages/singapore-gccfta.aspx), (http://www.iesingapore.gov.sg/Trade-From-Singapore/International-Agreements/free-trade-agreements/GSFTA).

Could UAE explain if there are legal or “de facto” restraints on investments of foreign health institutions?

Public healthcare services are administered by different regulatory authorities in the United Arab Emirates at both the Federal and Emirate level. The Ministry of Health, Health Authority-Abu Dhabi (HAAD), the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and the Emirates Health Authority (EHA). Healthcare is

among the priority sectors identified by the UAE government which saves no efforts to facilitate investments in healthcare sector. Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), which is a free zone, is an example of such efforts.

3.3.6.3.107. Government procurement, p.53 It is mentioned in the report that “The Ministry of Finance is required to maintain a registry of

suppliers with all data required for the procurement process. In order to be listed in the registry, a supplier must be a citizen of the UAE, a company registered in the UAE, or a branch of a foreign company operating in the free zones (provided it is registered in the UAE), and it must be licensed

to practice Commercial activities in the UAE (Article 49). The Procurement Organizational Unit in each federal entity is required to evaluate suppliers and remove them from the registry or classify them as qualified, approved, or listed suppliers”

Could UAE explain more about the average time the public procurements bidding process takes when applied by a foreign company operating in the mentioned free zones?

Companies operating in the free zone are not eligible to public procurement biddings. For more information on conditions and requirements on bidding on procurement at Federal Level kindly visit the Ministry of Finance website: http://www.mof.gov.ae/.

http://www.economy.gov.ae/english/Ministry/MinistrySectors/ForeignTradeSector/pages/singapore-gccfta.aspx

http://www.economy.gov.ae/english/Ministry/MinistrySectors/ForeignTradeSector/pages/singapore-gccfta.aspx

http://www.iesingapore.gov.sg/Trade-From-Singapore/International-Agreements/free-trade-agreements/GSFTA

http://www.iesingapore.gov.sg/Trade-From-Singapore/International-Agreements/free-trade-agreements/GSFTA


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UNITED STATES

Page 8, paragraph 16: The Secretariat Report comments that “To be able to benefit fully from its efforts the UAE may need to speed up reforms such as the full implementation of the Competition Policy Law, easing of restrictions on foreign investment including the requirement of majority

ownership by UAE nationals and further improving the business environment.” What steps is the UAE taking to revise its legislation and regulations in order to implement these reforms?

Competition Law: According to the cabinet resolution No. 13 of 2016 the percentage of economic concentration and the dominant position have been set as 40% and for weak effect agreements 10%.

Ease of restrictions on foreign investments: Draft Foreign Investment Law is in advanced stage in the pipeline of the legislative domestic approval procedure, and it is expected to be fully approved before the end of the year. It allows up to 100% foreign ownership outside the free zones in

number of sectors. Questions based on the Secretariat Report (WT/TPR/S/338)

2. TRADE AND INVESTMENT REGIME Investment Regime

Page 28, paragraph 2.46: The report describes the objectives of Vision 2021. How will these goals be accomplished? What steps are you taking? Are foreign companies involved? What are the

benchmarks and timelines? UAE Vision aims to a diversified and flexible knowledge-based economy will be powered by skilled

Emiratis and strengthened by world-class talent to ensure long-term prosperity for the UAE. The UAE will benefit from a sustainable and diversified economy, flexible in adopting new economic

models, and capitalizing on global economic partnerships to guarantee long-term prosperity for current and future generations of Emiratis. Thus, to sustain its drive toward economic

diversification, as this is the nation’s surest path to sustainable development in a future that is less reliant on oil. This means expanding new strategic sectors to channel our energies into industries and services where we can build a long-term competitive advantage. Balanced growth must be

fuelled by a sustainable range of energy sources, within which the UAE will ensure an important role for alternative and renewable options such as nuclear power.

To ensure lasting competitiveness, the nation will look beyond traditional economic models and take a more flexible perspective. Businesses will adopt an increasingly customer-centric approach to customizing their products and services, and will learn to coordinate in efficient networks to meet the complex demands of the marketplace.By stimulating home-grown entrepreneurship and

attracting foreign direct investment, our economy will mature into a model of sustainable and responsible growth that will ensure long-term prosperity for all Emiratis.

The UAE Vision 2021 aims: 1- UAE to be among the top 10 countries in the world at the Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index 2- Raise the contribution of SME’s to non-oil GDP at

70% 3- UAE to be among the top 10 countries in the world at the Gross National Income per Capita. 4- UAE is aiming to increase the industrial sector contribution to GDP by 25% in the coming years.

UAE is progressively restructuring the legal and regulatory environment to align it with global best practices in transparency, investment protection and competitiveness. The ultimate goal is to create a friendly environment for business. Currently we have issued a number of laws and

working on upgrading a number of key legislation, especially with regard to the development of the country's economic infrastructure and investment environment.

The newly issued laws are: 1- Federal law for Commercial Companies 2- Federal law for SMEs, to support the role of private enterprises in stimulating economic growth through innovation and diversification 3- Federal law for Competition which is aimed at promoting the principle of competition and evolving a competitive market that is ruled by sheer market 4- Federal law for

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amending some provisions of Federal Law No. 4 of 2002 concerning Anti-money Laundering 5-

Federal Law on regulating the Profession of Auditors. The newly laws in process 1- Federal law for Commercial Fraud 2- Federal law for Arbitration. 3-

Federal law for Anti-Dumping, Preventive and Countervailing Measures 4- Federal law amending the prior law on regulating and protection of Industrial Property Patents, Fees and Industrial Designs 5- Federal law to amend certain provisions of the prior law 1979 on regulating the

Industry. The vision will be achieved through the current strong partnership that the country has with different nations, the UAE started already establishing cooperation mechanisms in many areas that

the vision targeted in a form of MOUs, cooperation agreements that involve both public and private sectors.

Page 28, paragraph 2.48: The report states that “the legal framework in the UAE favours local over foreign investors, investment laws and regulations are being reconsidered and supplemented to make the investment regime more transparent and investor-friendly, including the introduction

of a new Foreign Direct Investment Law.” Can UAE elaborate? When will the law be implemented? What are the priority sectors for easing the disparity? It’s at advanced stage of the legislative domestic approval procedure, and is expected to be fully

approved before the end of the year. The UAE believes that lifting up the 49 per cent foreign equity cap on some sectors of interest for

the country as part of its vision and plans for investment outside the designated free zones will have positive impact on the economy. The UAE has taken that into consideration in its new draft foreign investment to lift up this cap on various economic sectors with a firm belief that it would

enhance and support its economic goals and the diversification of the sources of the economy while encouraging competition and strengthening the role of the private sector.

The UAE in its new Foreign Investment Law has designated various sectors, with the exception of oil and gas, which the ownership reaches up to 100% and outside the Free zones.

The law did not specify the sectors but it will be aligned with the Innovation National Agenda Sectors .

Page 29, paragraph 2.53: The Secretariat Report states: “The provisions of the Commercial Agencies Law require that foreign principals distribute their products in the UAE only through

exclusive commercial agents that can be UAE nationals or companies wholly owned by UAE nationals. The foreign entity can appoint one agent for the entire UAE or for a particular emirate or group of emirates.” What steps is the UAE taking to revise its legislation and regulations in order to eliminate the requirement that foreign entities act through an Emirati agent?

The UAE has started to remove the requirements of importing goods through local agents on hundreds of basic food products and further steps will be considered in the future.

Page 29, paragraph 2.54: The Secretariat Report states: “The Federal Industry Law stipulates that industrial projects must have 51% UAE national ownership. The law also requires projects to be

managed by a UAE national or have a board of directors with a majority of UAE nationals.” What steps is the UAE taking to revise its legislation and regulations in order to eliminate this requirement?

UAE is currently reviewing its legislation pertaining to the industrial sector; inter alia, the Federal Law No 1 of 1979 organizing industrial affairs, but not necessarily with the exclusive objective to eliminate the national ownership requirement of 51%. In fact, the proposed amendment is mainly

seeking to ensure the ease of setting up an industrial plant in the UAE for both local and foreign

investors in accordance with the 51% rule.

UAE has always explained and reiterated that the 51% national ownership is not against foreign investment in the UAE but instead welcomes all investments however this rule has always taken into consideration the demographic conditions of UAE.

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Page 30, paragraph 2.59: The report cites a new Insolvency Law, which was approved by the Cabinet in July 2015. When will this law be implemented? Page 30 paragraph 2.61: What effect does Federal Law No. 2 of 2014 on Small and Medium-Sized

Enterprises have on foreign-owned businesses?

The Federal Law No (2) of 2014 on Small and Medium Sized Enterprises have a highly positive

effect on foreign-owned businesses via the followings: 1- UAE nationals who win procurement or services contracts with the federal government, can subcontract with foreign-owned businesses to be the supplies or the providers of services although

the legal responsibility will be primarily on the part of the national SME Company. 2- Foreign-owned business have to become more competitive in order to win subcontracts with

local SME Company. The SME Law has provided incentives for companies that apply R&D and innovation to make its products more commercially competitive.

3. TRADE POLICIES AND PRACTICES BY MEASURE Measures Directly Affecting Imports Customs procedures and requirements

Page, 32, Paragraph 3.5: The Secretariat Report states: “Importing into, or exporting from, the UAE customs territory requires a trading licence and a trader code which is available from the customs department of each emirate and which applies throughout the UAE. To qualify for a

licence the applicant must be a UAE national or a company established in the UAE that is 51% owned by UAE nationals. Distribution of imported goods may only be undertaken by trade agencies which must be owned by UAE nationals or by companies wholly owned by UAE nationals.” What

steps is the UAE taking to revise its legislation and regulations in order to eliminate these requirements?

For trading purposes the Customs Administration requires a Trading License or Manufacturing

License which has to be issued by the Economic Departments or the Ministry of Economy. Currently there is no revision to the legislation.

Other charges affecting imports Page 39, Paragraph 3.28: The Secretariat Reports states: “Apart from customs duties and charges

related to legalization of documents, no other duties or charges are applied to imports.” When does the UAE plan to end the requirement for international exporters to legalize (also referred to consularize) certain commercial documents at UAE Embassies and Consulates before they can

export to the UAE? How do consular fees relate to the cost of the purported service provided? Are legalized certificates of origin required for all imports, including those imports not applying for preferential treatment?

UAE did not yet undertake a study regarding the elimination of the requirement to legalize invoices and certificates of origin and at this point it is not on the agenda of UAE to eliminate the payment of consular fees.

The consular fees are paid through one of the fourth methods that UAE has put in place to enable an easy payment of the required fees as follows:

1- Electronic Dirham. 2- UAE Embassies and consulates in the exporting country. 3- Banks subsidiaries in UAE.

4- Offices of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in UAE.

Legalized certificates of origin are required for all imports, including non preferential certificates of

origin. Anti-dumping, countervailing, and safeguard measures

Page 42, paragraph 3.36: The Secretariat’s Report references the Rules of Implementation to the GCC Common Law. We note that the UAE has not notified the Rules of Implementation, while the

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other GCC Members have. Please clarify when the UAE will make its required notification to the

appropriate WTO committees. UAE will make its notification of the Rules of Implementation to the GCC Common Law on

antidumping, safeguards and countervailing measures before the next regular meeting of the WTO Rules Committees on antidumping, safeguards and Subsidy and Countervailing Measures scheduled for October 2016.

Export Support and Promotion Pages 43-44, Paragraph 3.48: According to the Secretariat Report, the Export Assistance

Programme (EAP) provides grant payments up to one-third of expenses for marketing activities related to eligible products. Could UAE explain how Dubai Exports determines EAP eligibility in terms of which products, marketing activities and expenses may benefit from the program?

Besides Dubai Exports, what other government authorities are involved in the program?

Besides paying up to one-third of expenses, are there any other limitations to the amount of grants provided to any company or industrial sector? Will UAE submit notification of this program pursuant to the notification requirements under Article 25 of the SCM Agreement? If not, could UAE explain why this program should not be subject to those requirements?

The EAP is a program designed by Dubai Exports Development Establishment, a trade promotion body in the Emirate of Dubai. However, it is important to point out that this program is on hold

from last year up to date. For the sake of comprehensibility, it is noteworthy to mention that the program is exclusively

destined for small and Medium Enterprises (SME's) that are members of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum program for the promotion of SME's in the emirate of Dubai with the view to support them in exploiting the opportunities of the international trade.

The program as highlighted above is open for all SME's including those not yet actively exporting and without consideration of the nature of the activity that they are undertaking whether commercial, service or industry, and thereby it is goes without saying that the program does not

cover specific range of products but it is available to all products and services made by SME's Members of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum program for the promotion of SME's in the emirate of Dubai.

The EAP is given to SME's upon the fulfillment of 3 steps proceeding as described below: First: EAP membership via the submission of a general set of documents (Passport Copy, Trade

License or Industrial License, Financial Statement for the last 2 years). Second: submission of the appropriate form concerning the Marketing Activity pre-approval

(Market Visit, Trade Exhibition -Market Research - Buyer Visit). Third: Grant of payment, it happens when the Company undertakes activity, Submit all

preapproved expenses with original receipt & other supporting documents to get the reimbursement after validating all expenses. There are no other Government Authorities that are involved in the program, that as we have said

above it is on hold from the last year up to date. Besides the limitation in relation to the amount of reimbursement, there is another limitation

pertaining to the amount given to any company which is related to a limited number of activities

per year that the company can ask for it under the EAP program, which is mainly a maximum of one activity per year for the concerned marketing activity (Market Research - Buyer Visit, etc ) and

a total of four activities per year for both Exhibitions and Market Visit.

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UAE would like to note that this program is not subject to the notification requirements under Article 25 of the SCM Agreement which is applicable to only subsidies which are specific within the meaning of Article 2 of the said Agreement.

Standards and Other Technical Requirements

Page 44, Paragraph 3.53: The report notes that the legal and institutional framework remain largely unchanged. In a response to a question submitted at the last TPR, the UAE noted, “ESMA is

working on the development of a new Committee Workspace for the Standards Hub, which will significantly improve the usability, functionality and performance of the Committee. The new Committee Workspace, within the Standards Hub, is expected to be launched in the third quarter of 2012.” What is the sttaus of the new workspace? How has it affected the operation of the

technical committees? The Workspace for the Standards Hub has been postponed based on the fact that The UAE

National technical committee is utilizing the Gulf Standards 0rganisation ( GSO) committee work space which conforms more than 95% of the technical work on preparing standards.

Sanitary and Phytosanitary Requirements Page 47, paragraph 3.69: Can the UAE identify what benefits and challenges were observed during implementation of the Guide on a trial basis? How did the UAE address any challenges? Can the

UAE describe implementation plans or next steps after the trial basis for the Guide concludes on 1 June 2016?

The GCC Guide for Control on Imported Foods is still experimentally applied and not mandatory



Page 47, paragraph 3.70: How are the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC), and the Codex Alimentarius standards and

guidance considered in the GCC’s imported food regulations, as stipulated in Article 3 of the WTO SPS Agreement?

The International Standards and Guidelines (OIE, IPPC and Codex Alimentarius) are the basis for GCC - cooperation committees on animal health, plant health and food safety. The committee depends on these international guidelines to develop and improve the related legislations and

requirements while also to harmonize them at the GCC level, especially those related to importation and exportation measures. The GCC Member States have the right to implement their local legislation or sanitary measures if the international standards not available or not updated.

State-owned enterprises and privatization Page 47, paragraph 3.73: The UAE became a WTO Member on April 10, 1996. Yet, since then, the

UAE has failed to notify its state trading enterprises to the Working Party on State Trading Enterprises. Please identify when the UAE will make its required notification. For the past few years, this topic was not among the primary priorities as we were focusing on

developing the state trade policy as well as working on gradual liberalization of trade in addition to setting the legislative framework. Also, the STE definition was kind of vague and hard to determine especially in our case where we have a federal government and seven domestic governments. Thus, this matter will be under consideration.

Taxation and Incentives

Page 48, Paragraph 3.81: The Secretariat Report mentions that as an incentive to investors outside of free zones, property is made available for purchase as “freehold in certain predesignated areas” in Dubai. Could UAE provide additional information regarding these

predesignated areas in terms of what government authorities make these designations and by what criteria? What sort of property is available for this incentive, is it public land and buildings?

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How is purchase as freehold different from normal purchase of property in Dubai? What investors

are eligible to purchase property as freehold under this program? Do investors in certain industrial sectors get priority? Will UAE submit notification of this program pursuant to the notification requirements under Article 25 of the SCM Agreement? If not, could UAE explain why this program

should not be subject to those requirements? Pages 48-49, Paragraphs 3.82-3.86

The Secretariat Report mentions that two-thirds of the UAE’s non-oil export production originate from nearly 40 free zones, where investors enjoy tax, duty and other incentives. Could UAE provide additional information regarding the incentive programs in these free zones, including what eligibility criteria the relevant authorities use to determine who may get these incentives?

All Free Zones based Companies enjoy incentives such as: 100% foreign ownership with 100% repatriation of capital and profits.

0% corporate taxes and no personal income taxes for 50 years. Exemptions from customs duties in the Free Zone, as per Article 78a of the GCC Customs Code.

Absence of currency restrictions. No restrictions on employment and exemption from other domestic regulations that apply in

the customs territory

Will UAE submit notification of these free zone incentives pursuant to the notification requirements under Article 25 of the SCM Agreement? If not, could UAE explain why these incentives should not be subject to those requirements?

There are no differences between the designated areas and other areas in Dubai in purchasing properties. There are many designated area determined by a law issued by the Government of

Dubai in which it will allow non-locals and non-GCC entities to own properties. Same rules and fees are applicable on purchase of properties in Dubai whether in the designated areas or other area.

The investors who purchased properties will be entitled to a certificate of ownership issued by the Land Department in Dubai in favor of the investor confirming his right over the purchased property.

There is no special program or subsidy to purchase property for investors. The interested investors may purchase property from main developers for the purpose of building a multi-story building either residential or commercial or multi use purpose. Also the investor may purchase units either

villas or apartments off-plan or ready to occupy. There is no priority in any industrial sector granted to investors in Dubai.

As we said before the same rules and fees which apply on properties in Dubai will apply on properties in the designated are such as 4% fees on the purchased price on any sale and purchase transaction of property which will be collected by the competent authority which is the Land Department in Dubai.

The incentives offered in the free zones are mainly related to tax regime and exemption from customs duties and there are no really any subsidies or countervailing offerings in the free zones.

Intellectual Property Rights

Page 22, Table 2.1 and Page 55, Paragraph 3.123: The Secretariat Report notes that Federal Law No. 7 of 2002 concerning copyrights and neighboring rights was amended by Law No. 32 of 2006. Please summarize the key amendments made in 2006, especially those that that address limitations and exceptions and as well as other significant changes.

The only modification in the amended law was to change the jurisdiction of the Copyright and Related Rights from the Ministry of Information and Culture to become affiliated to the Ministry of

Economy. Page 55, Paragraph 3.118 and Page 56 Table 3.10: The Secretariat Report notes that in April

2015, under Ministerial Resolution No. 9 of 2015, the Ministry of Economy increased many fees,

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including copyright recordation fees which were raised from Dh 30 to 300 for a legal person and to Dh 100 for a natural person. Has the increase in fees had any effect on the number of copyrights that have been recorded? Table 3.10, which lays out copyright registration requests and approvals, shows that there has been a decline in requests from 2012 to 2015. Is this attributable to the raise

in fees or to something else?

The decline in requests is not due to the raise in fees, as the copyright is protected by the law

without registration and the registration is not mandatory thus the figures of registration various every year. Page 57, Paragraph 3.133: The Secretariat states that “In order to establish an environment that

promotes innovation and encourages investment in IP-related areas, the UAE has implemented programmes to increase awareness regarding IP protection.” Please describe the programmes that have been implanted to increase awareness of copyright protection as well as the outcomes of

those programs The Ministry of Economy and for the sake of public awareness has organized workshops, seminars

and training for judges and prosecutors, students at the universities, employees in government agencies and for the private sector. Government Procurement

Page 52, Paragraph 3.101 The Secretariat report notes that the United Arab Emirates is neither an observer to nor a member

of the WTO’s Agreement on Government Procurement (GPA). The addition of the UAE to the GPA would constitute an important expansion of the GPA. In light of the adoption of the revised GPA, does the UAE have plans to consider acceding to the WTO GPA? Does the UAE intend to become an

observer to the GPA?

The UAE National Committee on WTO comprising the concerned stakeholders from both public and private sectors headed by HE Minister of Economy and based on its mandate has formed a national

technical team on government procurement. This national team, whose membership comprises of

various stakeholders, has among its duties to study and assess and the government procurement sector developments at the multilateral level and domestically in UAE. The technical team may assess this matter in the future.

Questions based on the Report by the United Arab Emirates (WT/TPR/G/338)

Economic Development Page 3, Paragraph 1.3: The report states, “Moreover, the Government aims not only to achieve leading positions in global reports, but to also provide a good life for its citizens. Therefore the

National Agenda seeks to place the UAE among the top countries in the world in income per capita and ensure high levels of national participation in the private sector workforce.” How does UAE plan to achieve this? Will UAE pass new laws? What is the timeline? What are the benchmarks?

The UAE National Agenda, which was developed by over 300 officials from 90 federal and local government entities, includes a set of national indicators in the sectors of education, healthcare,

economy, police and security, housing, infrastructure and government services. These indicators are long-term, measure performance outcomes in each of the national priorities, and generally compare the UAE against global benchmarks. The national indicators are periodically monitored by Government leadership to ensure their targets are achieved by 2021.Whenever needed and for the

purpose of pushing this further the legislations needed will be prepared and passed in accordance with the timelines assigned in the national agenda.

For more information about the timeline and the main enablers of the national agenda, please

check this website: https://www.vision2021.ae/en.

Economic Growth Page 4. Paragraph 2.11: The report states, “The main investments sectors in UAE are manufacturing, construction, transportation, financial services, wholesale & retail, technical services, electricity & air conditionings, information & technology and real estate.” Does UAE plan

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to attract private investment to fill these needs? What manufacturing subsectors does the UAE

wish to promote? UAE has always given importance role to private investment either through ease of doing business

or via putting in place a modern infrastructure that gives investors access to all facilities, and this is applicable to the domestic private investment as well as the foreign private investment. Additionally, the UAE, as explained in the report, is drafting a new Foreign Investment Law that

will reflect the importance of the private investment and at the same time will provide further opportunities to the private investment to carry out activities in various sectors.

In response to the question pertaining to the manufacturing sub-sectors that UAE wish to promote,

it is important to note that UAE is very enthusiastic to establish a knowledge based industry that will unlock the knowledge and innovation potential of the UAE with the view to reach 5% innovation related to GDP by 2021. On the other hand, it is noteworthy that UAE manufacturing

strategy is not focusing on picking some industrial sectors, but instead of that its policy intervention is based on two dimensions relating (1) to Facilitating knowledge dispersion and (2) Moving up the value chain. In this respect, it is important to point out that UAE is undertaking a

thorough study on industrial sector that will develop concrete policies and project action plans that will allow the increase UAE GDP and equally important level up the input of the Industrial sector in the GDP.

Fiscal Policy Page 5, Paragraph 4.3: The report states, “Subsidy cuts will save government spending which can

be spent on projects to improve infrastructure, education and health. This productive spending will increase economic activity and will generate employment opportunities and substantial benefits in the long term. This also will help government to spend and realize the goal of increasing Research

& Development as per Innovation Strategy. However, the savings made from removing the subsidies can result on tangible long term economic benefits in the form of increasing infrastructure spending and the creation of job opportunities across different public and private

sectors.” What is the timeline for this work?

UAE Investment Framework

Pages 8-9, Paragraph 8.4: The report states, “A new investment law is under process for domestic ratification and the draft law aims to enhance and develop the investment environment in UAE and to facilitate the attraction of foreign United Arab Emirates direct investment to economic sectors

and areas of developmental priority to UAE. Moreover, to help building an economy that is based on knowledge, innovation and creativity through enabling FDI in distinguished economic sectors of a high value added that contribute to expanding and diversifying the economy, transfer of technology, know how, create job opportunities for UAE citizens and to facilitate the optimum

integration of the UAE in the global value added chains.” What are the “economic sectors and areas of developmental priority?” How will this FDI flow be enabled?

The FDI will be enabled through various elements in the draft law and the most important one is the foreign ownership which would reach up to 100% outside the free zones.

The law did not specify the sectors but it will be aligned with the Innovation National Agenda Sectors. It will also focus on industry with heavy technology content and innovative projects. Other questions (i.e. issues not covered by either report)

Does UAE have dedicated IP courts? If so, are they present across the country and what types of matters do the courts consider, such as criminal violations or civil infringement actions?

No dedicated IP courts but there are specialized judges in IP.

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CANADA

Secretariat Report 1) Is the UAE able to provide a tentative or illustrative list of specific sectors that would have

foreign ownership limitations removed under the new, draft law?

The law did not specify the sectors but it will be aligned with the Innovation National Agenda Sectors.

2) Could the UAE please provide more information on the Abu Dhabi Commercial Court, specifically how it responds to the needs of the expanding business sector in the emirate (e.g., faster process, broader investment restrictions)?

The Commercial Court consists of full bench and partial bench courts, court of appeal, as well Reconciliation Committee that helps the Court reach amicable alternative dispute resolutions.

Consistent to its Mission, the Commercial Court seeks to provide businesses with state-of-the-art judicial services supported with the best and latest technologies and in accordance with its vision that aims to administer justice based on internationally avowed best-in-class practices. By this, it

observes the specific situation of the disputing parties to case, particularly in terms of the importance of time to businessmen. The Commercial Court allocated an evening shift for adjudication, notary public services, in

addition to other free-of-charge services to the public including application form completion, photocopying, faxing … etc. Moreover, the Court lobbies are provided with (LCD) electronic screens that guide the relevant customers including the litigants, lawyers, witnesses and others to the

accurate timings and places. The Court also established an e-Registration Office to register the cases referred by the Reconciliation Committee to be forwarded to the competent entities, to set a hearing date and assign a judge.

With international best practices in place, the Commercial Court makes a significant progress in terms of speed and accuracy of case management, a measure which brings it closer to distinction during the next five years, and which boosts its pursuit to strongly support the economic growth in

the Emirate. 3) In the context of expanding trade infrastructure, are specific projects already planned or

commenced and will any such projects be open to foreign investment and service providers? Yes, there are many ongoing infrastructure projects in all emirates especially Abu Dhabi and Dubai

i.e expansion of Abu Dhabi and Dubai airports and Expo 2020. Many other projects are open for foreign investment and service providers. 4) With respect to the aerospace sector, what does an “enabling environment” entail? How will

the government help create such an environment? The government also established UAE Space Agency to regulate and support the space sector in

the country and to strengthen its position in this field. The government has heavily invested to create an aerospace business environment and as an

outcome of this Mubadala aerospace (for more information http://www.mubadala.com/) has created a free zone and established (Strata) company which is now supplying Boeing composite parts on the B787 aircraft. For more information please visit http://www.space.gov.ae/.

5) Does the exemption of transport services, acts or enterprises owned or controlled by the Federal Government or local government, and small- and medium-sized enterprises from the Competition Law mean that the objectives for these sectors are not to promote a competitive

market governed by market mechanisms? Absolutely not. The exemption of transport services from the coverage of the law means that the

competition issues relating to this sector should be handled by the specific legislation regulating this sector.

http://www.mubadala.com/

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Regarding the acts or enterprises owned or controlled by the Federal Government or local

government, as well as the SMEs, the UAE Law is no exception as many national laws and the UNCTAD Model law on Competition provide for such exemptions, given their significant contribution to the socio-economic development process.

In general, It is important to emphasize that the current competition law is the first of its kind in the UAE and reflects a progressive approach in dealing with the competition policy. The aim is to

set-up an evolving mechanism that promotes a competitive environment ruled by market rules and which could be adapted to changing circumstances arising from the application of the law. In this respect, the law does provide for the possibility of including some exempted sectors (which are covered by sector-specific regulations) within the scope of the law, if the Cabinet decides so.

Promoting a competitive market governed by market mechanisms continues to be the primary objective for the UAE government in regard to all sectors including SMEs. As a matter of fact, the

extensive policies and initiatives taken by the UAE government in the last few years to encourage SME entrepreneurs through various stimulus, asserts the UAE’s government efforts to strengthen a competitive market governed by the market mechanisms.

6) For these 19 tariff lines, could the UAE please explain how it ensures that the applied specific duty does not exceed the bound rate?

The UAE will abide by its ceiling binding commitments and the non-advolarem does not exceed the ceiling binding.

7) As the UAE has adopted procurement rules similar to those in the WTO GPA, does the UAE have plans to accede to the WTO Agreement on Government Procurement in the foreseeable future?

The UAE National Committee on WTO comprising the concerned stakeholders from both public and private sectors headed by HE Minister of Economy and based on its mandate has formed a national

technical team on government procurement which has among its duties to study and assess and

the government procurement sector developments at the multilateral level and domestically in UAE. The technical team may assess this matter in the future.

8) In the meantime, would the UAE consider becoming an observer to the Committee on Government Procurement?

In addition to the reply to question 7, the Technical team may assess this issue in the future. 9) Could the UAE explain whether and how the planned new law will affect foreign-based suppliers? Will foreign-based suppliers be able to bid on government tenders, and if so, will they

be treated the same as domestic suppliers? Will the new law maintain price preferences for locally-owned companies?

10) Will the new law on government procurement apply to procurement by the different emirates or only to procurement by the federal government?

11) Will the new law be in line with the UNCITRAL model law on public procurement? 12) Does this price preference also apply in the free zones?

In the emirate of Dubai if the company with 10 million dirham in capital and at least 51 % owned by UAE or GCC nationals which are located in the free zones will enjoy the price reference.

13) Could the UAE please provide details on the types of transport equipment and parts that will

be manufactured in the Dubai Industrial City (e.g., aerospace parts, auto parts, etc.)?

Dubai Industrial City offers a cost effective and efficient business ecosystem to the region’s surging manufacturing sectors Further detailed information on sectors visit: http://www.dubaiindustrialpark.ae/.

http://www.dubaiindustrialpark.ae/

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CHINESE TAIPEI

Secretariat Report 1) Please indicate what some of the plausible causes for the UAE’s capital outflow in services

are. 2) Will the UAE’s new government procurement law expected to come into force in 2016 ensure the transparency of the bidding process and apply to all bidders, whether domestic or foreign?

3) Does the UAE plan to negotiate double taxation avoidance agreements with other countries (in addition to the aforesaid 92 countries) immediately and/or in the future?

4) Do the labelling requirements for energy efficiency become technical barriers for foreign products?

Any new technical requirements are considered to be a potential barrier for trade. In ESMA, one of our goals is energy conservation/environment protection. However, we understand the importance of trade given that UAE is considered as a “trade-hub” in the region. In this regard, our way of

developing such regulations involves, 1. Consideration/adoption of existing text methods from international standards; 2. Consultative meeting with manufacturers and experts;

3. Industry meetings with stakeholders; 4. Official Gazette publications; 5. Active awareness campaigns.

Thus effectively minimizing the effect of such regulations in the market.

Energy efficiency labelling is designed to be a technical barrier for inefficient products. (Our efficiency levels are in-line with the current levels enforced by major markets around the world.)

5) Given that the oil prices have plunged, what is the fiscal situation of the UAE?

Despite the decline of oil prices the federal government budget for the year 2016 reached 13.6 billion dollars with a deficit almost nil. The year 2015 witnessed the largest budget in the history of

UAE with an increase of 6.3 %.The UAE is the least country affected by oil process due to the diversification of the economy diversity which achieved minimization the contribution of the oil sector in the GDP to almost 30%.

6) What is the impact on the energy efficiency of the transport sector after the subsidies were removed in August 2015?

7) What are the regulations for foreign companies that operate the services of exploration, processing and distribution in oil and natural gas?

All activities related to oil and natural gas are regulated by the local governments (for each emirate). For example In Abu Dhabi its regulated by the supreme petroleum council and Dubai by supreme council of energy.

8) Will the United Arab Emirates consider further liberalizing the market access for foreign banks?

Foreign banks have access to the UAE market – retail and wholesale. The regulatory regime is consistent across domestic and foreign banks.

9) If so, could the United Arab Emirates please elaborate on these plans and the anticipated

timeframes?

Currently there are no plans to change the local ownership requirements for banks operating onshore in the UAE.

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Government Report

10) The UAE has succeeded in diversifying its economy by increasing non-oil sectors contribution to GDP. What have been the key elements of the UAE’s economic diversification strategy?

UAE Vision aims to a diversified and flexible knowledge-based economy will be powered by skilled Emiratis and strengthened by world-class talent to ensure long-term prosperity for the UAE. The UAE will benefit from a sustainable and diversified economy, flexible in adopting new economic

models, and capitalizing on global economic partnerships to guarantee long-term prosperity for current and future generations of Emiratis. Thus, to sustain its drive toward economic diversification, as this is the nation’s surest path to sustainable development in a future that is less reliant on oil. This means expanding new strategic sectors to channel our energies into industries and services where we can build a long-term competitive advantage.Balanced growth must be

fuelled by a sustainable range of energy sources, within which the UAE will ensure an important

role for alternative and renewable options such as nuclear power. To ensure lasting competitiveness, the nation has looked beyond traditional economic models and

took a more flexible perspective. Businesses will adopt an increasingly customer-centric approach to customizing their products and services, and will learn to coordinate in efficient networks to meet the complex demands of the marketplace.By stimulating home-grown entrepreneurship and

attracting foreign direct investment, our economy will mature into a model of sustainable and responsible growth that will ensure long-term prosperity for all Emiratis.

The National Innovation Strategy was launched on October 2014 with the aim of making the UAE one of the most innovative nations in the world within seven years which will stimulate innovation in seven sectors where innovation is key to excellence: renewable energy, transport, education, health, technology, water and space. Its first phase includes 30 national initiatives to be completed

within three years. These include new legislation, innovation incubators, investment in specialized skills, private sector incentives, international research partnerships and an innovation drive within government.

11) As the UAE has already been promoting home-grown entrepreneurship and attracting foreign direct investment, please explain how this will help achieve a lasting competitive edge.

Would the UAE please elaborate on the measures and/or legislations which will be put into place for this strategy? When does the UAE expect to reach its goals? What growth rate does the UAE expect to achieve?

The government aims not only to achieve leading positions in global reports, but to also provide a good life for its citizens. Therefore the National Agenda seeks to place the UAE among the top countries in the world in income per capita and ensure high levels of national participation in the

private sector workforce. The UAE Vision 2021 aims to 1- UAE to be among the top 10 countries in the world at the Global

Entrepreneurship and Development Index 2- Raise the contribution of SME’s to Non-Oil GDP at 70% 3- UAE to be among the top 10 countries in the world at the Gross National Income per Capita. 4- UAE is aiming to increase the industrial sector contribution to GDP by 25% in the coming years.

Industrial sector is the main dynamo of the national economy performance and an important factor of the development and diversification of the income source, a comprehensive and integrated

industrial strategy is in final stages to be issued. UAE is progressively restructuring the legal and regulatory environment to align it with global best

practices in transparency, investment protection and competitiveness. The ultimate goal is to create a friendly environment for business. Currently issued a number of laws and working on upgrading a number of key legislation, especially with regard to the development of the country's

economic infrastructure and investment environment.

The newly issued laws are: 1- Federal law for Commercial Companies 2- Federal law for SMEs, to support the role of private enterprises in stimulating economic growth through innovation and

diversification 3- Federal law for Competition which is aimed at promoting the principle of competition and evolving a competitive market that is ruled by sheer market 4- Federal law for

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amending some provisions of Federal Law No. 4 of 2002 concerning Anti-money Laundering 5- Federal Law on regulating the Profession of Auditors. The newly laws in process 1- Federal law for Commercial Fraud 2- Federal law for Arbitration. 3-

Federal law for Anti-Dumping, Preventive and Countervailing Measures 4- Federal law amending

the prior law on regulating and protection of Industrial Property Patents, Fees and Industrial Designs 5- Federal law to amend certain provisions of the prior law 1979 on regulating the

Industry. For more information about the UAE strategy and vision kindly refer to http://www.vision2021.ae/. 12) What are the regulations for the American private industries to participate in developing

sustainable energy sources and expanding into the UAE’s market? There has been a wording mistake in this sentence where it should read: THE UAE welcomes all

private industries to participate in achieving this ambitious goal. The partnership and cooperation is open with all countries that seek to cooperate in this sector.

Masdar City is one of the world’s most sustainable, low-carbon cities. A complete ecosystem, the city integrates knowledge, research and development, a technology cluster and a free zone. The city, a hub of innovation and sustainability, is home to international and local businesses, educational institutions and now residences.

Masdar City Free zone is an emerging clean technology cluster that places its resident companies in the heart of the global renewable energy and cleantech industry.Widely recognized as one of the

world’s most exciting eco-developments, the city is a free zone located in close proximity to Abu Dhabi International Airport and 17 kilometers from downtown Abu Dhabi. The community is a launching point into local, regional and international markets, and it provides a critical mass of

sector knowledge and talent.The exceptional value proposition that Masdar City offers to clients includes:

100% foreign ownership

100% exemption from corporate and personal income taxes

Quick and easy set-up with a ‘One-Stop Shop’ for registration, government relations and visa processing

Freedom of repatriation of both capital and profits

One of the world’s most sustainable living and working business clusters

Research & Development hub partnering with Masdar Institute

Highly cost effective licensing and office space.

13) “Happiness”and“Tolerance”are abstract concepts. What kind of work does the Ministry of State for Happiness and Ministry of State for Tolerance actually do? Which KPIs do you formulate to assess the performance of these two ministries?

State Ministry of Tolerance The main objective is creating a legal framework to formalize the tolerance of the society already

displays, and to ensure that the policies and initiatives will provide an outstanding example to the neighbors.

Tolerance is no catchphrase, but a quality that must cherish and practice. It must be woven into the fabric of the society to safeguard future and maintain the progress made. There can be no bright future for the Middle East without an intellectual reconstruction that re-establishes the values of ideological openness, diversity, and acceptance of others’ viewpoints, whether

intellectual, cultural, or religious. That is why the government invested heavily – more than 300 billion dirhams ($81.5 billion) – in

establishing a focus for the UAE’s path ahead, with the aim of preparing for a diverse economy that frees future generations from dependence on the ever-fluctuating oil market. Achieving that goal requires reconsidering the legislative, administrative, and economic system fully to move

away from dependence on oil. The government is building a sustainable and diverse national economy for the current and future generations.

http://www.vision2021.ae/

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Having a sustainable economy will give investors and traders the trust in the economy strength

and they will also options to diversify their investments thus this will enhance the investment environment.

State Ministry of Happiness The role of government is to create an environment in which people can achieve their dreams and ambitions, not to create an environment that government can control. The point is to empower

people, not hold power over them. Government, in short, should nurture an environment in which people create and enjoy their own happiness. Happiness can be measured, and its evaluation is already the subject of many programs and

studies. Moreover, it can be developed and its achievement linked to material objectives. Studies have shown that happy people produce more, live longer, and drive better economic development in their communities and countries.

The happiness of individuals, families, and employees, their satisfaction with their lives and optimism for the future, are crucial to our work, which cuts across every sector of government.

That is why there must be a minister to guide and follow up with all government institutions (as well as provide leadership to the private sector). The government seeks to create a society where our people’s happiness is paramount, by

sustaining an environment in which they can truly flourish. And create a formula benefits to others in the region. The formula is straightforward: national development based on core values, led by youth and focused on a future in which everyone achieves happiness.

The national programme for happiness and positivity features a host of initiatives in three major areas: The inclusion of happiness in the policies, programmes and services of all government

bodies, as well as the work environment there. The national plan for happiness includes a host of initiatives to develop and adopt corporate

models for happiness, launching a charter for happiness in all federal government bodies. It also

features the development of a happiness guideline, as well as performance indices that ensure the compliance of the plans of establishments with those of the programme.

The plan proposes the transformation of government service centers into customer happiness centers, and allocating government employees to realize the happiness of customers.

Having happy employees in government entities and customer services centers will ensure proving the best services to traders and investors thus this will enhance the investment environment.

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ARGENTINA

Informe de la Secretaría (WT/TPR/S/338) 1. Entorno económico

-En el párrafo 1.3 se menciona que ante la disminución de los precios del petróleo, el Gobierno estableció un plan de saneamiento de las finanzas públicas. Sin embargo, la Secretaría menciona

que deben proseguir los esfuerzos por afianzar y mejorar el entorno empresarial, en especial en el ámbito del cumplimiento de los contratos y la resolución de los casos de insolvencia . - ¿Podría Emiratos Árabes comentar si se planean medidas para mejorar el entorno empresarial en

esos aspectos? Would Arab Emirates make comments whether measures to improve the current

business environment are expected to be set out in the mentioned areas? Various measures have been taken to improve the current business environment including a new

draft law on Foreign Investment, which allows up to 100% Foreign ownership outside the free zones in many sectors, is at advanced stage in the pipeline of the legislative domestic approval procedure and it is expected to be fully approved before the end of the year. Also, a new draft of a modern Insolvency Law has been completed and currently it is at the stage of legislative domestic

approval procedure. -El párrafo 1.4 se refiere al acceso de las pymes a la financiación y se menciona que hubo avances

en la financiación de estas empresas gracias a la promulgación de una nueva Ley de Pequeñas y Medianas Empresas y el establecimiento de infraestructura financiera como la Oficina Calificadora del Riesgo Crediticio y un registro de créditos. Entre las demás iniciativas emprendidas en los

últimos años figuran la utilización de fondos públicos para facilitar el acceso al crédito, la promoción de los conocimientos financieros básicos y la ayuda a la incubación de empresas.

- ¿Podría Emiratos Árabes especificar cuáles son las medidas implementadas para la financiación

de las pymes? Would Arabe Emirates specify what the implemented measures to finance SMEs are?


1. The UAE government issued the SME Law in 2014, which provided strong foundation for SME financing via Emirates Development Bank. The

2. The Central Bank of UAE has taken major steps to update and modify its policies with operating banks in UAE with the objective of increasing access to SME financing.

3. Many banks (UAE and foreign) introduced their own vital financing schemes to SMEs.

4. At present, there are more than (6) federal and local governmental programs to finance SMEs and more than (22) financing schemes for SMEs by banks and investment companies.

2. Régimen de comercio e inversión

-En el párrafo 2.13 se menciona al comercio como uno de los elementos clave de la estrategia Visión 2021.

- ¿Podría Emiratos Árabes indicar las medidas específicas que se tomarán en el marco de la Visión

2021 en relación con el comercio? Would Arab Emirates indicate what the specific measures to be taken within the

framework of Vision 2021 in relation to trade are?

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UAE Vision aims to a diversified and flexible knowledge-based economy will be powered by skilled

Emiratis and strengthened by world-class talent to ensure long-term prosperity for the UAE. The UAE will benefit from a sustainable and diversified economy, flexible in adopting new economic models, and capitalizing on global economic partnerships to guarantee long-term prosperity for

current and future generations of Emiratis. Thus, to sustain its drive toward economic diversification, as this is the nation’s surest path to sustainable development in a future that is less reliant on oil. This means expanding new strategic sectors to channel our energies into industries and services where we can build a long-term competitive advantage.Balanced growth must be

fuelled by a sustainable range of energy sources, within which the UAE will ensure an important role for alternative and renewable options such as nuclear power.

To ensure lasting competitiveness, the nation will look beyond traditional economic models and take a more flexible perspective. Businesses will adopt an increasingly customer-centric approach

to customizing their products and services, and will learn to coordinate in efficient networks to meet the complex demands of the marketplace. By stimulating home-grown entrepreneurship and attracting foreign direct investment, our economy will mature into a model of sustainable and

responsible growth that will ensure long-term prosperity for all Emiratis. The government aims not only to achieve leading positions in global reports, but to also provide a good life for its citizens. Therefore the National Agenda seeks to place the UAE among the top

countries in the world in income per capita and ensure high levels of national participation in the private sector workforce.

The UAE Vision 2021 aims to 1- UAE to be among the top 10 countries in the world at the Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index 2- Raise the contribution of SME’s to Non-Oil GDP at 70% 3- UAE to be among the top 10 countries in the world at the Gross National Income per

Capita. 4- UAE is aiming to increase the industrial sector contribution to GDP by 25% in the coming years. Industrial sector is the main dynamo of the national economy performance and an important factor

of the development and diversification of the income source, a comprehensive and integrated industrial strategy is in final stages to be issued.

UAE is progressively restructuring the legal and regulatory environment to align it with global best practices in transparency, investment protection and competitiveness. The ultimate goal is to create a friendly environment for business. Currently issued a number of laws and working on

upgrading a number of key legislation, especially with regard to the development of the country's economic infrastructure and investment environment. 3. Políticas y prácticas comerciales, por medidas

-Con respecto a los créditos a la exportación, en el párrafo 3.49 se señala que, desde junio de 2015, el Banco de Desarrollo de los Emiratos, de propiedad estatal, es el que otorga este tipo de

servicios. Asimismo, en el párrafo 3.50 se menciona que la Compañía de Seguro de Crédito a la Exportación de los Emiratos (ECIE), propiedad del Gobierno de Dubái, ofrece una póliza global a corto plazo para los seguros de crédito comercial a las empresas con sede en los EAU que realizan

actividades de fabricación, comercio de valor añadido y exportación de servicios. - ¿Podría Emiratos Árabes indicar cuáles son los sectores de la industria que más se benefician con el otorgamiento de créditos a la exportación y seguros de crédito?

Would Arab Emirates indicate which industry sectors that benefit the most from the export credits and credit insurance facilities are?

The Dubai Government owned export credit insurance company of the emirates ECIE offers trade

credit insurance policies to companies based in the UAE which are engaged in manufacturing,

value‐added trading and the export of services. There is no specific sector of preference. All

requests go through internal process which includes a market intelligent report about the company and its products which requested to be insured. Insurance policies tailored by ECIE cover a Seller against the risk of non‐payment by its Customers.

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Risk covered both Commercial and Political risks: – Commercial non‐payment risk: insolvency, Default

- Political non‐payment risk: Government Moratorium, War, non‐transfer of fund, Import

License cancellation.

Policy Protection package includes the following major services: – Credit risk analysis, assessment and continuous monitoring. – Debt collection and recovery, and ultimately,

– Indemnification up to 90% of the insured invoices value in case of a Claim filed by the Policyholder. And our product range includes:

– Short‐term risk cover (on a whole ‘insurable’ turnover basis i.e. insuring all your open credit

sales) – Single buyer insurance/equity investment insurance – Medium/Long‐term risk cover (credit up to a maximum of 7 years).

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UNITED STATES

Page 30, paragraph 2.59: The report cites a new Insolvency Law, which was approved by the Cabinet in July 2015. When will this law be implemented?

The cabinet has not approved yet the Insolvency law. The draft law is currently under consultation process with the relevant parties.

Page 48, Paragraph 3.81: The Secretariat Report mentions that as an incentive to investors outside of free zones, property is made available for purchase as “freehold in certain predesignated areas” in Dubai. Could UAE provide additional information regarding these predesignated areas in terms of what government authorities make these designations and by

what criteria? What sort of property is available for this incentive, is it public land and buildings? How is purchase as freehold different from normal purchase of property in Dubai? What investors

are eligible to purchase property as freehold under this program? Do investors in certain industrial sectors get priority? Will UAE submit notification of this program pursuant to the notification requirements under Article 25 of the SCM Agreement? If not, could UAE explain why this program

should not be subject to those requirements? It is worth noting that the real estate sector in the UAE is regulated at the local government level and all details on this matter can be found on the land department websites of each emirate. As

for Emirate of Dubai: For Individuals:

The real estate legislation in Dubai grants incentives for foreign investors in order to encourage them in investing in the real estate sector in the emirate of Dubai. This is done through granting the foreign investor ownership of real estate, land and benefiting from them in specific areas

according to the city urban planning determined by Dubai Government as the following:

Areas deemed as “Freehold Areas” where foreigners can have 100% ownership. Areas deemed as “Leasehold Areas” where foreigners can benefit and lease up to 99 years.

For companies: The Legislation and regulations in force at the land and property department allows foreign

investors to own real estate and land and benefit from them in the areas referred to above through their own companies which foreign investors have shares in, whether it exercises trading or industrial activities as the following:

National companies registered in the Economic Departments in the UAE which in most cases require a 49% (foreign) – 51% (local) ownership, and according to the type of company and as per the required share of foreign investors deemed in the national legislations.

Branches of foreign companies registered in the Economic Departments of the UAE

Free Zone companies and Offshore companies registered in any of the Free Zones in Dubai whether they have 100% foreign ownership or not.

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CHINESE TAIPEI

Secretariat Report

1) Please indicate what some of the plausible causes for the UAE’s capital outflow in services are.

According to the referred sentence in the secretariat report, we would like to clarify that there is no new federal law on Government Procurement. However, we assumed it was misunderstood and the reference meant to be on the manual guide of the government procurement procedures.

2) Will the UAE’s new government procurement law expected to come into force in 2016 ensure the transparency of the bidding process and apply to all bidders, whether domestic or foreign?

to the referred sentence in the secretariat report, we would like to clarify that there is no new federal law on Government Procurement. However, we assumed it was misunderstood and the reference meant to be on the manual guide of the government procurement procedures.

3) Does the UAE plan to negotiate double taxation avoidance agreements with other countries (in addition to the aforesaid 92 countries) immediately and/or in the future?

The UAE continuously signs DTAs based on set of priorities.

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CANADA

8) Could the UAE explain whether and how the planned new law will affect foreign-based suppliers? Will foreign-based suppliers be able to bid on government tenders, and if so, will they

be treated the same as domestic suppliers? Will the new law maintain price preferences for locally-

owned companies? 9) Will the new law on government procurement apply to procurement by the different

emirates or only to procurement by the federal government? 10) Will the new law be in line with the UNCITRAL model law on public procurement?

According to the referred sentence in the secretariat report, we would like to clarify that there is no new federal law on Government Procurement. However, we assumed it was misunderstood and the reference meant to be on the manual guide of the government procurement procedures. In

addition, the current government procurement law applies only to procurement by the federal government.

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AUSTRALIA

1) Can the UAE advise on its plans to phase in controls on public wage bill growth and government spending?

The United Arab Emirates government has initiated certain plans and certain strategies to phase controls on public wage bill growth and government spending such as:

Allocating further jobs for the UAE nationals in the private sector workforce

targeting 5% increase by 2021. Re-structuring and merging in local and federal government Increase the contribution of SMEs in the GDP from 60% in 2015 to 70% in 2021. Utilize the saving from the oil cut on subsidies in building capacity in major sectors

mainly health and education as well as knowledge economy.

Given the importance given to SME access to finance and the priority placed by the

UAE on entrepreneurship, can the UAE provide an update on the development and implementation of an insolvency law?

The draft law has been completed and currently under the consultation process with the relevant parties.

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TURKEY

Could UAE provide detailed information regarding the origin countries of patients coming from GCC and MENA region and the top 5 treatments preferred by the mentioned patients?

Attached report for reference. For Calculating CAGR for no of medical tourists from 2014 to 2020. We used data on page 21

which will result in 20% CAGR in number medical tourists visiting UAE.

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EUROPEAN UNION

1) EU Question No. 13: Could the UAE clarify what is covered by these?

The fees of attesting documents related to imported goods include attesting certificate of origin

and the Invoice.

With regards to legalization of documents related to imported goods the following documents are required:

1. Original copy of the imported goods invoice legalized by the authorized government entities for example (MOFA of the country where the good is imported or chamber of commerce) and then it should be legalized by UAE missions in that country.

2. Original copy of certificate of origin legalized by the authorized government entities for example (MOFA of the country where the good is imported or chamber of commerce) and then it should be legalized by UAE missions in that country.

Both of the above documents should be submitted together to be legalized by UAE missions

1) EU Question No. 24: Would UAE consider the possibility to make the conditions more homogeneous among bidders and to provide them with wider and clearer information during these processes as they are considering the adoption of a new law? What is the timeframe for the adoption of a new law on procurement and is there a system of pre consultation of stakeholders?

According to the referred sentence in the secretariat report, we would like to clarify that there is

no new federal law on Government Procurement. However, we assumed it was misunderstood and the reference meant to be on the manual guide of the government procurement procedures.

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MEXICO

Preguntas de México para el primer examen de las Políticas Comerciales de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos (EAU) a llevarse a cabo del miércoles 1º de junio al viernes 3 de junio de 2016.

Informe del Gobierno Federal de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos (WT/TPR/G/338): Pregunta 1 WT/TPR/G/338 • Emiratos Árabes Unidos; Informe de Emiratos Árabes

Unidos; 2 CRECIMIENTO ECONÓMICO: Página 4, párrafo 2.6: El Ministerio de Energía anunció que los precios del petróleo dejarían de estar sujetos a reglamentación en todos los EAU desde el 1º de agosto de 2015, fecha a partir de la cual se adoptó una nueva política vinculada a los precios mundiales. Los Ministerios de Energía y

Hacienda representarán al Gobierno en un comité establecido para examinar mensualmente los precios de los combustibles en los EAU. Se centrarán en la protección de los consumidores y velarán por que los precios del petróleo sean equilibrados desde el punto de vista de las normas

internacionales. El mecanismo de fijación de precios se estructurará de manera que no se base únicamente en un solo mercado internacional y que permita a las empresas de distribución obtener unos beneficios razonables, limitar sus pérdidas y ofrecer servicios exclusivos.

México pregunta 1: ¿Podrían los Emiratos Árabes Unidos proporcionar más detalles, incluyendo fórmulas, en caso de ser posible sobre el funcionamiento de este mecanismo?

Could the United Arab Emirates provide more details, including formulae, if it is possible, on the functioning of this mechanism?

The Government started to deregulate the prices of gasoline and diesel as of August, 1st, 2015. The deregulation was based on the international benchmark for fine product. The said deregulation formula was based on the average prices of Rotterdam by 50% and the Mediterranean prices by

50%.

As far as deregulating the prices of Diesel, the UAE Government used the international benchmark for the fine product based on Rotterdam average prices by 50% and the Arabian Gulf prices by

50%.

Pregunta 2 WT/TPR/G/338 • Emiratos Árabes Unidos; Informe de Emiratos Árabes Unidos; 4 POLÍTICA FISCAL:

Página 5, párrafo 4.2: Se espera que en 2015 el gasto general del Estado disminuya un 0,9% con respecto a 2014. Está previsto que los grandes recortes en el gasto que se llevarán a cabo en 2015 afecten a las subvenciones y donaciones. Se considera que la reciente decisión del Gobierno

de los EAU de desreglamentar los precios de los combustibles acelerará el proceso de recortes en los gastos.

México pregunta 2: ¿En qué consisten los cambios a la reglamentación de los precios de los combustibles que fueron introducidos mediante la reciente decisión del Gobierno de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos (EAU)?

Recently, the Government of the UAE introduced new regulations concerning fuel prices. What does it consist of?

Regarding the deregulation of gasoline and Diesel prices, the UAE did not adopt any laws in this context, however, it was an instruction from the Cabinet to the Ministry of Energy to conduct a study on deregulation of the said sector and highlight the real impact of such deregulation of these

specific two products. The Ministry of Energy recommended to the Cabinet to deregulate these specific products based on the two formulas mentioned above.

Pregunta 2 WT/TPR/G/338 • Emiratos Árabes Unidos; Informe de Emiratos Árabes Unidos; 8 ORIENTACIÓN FUTURA:

Página 12, párrafo 8.23: El proceso de urbanización y el aumento de la renta per cápita han propiciado un estilo de vida ocioso en la región, que actualmente tiene una de las mayores tasas

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de obesidad del mundo. Resulta llamativo que se considere que el 70% de los hombres y el 67% de las mujeres de 15 años o más en los EAU padecen de sobrepeso, lo que ha agravado la prevalencia de enfermedades asociadas al estilo de vida como la diabetes, el elevado nivel de colesterol, la hipertensión y otras enfermedades cardiovasculares.

México pregunta 3: ¿Podrían los EAU indicar si han emitido reglamentos técnicos para regular los alimentos, bebidas y demás productos que ocasionan estas enfermedades (diabetes, elevado nivel

de colesterol, hipertensión, enfermedades cardiovasculares, cáncer, etc.) y si dichos reglamentos técnicos están basados en normas internacionales? The UAE might indicate if they have issued technical regulations to regulate the food,

drinks and other products that cause these diseases (diabetes, high level of cholesterol, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, etc.) and if the above-mentioned technical regulations are based on international procedure.

As a part of the efforts initiated by the UAE to combat diseases, many measures have been taken, such as:

Control, monitor and regulate energy drinks within the market.

Awareness campaigns to prevent the spread of diabetes.

Conduct workshops and publish brochures on public health for children and adults.

All of the above mentioned is done in conformity with international standards.

Informe de la Secretaría de la OMC (WT/TPR/S/338) Pregunta 4. WT/TPR/S/338 • Emiratos Árabes Unidos; Informe de la Secretaría; 2

RÉGIMEN DE COMERCIO E INVERSIÓN; 2.2 Objetivos de la política comercial:

Páginas 24 y 25, párrafo 2.18: La Federación de Cámaras de Comercio e Industria de los EAU,

organismo que engloba a todas las cámaras de comercio e industria, representa al sector privado en el proceso de formulación de las políticas comerciales. Cada Emirato cuenta con su propia Cámara de Comercio e Industria. Las distintas cámaras de los Emiratos constituyen puertos de escala importantes para quienes deseen emprender actividades empresariales en el país. La

función de las cámaras es representar, apoyar y proteger los intereses de la comunidad empresarial en los Emiratos. Las cámaras actúan como punto de enlace entre la comunidad empresarial y el Gobierno, y prestan, entre otros, servicios de registro de las empresas y la

actividad comercial, de formación, de intercambio de información y de contacto con empresas extranjeras. Además, las cámaras tienen asignadas, entre otras, las siguientes funciones: investigación, difusión de la información relacionada con el comercio y la industria, información

sobre las oportunidades de inversión existentes en el país, expedición y autentificación de certificados de origen y otros documentos comerciales, y supervisión de los parámetros de calidad y normas de los productos.

México pregunta 4: ¿Para poder desempeñar actividades económicas y registrar empresas en EAU es necesario pertenecer a la cámara de comercio e industria correspondiente?

Does one need to be member of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry to have economic activities and register a Company in the UAE?

No, it is not necessary to be a member of the corresponding Chamber of Commerce and Industry to have economic activities and register a company in the UAE.

Pregunta 5. WT/TPR/S/338 • Emiratos Árabes Unidos; Informe de la Secretaría; 2 RÉGIMEN DE COMERCIO E INVERSIÓN; 2.4 Régimen de inversión:

Página 30, párrafo 2.47. El Ministerio de Economía se ocupa también de unificar y facilitar los procedimientos de registro de proyectos de inversión extranjera y de concesión de licencias para

su ejecución. El Ministerio creó una base de datos completa de inversiones, y presenta al Consejo

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de Ministros Federal informes periódicos sobre el entorno de inversión del país. Los funcionarios se

ocupan de supervisar y valorar el volumen de inversión extranjera y el flujo anual de inversiones. México pregunta 5: ¿Cuáles son los criterios para registrar proyectos de inversión y conceder

licencias para su ejecución? What are the criteria for registering investment projects and to grant licenses for

carrying them out? Registering foreign investment projects do not differ from any other business activities in terms of procedures and criterias, subject to the conditions and requirements of establishing the project in any sector. If there is a requirement for a specific approval related to the nature of the Project, it

should be obtained.

Furthermore, those procedures are not different if the project is totally owned by a citizen of the UAE or in case of a partnership with a foreign investor.

Pregunta 6. WT/TPR/S/338 • Emiratos Árabes Unidos; Informe de la Secretaría; 2 RÉGIMEN DE COMERCIO E INVERSIÓN; 2.4 Régimen de inversión:

Página 31, párrafo 2.51: Las empresas extranjeras también pueden abrir sucursales y oficinas de representación en que la participación de capital extranjero puede llegar hasta el 100%. Estas sucursales y oficinas de representación solo pueden realizar las actividades para las que hayan obtenido una licencia de cada Emirato. Las sucursales de empresas extranjeras están obligadas a

tener un agente nacional, que debe ser un nacional de los EAU o una empresa en que el 100% del capital sea nacional. No obstante, el Gobierno de los EAU está examinando la posibilidad de flexibilizar estas restricciones en determinados sectores industriales en el marco de una nueva Ley

de Inversión Extranjera Directa. México pregunta 6: ¿Qué sectores industriales está considerando el Gobierno de EAU a ser

beneficiados mediante la flexibilización de las restricciones a la apertura de sucursales, oficinas de

representación y demás modalidades de inversión extranjera en la nueva Ley de Inversión Extranjera Directa?

In the New Law of Foreign Direct Investment, what are the industries that will benefit from the easing of restrictions on opening branch and representative offices and other forms of foreign investment?

The investment law has not been issued until now. Once the law is issued, the committee to be established pursuant to the investment law will consider the economic main sectors and sub-

sectors for which the ownership percentage could be raised up to 100%. The committee determines the sectors to be liberalized on the basis of a number of criterias and submits its proposals to the cabinet that has the authority to approve the liberalization of the said sectors.

The Committee identifies the sectors on the basis of the following criteria: 1. The project should carry value added to the national economy. 2. Make the best use of modern technology.

3. It should be environment-friendly. Pregunta 7. WT/TPR/S/338 • Emiratos Árabes Unidos; Informe de la Secretaría; 3

POLÍTICAS Y PRÁCTICAS COMERCIALES, POR MEDIDAS; 3.1 Medidas que afectan directamente a las importaciones; 3.1.1 Procedimientos y requisitos aduaneros: Página 36, párrafo 3.12: Desde 2007, la Administración General de Aduanas de Abu Dabi mantiene

el programa "Tarjeta Dorada" para las empresas de importación y exportación que cumplen determinados criterios, como por ejemplo, tener un buen historial de cumplimiento. El programa

permite a las empresas admitidas acogerse a procedimientos de importación simplificados. El 1o de

noviembre de 2014, el programa contaba con 44 participantes. Según las autoridades, los EAU empezarán a aplicar en 2016 un programa de operador económico autorizado (OEA) mediante un programa piloto que será aplicado por la Oficina de Aduanas de Dubai en coordinación con la FCA.

Posteriormente, la experiencia de la Oficina de Aduanas de Dubai servirá de referencia para que las demás administraciones de aduanas apliquen el programa a nivel federal.

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México pregunta 7: ¿Cuáles son los requisitos que deben cumplir las empresas de importación y exportación para poder acceder al programa de “Tarjeta Dorada” y al programa de operador económico autorizado (OEA) de la oficina de Aduanas de Dubai?

To gain acces to the “Gold Card” program and authorized economic operator (OAS) of

the Office of Dubai Customs, what requirements must meet the import and export entreprises?

The UAE AEO is still under development and therefore the requirements and facilities has not been finalized as of yet. The Abu Dhabi “Gold Card” is no longer in effect, and the project undergoing in Dubai Customs is the Pilot of the UAE AEO program.

Amendment to Paragraph 3.12 in the Secretariat Report (Abu Dhabi “Gold Card” is no longer in effect)

The General Administration of Customs in Abu Dhabi recently implemented an electronic clearance program, which allows shopping and clearance companies to join the program. These allows the companies to clear good and send relevant documents electronically, as well as the payment of

customs fees through an automated system as per the GCC Unified Customs Law. According to the authorities, in 2016, the UAE will begin implementing an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) program by launching a pilot program in Dubai Customs in coordination with the FCA. The AEO will be then be implemented in the rest of the UAE Customs Administrations.

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directamente a las exportaciones; 3.2.5 Financiación, seguro y garantías de las exportaciones:

Página 48, párrafo 3.49: El Banco Industrial de los Emiratos (EIB) suministraba servicios de crédito a la exportación, con préstamos de hasta el 80% del valor del contrato de exportación, a las empresas establecidas en los EAU en las que al menos el 51% de la propiedad correspondiera a

nacionales del CCG. En junio de 2015, en virtud de la Ley Federal No 7 de 2011, el Banco de

Desarrollo de los Emiratos, de propiedad estatal, asumió las operaciones del EIB y del Banco Inmobiliario de los Emiratos para proporcionar financiación a la vivienda, las infraestructuras y las pymes.2

México pregunta 8: ¿Cuál es el régimen de créditos a la exportación y de préstamos aplicable por parte del Banco Industrial de los Emiratos (EIB) a las empresas establecidas en EAU en las que

más del 49% de la propiedad corresponda a extranjeros no nacionales del Consejo de Cooperación de los Estados Árabes del Golfo (CCG)? What is the system of export credits and loans that the EIB applied to companies

established in the UAE in which more that 49% of the holding belongs to foreigns no native of the Cooperation Council of Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) Emirates Development Bank enhances sustainable growth of vital sectors in the national economy

through the following: Providing innovative financing solutions for vital economic sectors such as health sector and

industries associated therewith and business centres (customer service - contact centres). Financing craft and agricultural projects and activities.

Financing projects and investment activities of the associations of public interest, projects and trade activities of cooperative associations.

Providing financial and economic consultations and feasibility studies.

Therefore, banks in the United Arab Emirates in general deal with the enterprise based on the

formation of their companies, without emphasizing on the shareholder within the company.

2 WAM (2015), Emirates Development Bank launches operations in Abu Dhabi, 16 de junio de 2015.

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Preguntas 9 y 10. WT/TPR/S/338 • Emiratos Árabes Unidos; Informe de la Secretaría; 3

POLÍTICAS Y PRÁCTICAS COMERCIALES, POR MEDIDAS; 3.3 Medidas que afectan a la producción y al comercio; 3.3.2 Prescripciones sanitarias y fitosanitarias:

Página 51, párrafo 3.71: Durante el período objeto de examen, los EAU suscribieron acuerdos bilaterales sobre cuestiones sanitarias y fitosanitarias con la República de Corea, Etiopía, la Argentina, el Uruguay, Polonia, el Reino de Bahrein, Marruecos y el Sultanato de Omán.

México pregunta 9: ¿Qué capítulos contienen los acuerdos bilaterales sobre cuestiones sanitarias y fitosanitarias entre EAU y la República de Corea, Etiopía, la Argentina, el Uruguay, Polonia, el Reino de Bahrein, Marruecos y el Sultanato de Omán?

What chapters are covered in the bilateral agreements concerning sanitary and phytosanitary issues between the UAE and the Republic of Korea, Ethiopia, Argentina,

Uruguay, Poland, the Kingdom of Bahrain, Morocco and Oman? These memorandums of understandings are of a general framework nature with a view to

strengthen cooperation to facilitate cooperation and future trade for the interest of the parties on various aspects including; sustainability, researches, exchange of information and trades. The mentioned memorandum of understandings are available upon request through the official channels.

México pregunta 10: ¿Planea EAU celebrar acuerdos bilaterales sobre cuestiones sanitarias y fitosanitarias con otros países?

Does the EAU intent to conclude bilateral agreements concerning sanitary and phytosanitary issues with other countries?

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment welcomes any request from trade partners regarding bilateral agreement on SPS, the request will be studied and evaluated in accordance with our

legislations and requirements.

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producción y al comercio; 3.3.5 Política de competencia y controles de precios; 3.3.5.1 Política de competencia:

Páginas 55 y 56, párrafo 3.89: La Ley de Competencia establece los objetivos básicos de protección y fomento de la competencia y de mantenimiento de un mercado competitivo que se rija por los mecanismos del mercado. En cambio, la Ley no se aplica a:

algunos sectores que se rigen por leyes o reglamentos específicos, como es el caso

de las telecomunicaciones, los servicios financieros, las actividades culturales, el petróleo y el gas, la producción y distribución de productos farmacéuticos, los servicios postales, la producción, distribución y transmisión de electricidad y agua,

los servicios medioambientales y los servicios de transporte, entre otros; los actos realizados por el Gobierno Federal o los gobiernos locales, o los actos

realizados por empresas con arreglo a la autoridad del Gobierno Federal o de un

gobierno local (incluidos los actos de empresas que sean propiedad o estén bajo el control del Gobierno Federal o de un gobierno local, de conformidad con las normas establecidas por el Gabinete); y

las pequeñas y medianas empresas.

México pregunta 11: ¿De qué manera difiere el régimen general de competencia económica de la Ley de Competencia al régimen especial de competencia aplicable a sectores regulados por leyes o

reglamentos específicos, tales como telecomunicaciones, los servicios financieros, las actividades culturales, el petróleo y el gas, la producción y distribución de productos farmacéuticos, los

servicios postales, la producción, distribución y transmisión de electricidad y agua, los servicios

medioambientales y los servicios de transporte, así como el aplicable a las pequeñas y a las medianas empresas de todos los sectores?

The general system of the competition law regulates competition in the local market. With regard to the exceptions for some sectors, the reason behind it is the specific nature of each sector which

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are regulated through the concerned entities, such as telecom services and financial services. There are other sectors which are exempted for constitutional reasons, such as oil and gas sectors. There are other exemptions in some sectors which are regulated by the Government like water and electricity.

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producción y al comercio; 3.3.7. Derechos de propiedad intelectual; 3.3.7.4 Marcas de fábrica o de comercio: Página 63, párrafo 3.129: Las marcas de fábrica o de comercio se otorgan con una duración inicial

de 10 años, renovable indefinidamente por períodos sucesivos de 10 años. Las marcas de fábrica o de comercio que no se utilizan durante 5 años consecutivos pueden ser objeto de reclamaciones de anulación presentadas por terceros. Toda licencia de marca de fábrica o de comercio deberá

registrarse en el Ministerio de Economía. En caso contrario, la licencia carecerá de efectos ante terceros. No obstante, la Ley establece que no es posible registrar una marca de fábrica o de comercio de prestigio internacional, salvo si así lo solicita su propietario original o quien actúe en

su nombre (artículo 4). México pregunta 12: ¿Cuáles son los criterios utilizados para EAU para determinar que una marca de fábrica o de comercio tiene prestigio internacional?

What are the criteria used by the UAE to establish that a Brand or trademark has international prestige?

According to Article (4) of Law number (37) for 1992 and its amendments, the UAE Government determined the following requirements and conditions for such trade mark to be recognized as an

International Trade Mark: 1. The trademarks having an international goodwill beyond the boundaries of the mother country,

may not be registered unless authorized by the owner or by his official attorney.

2. It is the public's awareness about the trademark that determines its goodwill.

3. A trademark with a goodwill, may not be registered to distinguish products or services that are not similar or compliant with those distinguished by the trademark if:

a. The use of the trademark indicated a link between the goods and services to be distinguished and the goods or services of the original trademark owner. b. The use led to a potential prejudice to the owner of the original trademark owner.

Pregunta 13: WT/TPR/S/338 • Emiratos Árabes Unidos; Informe de la Secretaría; 4 POLÍTICAS COMERCIALES, POR SECTORES; 4.3 Servicios; 4.3.1 Servicios financieros;

4.3.1.2 Seguros; 4.3.1.2.1 Reglamentación: Páginas 82 y 83, párrafo 4.69, nota al pie de página 18: Las compañías de seguros nacionales o

extranjeras que deseen establecerse en un Emirato deben solicitar una licencia al Organismo Regulador de los Seguros. En los artículos 19 y 20 de la Ley Federal de Seguros se establecen las condiciones para la concesión de licencias, entre las que cabe citar las siguientes: criterios de necesidades económicas, como el nivel de la demanda interna de las clases de seguros ofrecidos

por el solicitante; el posible ofrecimiento, por el solicitante, de nuevas clases de seguros, y la contratación de un número mínimo de nacionales de los EAU.[nota al pie de página 18] Las compañías de seguros extranjeras que reúnan las condiciones requeridas para obtener una licencia

pueden abrir una sucursal en los EAU y nombrar a un agente de seguros local.

Nota al pie de página 18: Para obtener una licencia, la compañía extranjera debe comprometerse a

contratar al menos un 15% de nacionales de los EAU. Las autoridades informaron de que esta disposición se convertiría en un sistema de puntos en 2017. México pregunta 13: ¿En qué consiste el sistema de puntos que reemplazaría en 2017 la obligación

de contratar 15% de nacionales de EUA a cargo de las compañías de seguros extranjeras?

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What is the point system that will be put in place to replace in 2017 the engagement to

hire 15% of EUA native in charge of foreign insurance companies? Nُew strategy for nationalization was approved by Higher Committee and UAE Cabinet in 2015, As

a result, the points system will be introduced as a new target system replacing the old one / percentage of total employees. The point targets will be determined based on the two elements by

measuring the correlation with current Emiratization levels and growth written premiums in each insurance company.ُُُُُ

How to achieve the target points. ُ

The insurance companies can achieve the points through a number of factors: ُ

a) Investment in training and development. ُbُ) Senior Management Commitment: The Senior Management bounces linked with the

achievement of the targeted Emiratization System during the year.ُُُُُ cُ) The number of UAE nationals and the type of jobs they hold so that higher points shall be

granted where the job is in a Senior Management post and has a critical in nature.ُُُُُ

Time frame: ُ

Our plan is giving two years as a growth period for adopting our strategy and the new points system within the following phases: ُ

a) 2016: First phase, training and workshops. ُ

bُ) 2017: Second phase, we are planning to introduce the new points system, both systems will be valid and working in parallel.ُُُُُ

cُ) 2018: Last phase, the old system (percentage) will be not valid anymore, only the points system will be valid at that time.ُُُُُ

Otras preguntas:

México pregunta 14: ¿El Gobierno de los EAU proporciona actualmente asistencia técnica, capacitación, financiamiento o ayuda para la creación de capacidad a otros países en desarrollo, incluyendo países menos adelantados?

Does the UAE government provides technical assistance, training, financing or aid to other developing countries, including least developed ones for setting-up competences?

YES México pregunta 15: En caso de que la respuesta a la pregunta anterior sea afirmativa, ¿cuáles son las modalidades y características de la asistencia técnica, capacitación, financiamiento o ayuda

para la creación de capacidad proporcionada por el Gobierno de los EAU? What are the variants and characteristics of such assistance provided by the

government or the EAU? Development and technical assistance is a crucial aspect of the UAE's foreign policy, and the UAE

continues to play a leading role in promoting development in various sectors, such as; Education Projects directly supporting developing countries, which aimed to achieve universal primary

education, include construction by the UAE Government of 100 schools in Egypt and the funding of schools in Pakistan, Tunisia and Sudan, amongst others.

Dubai Cares' primary education programmes integrate four key components: school infrastructure; school health and nutrition; water sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and quality of education. Dubai Cares also forged a partnership with the Global Partnership for Education (GPE), reinforcing Dubai

Cares' commitment to making primary education accessible to children in the developing world.

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In addition, Etihad Airways contributed in renovation of 3 schools in urban areas, which accommodate 1700 students. Health:

Noor Dubai

http://www.noordubai.ae/en/default.aspx

Humanitarian development: http://www.suqia.ae/en/

http://www.noordubai.ae/en/default.aspx

http://www.suqia.ae/en/

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

En el informe de la Secretaría, párrafo 9, página 7, se indica que, para la obtención de una licencia se requiere que el solicitante sea nacional de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos (EAU) o una empresa

establecida en los EAU con un 51% de capital nacional. Además, para la distribución de mercancías

importadas sólo lo pueden llevar a cabo agencias comerciales que sean propiedad de nacionales de los EAU o de empresas que sean propiedad exclusiva de nacionales de los EAU. Las zonas francas están excluidas de las prescripciones en materia de licencia.

Pregunta: Esta disposición es compatible con las disposiciones relativas al Trato Nacional y el Acuerdo sobre Licencias de Importación. ¿Por qué se excentúan de estas disposiciones a las zonas francas?.

This provisions are compatible with the regulations relative to the National Treatment and Agreement on Import licensing. Why are duty-free zones exempted from these regulations?.

Free zones ideally been established to be a centre of Re-Export , so the goods imported are not intended for domestic consumption but to be re-shipped to a 3rd country. Any

import requirements are implemented by the 3rd country and not the free zones. El párrafo 2.51, página 31 del Informe de la Secretaría, señala que de conformidad con la Ley Federal No. 2 del año 2015, sobre Inversión Extranjera Directa, las sucursales de empresas

extranjeras están obligadas a tener un agente nacional que debe ser nacional de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos (EAU) o una empresa en qué el 100% del capital sea nacional. No obstante, el Gobierno de los EAU está examinando la posibilidad de flexibilizar estas restricciones en

determinados sectores industriales. Pregunta:

Estas restricciones impuestas por los Emiratos Árabes Unidos (EAU), son compatibles con las prescripciones del Acuerdo General de Servicios. ¿Para cuándo tienen previsto los EAU flexibilizar

estas disposiciones y en cuales sectores industriales?.

These restrictions imposed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE), are compatible with the prescriptions of the General Agreement of Services. When do the UAE expect to adapt these regulations and in which industrial sectors?.

Further reforms and development on the investment regime through the newly drafted investment law will be in line with the National innovation agenda of the UAE.

En el informe de la Secretaría, página 40, párrafo 3.23, se establece que, en todos los casos el arancel NMF aplicado es inferior al arancel consolidado. Sin embargo, las 19 líneas arancelarias sujetas a un arancel aplicado del 100% o un derecho específico mínimo están consolidadas en un

tipo de 200%, y la aplicación de derechos específicos podría dar lugar a un equivalente ad-valoren superior al tipo consolidado.

Pregunta: ¿Podrían las autoridades de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos (EAU) explicar las razones por las cuales en estos casos el arancel ad-valoren, es superior al consolidado en su lista en la Organización

Mundial del Comercio (OMC)?. Could the UAE please explain the reasons why in these cases the ad valorem duty is more than the duty consolidated in the UAE’s list of concessions at the WTO ?.

The UAE will abide by its ceiling binding commitments and the non-ad volarem does not exceed the ceiling binding.

En la página 65, párrafo 4.2 del informe de la Secretaría, indica que las tierras agrícolas únicamente pueden ser propiedad de nacionales de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos (EAU).

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Pregunta:

¿Cuál es el fundamento jurídico que impide que los extranjeros, no puedan adquirir tierras de

vocación agrícola?.

What is the legal basis that prevents the foreigners from acquiring lands for agricultural purposes?.

A large number of countries across the world restrict the purchase of agricultural land by non-nationals. Also, other countries have imposed new regulations restricting the

purchase of agricultural land by non-nationals. We are also led to believe that other governments are studying placing new restrictions on the ownership of agricultural land by non-nationals. Agricultural land since the food crisis just a few years ago has now become an important issue for a country's food security strategy. In the case of the UAE

agricultural land is approximately one percent of the country's land mass and therefore a very scarce resource. The UAE allows non-nationals to work with nationals in the area of agriculture however the land ownership must be in the name of the latter. In fact we

have a number of non-national investors working alongside UAE nationals in the agriculture sector.

1.5. Inversión Extranjera Directa En el Párrafo 1.28 se expresa que entre los años 2010-2013, la entrada de inversión extranjera directa creció a un ritmo constante, pero a partir de 2014, ha ido disminuyendo.

Pregunta: ¿Qué políticas o mecanismos piensa implementar la autoridad competente para aumentar la captación de inversión extranjera directa?

What are the policies or mechanisms the authority intent to implement to capture new foreign direct investment?

The UAE considered one of the most attractive destination for FDI, the well-developed infrastructure, strategic location given have given the UAE’s favourability in the region. Moreover, the ease of doing business in the country also plays a major role in that in

various areas. On the other hand, issuing new draft of the investment law in the year of 2016 also will

add extra added value incentive for UAE. Furthermore, the Investment Promotion Agencies in the United Arab Emirates contribute significantly in promoting the destination to new investors in new markets.

2.3.2. Acuerdos Regionales y Preferenciales 2.3.2.2. Tratado de la zona Panárabe de Libre Comercio (PAFTA) En los párrafos 2.29 y 2.30 se expresa que los Emiratos Árabes Unidos son miembros del PAFTA,

el cual entró en vigor a principios del 1998. El Acuerdo pretende la creación de una zona árabe de libre comercio. En el 2015 se suprimieron todos los aranceles que se aplicaban a los miembros del PAFTA, con algunas excepciones.

Pregunta: ¿Por qué, a pesar de los esfuerzos realizados, siguen existiendo obstáculos arancelarios que no

permiten implementar en su totalidad el principal objetivo del PAFTA? Why, despite the great efforts made, stamp duty remained a barrier to fully achieve the main objective of PAFTA?

PAFTA agreement has been fully implemented in areas of trade in goods in January 2015; the Arab league is working toward overcoming remaining obstacles in order to

fulfil the requirements of the economic integration.

2.4. Régimen de Inversión El Párrafo 2.45 expresa que el Gobierno de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos, ha elaborado un programa económico cuyo objetivo es aumentar la participación del sector privado, liberalizar la economía, y

diversificar la base de producción y exportación.

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Pregunta:

¿Cuáles son las estrategias a implementar para conseguir el objetivo del programa económico, según lo establecido en la Visión 2021, de los Emiratos Árabes Unidos?

What the strategies the UAE must put in place to achieve the economic program objective as set out in Vision 2021?

UAE Vision aims to a diversified and flexible knowledge-based economy will be powered by skilled Emiratis and strengthened by world-class talent to ensure long-term prosperity for the UAE. The UAE will benefit from a sustainable and diversified economy, flexible in adopting new economic models, and capitalizing on global economic

partnerships to guarantee long-term prosperity for current and future generations of Emiratis. Thus, to sustain its drive toward economic diversification, as this is the nation’s surest path to sustainable development in a future that is less reliant on oil.

This means expanding new strategic sectors to channel our energies into industries and services where we can build a long-term competitive advantage.Balanced growth must

be fuelled by a sustainable range of energy sources, within which the UAE will ensure an important role for alternative and renewable options such as nuclear power. To ensure lasting competitiveness, the nation will look beyond traditional economic

models and take a more flexible perspective. Businesses will adopt an increasingly customer-centric approach to customizing their products and services, and will learn to coordinate in efficient networks to meet the complex demands of the marketplace. By

stimulating home-grown entrepreneurship and attracting foreign direct investment, our economy will mature into a model of sustainable and responsible growth that will ensure long-term prosperity for all Emiratis.

The government aims not only to achieve leading positions in global reports, but to also provide a good life for its citizens. Therefore the National Agenda seeks to place the UAE among the top countries in the world in income per capita and ensure high levels of

national participation in the private sector workforce. The UAE Vision 2021 aims to 1- UAE to be among the top 10 countries in the world at the

Global Entrepreneurship and Development Index 2- Raise the contribution of SME’s to Non-Oil GDP at 70% 3- UAE to be among the top 10 countries in the world at the Gross National Income per Capita. 4- UAE is aiming to increase the industrial sector

contribution to GDP by 25% in the coming years. Industrial sector is the main dynamo of the national economy performance and an important factor of the development and diversification of the income source, a

comprehensive and integrated industrial strategy is in final stages to be issued. UAE is progressively restructuring the legal and regulatory environment to align it with

global best practices in transparency, investment protection and competitiveness. The ultimate goal is to create a friendly environment for business. Currently issued a number of laws and working on upgrading a number of key legislation, especially with regard to

the development of the country's economic infrastructure and investment environment. 3. Políticas y Prácticas Comerciales por Medidas 3.1.1 Procedimientos y requisitos aduaneros

El Párrafo 3.1 expresa que en el 2015, el Departamento de Asuntos Aduaneros de la Secretaria del Consejo de Cooperación del Golfo (CCG), publicó la Guía Unificada de Procedimientos Aduaneros en los Primeros Puntos de Entrada, a fin de facilitar las operaciones aduaneras en los Estados

miembros del CCG.

Pregunta:

¿Podrían los Emiratos Árabes Unidos explicar cómo ha sido el proceso y la experiencia en la implementación de la Guía Unificada de Procedimientos Aduaneros? Would the United Arab Emirates explain how interesting the process and related

experience associated to the Unified Customs Procedures Guide have been?

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The UAE worked with the GCC members to unify its Customs Procedures in accordance with the GCC Common Customs Law as well as the World Customs Organization's Kyoto Convention. The Unified Guide was implemented by the member states for a test period before reviewing and updating it. It is a continuous process of evaluation and the time

release study is one of the tools to evaluate.

3.4. En el 2015, los Emiratos Árabes Unidos ocuparon el puesto 101 entre 189 economías, en

cuanto a la facilidad del comercio transfronterizo. Pregunta: ¿Si los Emiratos Árabes Unidos tienen pensado crear estrategias para facilitar el proceso del

comercio transfronterizo? Would the United Arab Emirates plan to design strategies to facilitate cross-border

trade? The UAE's rank has changed due to the methodology used by the World Bank in its Doing

Business Report - Trade across Borders. Noting that the WEF’s Global Competitiveness Report, the UAE ranked 3rd place in the Burden of Customs Procedures indicator. In the Customs strategy, facilitation is an important factor and various strategic indicators are in place to implement new international standards regarding trade facilitation. The UAE

is the first country in the Arab world to ratify the Trade Facilitation Agreement and has started to implement measures which were not submitted in its Category (A) such as the AEO and Time Release Study. With the new Federal Customs Authority Law (8) of 2015

and the upcoming strategy 2017-2021, the UAE will look into new innovative measures to put in its strategy which pertains to Trade Facilitation.

3.1.7. Medidas Antidumping, Compensatorias y de Salvaguardia El Párrafo 3.35 expresa que, en septiembre de 2015, los Emiratos Árabes Unidos notificaron a la OMC la adopción de la Ley Común de Medidas Antidumping, Compensatorias y de Salvaguardia del

Consejo de Cooperación para los Estados Árabes del Golfo (CCG); pero que no se ha realizado

ningún cambio respecto al último examen de políticas comerciales. Pregunta:

¿Por qué no se han introducido cambios en el marco jurídico e institucional respecto a las medidas comerciales especiales?

No amendment in the legal and institutional framework with regard to the contingency measures have been introduced, why? UAE would like to clarify that the notifications made in September 2015 under WTO

documents Number G/ADP/N/1/ARE/2 - G/SCM/N/1/ARE/2 - G/SG/N/1/ARE/2 dated 28th September 2015 of the Federal Decree No 7 of 2005 adopting the GCC Common law on antidumping, countervailing and safeguards measures were done with the view to

update UAE notifications made in 1997 under WTO documents Number G/SG/N/1/ARE/1 – G/ ADP/N/1/ARE/1 – G/SCM/N/1/ARE/1 dated respectively 27th march 1997 and 26th March 1997 that the UAE has no legislation relevant to safeguards,

antidumping and subsidy & countervailing measures. Therefore, the 2015 notification was very important for the sake of transparency and commitment to the WTO provisions pertaining to notifications of laws and regulations and thereby to reflect the UAE adoption of a trade remedy legislation, inter alia, the GCC Common Law on Antidumping, Countervailing and Safeguards measures unlike the 1997 nil notifications.

On the other hand, UAE would like to highlight that the implementation of the amendment of the GCC Common Law in UAE by means of a Federal Law, as required by the UAE Council of Ministers Decisions pertaining to the Adoption of GCC Common Laws

in UAE, requires additional constitutional proceedings and involvement of various constitutional Institutions in accordance with the UAE Constitution. Only one major step remained before the federal Law will be promulgated and issued in the UAE official Gazette.

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3.3.4. Fiscalidad e Incentivos

El párrafo 3.79 expresa que, excepto en el sector petrolero, los Emiratos Árabes Unidos carecen de impuestos federales sobre la renta, el patrimonio o las ganancias de capital de personas físicas o jurídicas.

Pregunta: ¿Qué régimen impositivo aplican los Emiratos Árabes Unidos y si ese régimen contempla incentivos

fiscales? What tax regime applies in the UAE and whether such a scheme does provide tax incentives?

Other than what was mentioned in the paragraph 3.79, the United Arab Emirates currently doesn’t have any other tax regime.

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ECUADOR

REPORT BY THE SECRETARIAT: 1. According to page 12, paragraph 1.4: “Improving SME access to financing is important for

inclusive growth. In this regard, progress has been made in SME finance through the issuance of a new SME Law and the establishment of financial infrastructure, such as a credit bureau and credit registry. Other initiatives which have been put in place over the past few years include using public

funds to facilitate access to credit, fostering financial literacy, and helping business incubation”

Could United Arab Emirates explain which parameters include the credit bureau and credit registry

to grant a loan to an SME? Of being the case, how does it works and what requirements apply to lines of credit for service sector of SMEs?


1. The UAE government issued the SME Law in 2014, which provided strong foundation for SME financing via Emirates Development Bank. The

2. The Central Bank of UAE has taken major steps to update and modify its policies with operating banks in UAE with the objective of increasing access to SME financing.

3. Many banks (UAE and foreign) introduced their own vital financing schemes to SMEs.

4. At present, there are more than (6) federal and local governmental programs to finance SMEs and more than (22) financing schemes for SMEs by banks and investment companies. 2. According to page 7, paragraph 8: “The customs authorities of each emirate are

responsible for applying the GCC Common Customs Law, and the Unified Guide for Customs

Procedures. Dubai Customs and the General Administration of Customs in Abu Dhabi have electronic systems for customs declarations. The UAE intends to begin implementing an authorized

economic operator (AEO) programme by launching a pilot programme with Dubai Customs”. Could UAE inform in what phase is the implementation of pilot AEO program and when do you

expected to authorize enabling this system? A UAE AEO National Committee has been formed and is currently drafting the procedures, criteria and benefits of the AEO. The pilot phase will start with selected companies and will be in effect

during the 4th quarter of 2016. The rollout of the AEO will be determined at a later stage. 3. According to page 41, paragraph 3.33: “Restricted goods are specific to the authority of

the customs authority of each emirate and, therefore, may vary from one emirate to another. Thus Dubai Customs includes as restricted goods live animals and birds, weapons and ammunitions, medicines and medical equipment, fertilizers, fungicides, seedlings and seeds, communications

systems, chemicals and radioactive substances, certain veterinary products, certain blood products, animal products, and new tyres”. Could UAE tell what are the restricted goods for the Customs Office of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah,

Fujairah, Umm al-Quwatin, Ajman and Ras al-Khaimah? Restrictions of goods are unified in the UAE by federal authorities, but local authorities are

delegated to issue permits. The UAE implements a national list for restricted goods. The list is worked on through the “circular and permits system” in the Federal Customs Authority linking the federal government agencies responsible for such restrictions and the local customs

administrations. Noting that such restrictions are not issued by customs authorities, but it is issued

by different agencies. Customs are responsible for implementation at the borders. 4. According to page 34, paragraph 3.14: “Imports of specific goods require prior approval

from the appropriate government agency before they may be imported. These goods include: all alcoholic beverages; pork and pork products; tobacco and tobacco products; recordings;

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telecommunications equipment; foodstuffs; feedstuffs; animals and their products; fireworks; and

arms, ammunition, and explosives”. Could UAE explain with major detail, what consists this authorization, what procedure follows to

obtain it, and which is the authority responsible for the concession of the approval? Approval is authorized by different agencies such as Ministry of health for Pharmaceutical goods,

Ministry of Interior for alcohol, etc. each with authorization process that differs and is clearly available on the relevant authority’s website. It could also be available through the “trade portal” available on the Ministry of Economy’s website (economy.gov.ae) as a fulfillment of the ATF which indicates the procedures, licensing, etc. in the relevant agency's website as per HS Code noting

that it is still being updated and further developed. 5. According to page 65 y 66, paragraph 4.23: “The Government of the UAE provides extension

support to traditional fishermen and a limited amount of subsidies in the form of boat engines, which does not exceed Dh 4.5 million annually, in order to preserve traditional fishing”.

Could United Arab Emirates inform, what requirements the fishermen must fulfill to benefit from this type of help or subsidy?

The requirements that fulfil the Fisherman to qualify for benefiting of this type of

help are two factors: 1- If no fishing violations are registered against him. 2- If the fisherman is categorized as limited income person.

What do UAE mean by the term disclosure?

In this paragraph nothing is mentioned about “disclosure” And what species are considered to be a traditional fishing?

These species are only Local fish such as Epinephelus coioides, Lethrinus nebulosus, Lethrinus lentjan, Siganus canaliculatus and Argyrops spinifer.

6. According to page 72, paragraph 4.59: “national treatment is not applied as regards the taxation of profits. Foreign banks are subject to a 20% tax on profits, which is not applied to national banks”.

Could UAE indicate under what disposition of the multilateral regulation this measure adjusts? Currently there are no plans to adjust this measure under multilateral regulation.

7. According to page 74, paragraph 4.69, foot note 18: “To be granted a license, the foreign company must commit to engage at least 15% UAE nationals. The authorities stated that this would be converted to a points system in 2017”.

Could United Arab Emirates explain, in what consists the system of points that will apply from 2017?

New strategy for nationalization was approved by Higher Committee and UAE Cabinet in 2015; as a result, the points system will be introduced as a new target system replacing the old one/ percentage of total employees. The point targets will be determined based on the two elements by

measuring the correlation with current Emiratization levels and growth written premiums in each insurance company.

How to achieve the target points?

The insurance companies can achieve the points througH number of factors:

a) Investment in training and development. b) Senior Management Commitment: The Senior Management bounces linked with the achievement of the targeted Emiratization System during the year.

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c) The number of UAE nationals and the type of jobs they hold so that higher points shall be granted where the job is in a Senior Management post and has a critical in nature. Time frame:

Our plan is giving two years as a growth period for adopting our strategy and the new points system within the following phases:

a) 2016: First phase, training and workshops. b) 2017: Second phase, we are planning to introduce the new points system; both systems will be valid and working in parallel. c) 2018: Last phase, the old system (percentage) will be not valid anymore, only the points

system will be valid at that time. 8. According to page 76, paragraph 4.82: “The DIFC has its own court system, as well as an

independent authority for arbitration to which disputes may be brought”. Could UAE inform how this judicial system works and the arbitration? How this judicial system and arbitration does it join to the judicial system of the UAE?

The DIFC Courts are an independent English language common law judiciary, based in the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) with jurisdiction governing civil and commercial disputes

nationally, regionally and worldwide. The Courts began operations in 2006. The DIFC Courts are part of the sovereign structure of the Emirate of Dubai, within the UAE.

Specifically, Dubai Law No.12 of 2004 ('Dubai Law No.12') is the governing statute which originally established the DIFC Judicial Authority (including the two DIFC Courts, the Court of First Instance and the Court of Appeal).

Originally, the jurisdiction of the DIFC Courts was limited to the geographical area of the DIFC. On

31 October 2011, the signing of Dubai Law No 16. Of 2011 allowed the DIFC Courts to hear any local or international cases and to resolve commercial disputes with the consent of all

parties? Parties are free to agree to submit to the jurisdiction of any other court under Article 5(2) of Dubai Law No 12 of 2004 (except for objections filed against decisions made by the Centre's Bodies, which are subject to objection in accordance with the Centre's Laws and Regulations).

Court of First Instance (CFI) Hears cases where the amount in dispute exceeds Dhs100,000. A single Judge hears the proceedings. The CFI has exclusive jurisdiction over any civil or commercial case when it relates to

the DIFC, and following the amendment to the governing law in October 2011, DIFC Courts can also hear cases when the contract in question specifies DIFC Courts’ jurisdiction (pre-dispute jurisdiction) or when both parties elect to use DIFC Courts to resolve a dispute which has already

arisen (post-dispute jurisdiction). Court of Appeal (CA)

CA Deals with a variety of civil and commercial disputes. It comprises at least three judges, with the Chief Justice. The CA has exclusive jurisdiction over: 1. Appeals filed against judgments and awards made by the CFI. 2. Interpretation of any article of the DIFC’s laws based upon the request of any of the DIFC’s establishments, provided that the establishment obtains leave of the Chief

Justice in this regard. Such interpretation shall have the power of law. 3. The Court of Appeal is the highest court in the DIFC Courts and no appeal shall arise from a decision of this court.

Small Claims Tribunal (SCT) The only operating tribunal of its kind in the region, the SCT was set up to enable access to justice in a swift and efficient manner. It can hear:

Any case that is related to the DIFC, where the amount of the claim or the value of the subject matter of the claim does not exceed AED100,000 or AED200,000 for employment matters; or

A case in which the claim pertains to an employment issue of any amount and both parties to the claim elect in writing that it be heard by the SCT; or

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Non-employment related cases where the amount of the claim or the value of the subject-

matter of the claim does not exceed AED500, 000; and all parties to the claim elect in writing that it be heard by the SCT.

Any case that is not related to the DIFC, where both parties consent to using the SCT and

either i) where the amount of the claim or the value of the subject matter of the claim does

not exceed AED 500,000 or ii) where the claim is related to an employment issue of any

claim amount.

The DIFC Courts have no jurisdiction over criminal matters and all criminal matters continue to be referred to the Dubai Police. The DIFC Courts also have no jurisdiction over family and matrimonial

matters. In Conclusion,

Dubai Law No. 12 of 2004 The Law establishing the Judicial Authority at the Dubai International Financial Centre’ is a Dubai law that establishes the DIFC Courts of First Instance and Appeal and the jurisdiction of the DIFC

Courts. The Dubai Law provides for the appointment of the DIFC Court Justice, including the Chief Justice of the DIFC Courts.

The Law allows the courts to deal exclusively with all claims and disputes arising from or within the DIFC. The Law also provides for the enforcement of judgments, orders and awards made by the DIFC Courts. The Law gives the Chief Justice the responsibility for administering the courts and any other circuits or divisions that are established.

Dubai Law No. 12 of 2004, as amended The amended law incorporates all the changes effected by Dubai Law No. 16 of 2011 and reflects

the provisions of Law No. 12 which remain unchanged. Most significant changes introduced by Law No. 16 include the extension of the DIFC Courts’ jurisdiction to include disputes which have no

relation to the DIFC, but where the parties agree in writing to opt for the Courts’ jurisdiction, and

the introduction of revised procedures for the execution of the Courts’ judgments, decisions and orders. DIFC Law 10 of 2004 – DIFC Court Law

The DIFC Court Law provides for the independent administration of Justice in the DIFC in accordance with Dubai Laws 9 of 2004 and 12 of 2004.

The DIFC Court Law allows for the appointment of Judges to the DIFC Courts and vests the management of the administrative affairs of the DIFC Courts with the Chief Justice of the Courts. The Law provides that the DIFC Courts will receive funding from the Government of Dubai for the

management of the DIFC Courts’ administrative affairs. The Laws set out the jurisdiction of the DIFC Courts (including issues relating to the jurisdiction of the Courts) and the Practice and Procedures that the Court will apply (on issues such as

judgments, order, costs and evidence). Clauses related to Dispute Resolution Authority in Dubai Law No. (7) Of 2014 amending

law No. (9) Of 2004 concerning the Dubai International Financial Center: Article (8)

The Dispute Resolution Authority: 1. The Dispute Resolution Authority shall be comprised of: a. the Centre’s Courts;

b. the Arbitration Institute; and

c. any other tribunals or ancillary bodies established in accordance with Article 8(5)(b) of this Law.

2. The Dispute Resolution Authority shall have separate legal personality and may sue and be sued in this capacity.

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http://difccourts.ae/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Dubai12of2004_amended2011.pdf

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3. The Dispute Resolution Authority shall carry out its duties and powers without interference from any of the other Centre’s Bodies, and is responsible for any matter assigned to it pursuant to the Centre’s Laws and the Centre’s Regulations.

4. The Dispute Resolution Authority shall have an independent and consolidated budget that

includes the Centre’s Courts budget, the Arbitration Institute budget and the budget of any other tribunals or ancillary bodies that may be established in accordance with Article 8(5)(b) of this Law.

The Government shall allocate to the Dispute Resolution Authority the necessary funds independently from the other Centre’s Bodies. 5. The Chief Justice of the Centre’s Courts shall be the Head of the Dispute Resolution Authority

and shall be responsible for its administration. For this purpose, the Chief Justice of the Centre's Courts shall have the following powers and duties:

a. preparing and submitting to the President the necessary reports concerning implementation of the strategies, policies, and objectives of the Dispute Resolution Authority;

b. subject to the approval of the President, establishing ancillary tribunals and establishments of the Dispute Resolution Authority, setting their duties and powers, and delegating to them any of the duties and powers of the Dispute Resolution Authority provided for by the Centre’s Laws and the Centre’s Regulations;

c. opening and operating bank accounts for the Dispute Resolution Authority and establishing procedures and controls for the operation of those bank accounts;

d. reviewing and approving financial statements and accounts of the Dispute Resolution Authority, and appointing auditors for the Dispute Resolution Authority and determining their fees;

e. approving the annual budget of the Dispute Resolution Authority and submitting it to the President for final approval; and

f. appointing any natural or legal persons in accordance with the terms and conditions he deems appropriate to assist the Dispute Resolution Authority in carrying out its duties and powers.

6. The Dispute Resolution Authority may form an Advisory Committee, comprised of persons known for their competence and expertise in the areas of law and dispute resolution. The Advisory Committee shall be appointed by a resolution of the President upon the recommendation of the

Chief Justice of the Centre’s Courts and of the Board of Trustees of the Arbitration Institute. The Head of the Dispute Resolution Authority shall determine the duties, powers, and mode of operation of the Advisory Committee.

9. According to page 82, paragraph 4.110: “Domestic services are provided predominantly by Emirates Telecommunications Corporation (trading as "Etisalat"), the former incumbent, and Emirates Integrated Technology Company (trading as "du"). Both are majority state-owned:

Etisalat is 60% state-owned and 40% owned by public shareholders; and du is 39.5% owned by the Emirates Investment Authority, 19.75% by Mubadala Development Company, 19.5% by the Emirates Communications and Technology Company LLC and 21.25% by public shareholders.

Neither licensee pays corporation tax, instead each pay royalties to the Federal Government based on a percentage of revenues and net profits arising from the provision of regulated activities”. Could United Arab Emirates explain what percentage represents these royalties?

The Ministry of Finance has set the royalty percentages up until 2016. For 2016, the percentages are as follows for both Etisalat and du: 15% of regulated revenue (i.e. UAE revenues that are

under the oversight of the TRA); and 30% of total profits.

10. According to page 46, paragraph 3.66: “During 2012-2015 the UEA made 47 notifications

under the WTO Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures. Of these one was a corrigendum, two were addenda, and 29 were emergency notifications (most of which referred to poultry products, as well as live sheep and goats and their products). The 15 regular notifications referred to new legislation or amendments to existing legislation. An additional 3

notifications were distributed between 1 January and 29 February 2016, of which one was an

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emergency notification for live poultry and poultry products. No specific trade concerns were raised

by other WTO Members concerning SPS measures in the UAE” Could UAE send us in English or Spanish the Annex of notifications issued as document

G/SPS/N/ARE/67, published in 2016, which details quarantine pests and other non-quarantine pests regulated?

The annex to the Ministerial Decree no. 824 for 2015 in English language is attached in a pdf format. 11. According to page 46, paragraph 3.68: “Additionally, all live animals and animal products

as well as all plants and plant products are subject to quarantine measures and must be accompanied by a health certificate”.

Could United Arab Emirates clarify, if all the products of vegetable origin need a phytosanitary certificate or if this depends on the category of phytosanitary risk for the emission of Phytosanitary Permissions of Import and / or Phytosanitary Certificates of Export? And what is the process by

which the sanitary certificate is obtained in the country of destination? A Phytosanitary Certificate is requested for all imported fresh plant products (fruits & vegetables).The Phytosanitary certificate is an official declaration stating that plants

and plant material are free from pests and diseases. The national plant protection organization represented by Plant Health and Agriculture Department/Climate Change and Environment Ministry is responsible for issuing Phytosanitary Certificate.

The general procedures for export certification involved:

1- Application : The exporter is required to apply for a Phytosanitary Certificate

2- Inspection: The inspection is performed at the point of exit. The exporter is

required to present exportable materials for inspection, already packed for

export.

3- Issuance of the Phytosanitary Certificate

12. In the same paragraph: “All shipments of food are visually inspected to ensure compliance with labelling and shelf-life regulations, while random samples are taken from some food

consignments (depending on risk assessments) for laboratory tests to ensure compliance with UAE requirements”. Could UAE inform what the inspection process plant products, specifying the documentary and

physical verification product inspection and sampling for phytosanitary analysis based on the total shipping?

The Plant health checks are carried out on all plants and plant products coming to UAE for:

Phytosanitary certificates and documents to ensure the consignment meets

requirements;

Identity to ensure that the consignment corresponds to the certificate;

Inspection to ensure that the consignment is free from harmful organisms;

Taking samples for lab tests when needed.

13. According to page 33, paragraph 3.8: “According to the authorities, under the Unified Guide,

the documents to be attached to the single customs declaration for imports are the original invoice

and original certificate of origin” and paragraph 3.10: “Since 2014, the Federal Customs Authority's Unified Customs Gateway has worked as an interface between the customs administrations of the emirates and other regulating government authorities. The main system has

two sub-systems: the circular system automates correspondence on prohibited and restricted goods from the relevant government authorities to the local customs administrations; and the

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authorization system works to regulate and manage the issuing of export and import permits from the responsible authorities”. In this regard, it would be relevant to know the scope of the main system used as an interface

between customs administrations of the United Arab Emirates and other public regulatory bodies,

and the results obtained at present, in order to know if your definition resembles to a single window for foreign trade, which contributes to the simplification of exchanges of information

between the different actors of trade and governments. In addition, we consider it appropriate will report standard electronic documents used in the authorization system for issuing import and export permits, in order to predict future data exchanges to streamline and facilitate trade between countries.

The single window that is currently applied in the UAE is implemented by Dubai Trade in Dubai and Maqtaa Gateway in Abu Dhabi. The “GCC Unified Customs Procedures at the First Point of Entry”

are procedures that have been agreed upon and unified within the GCC Customs Union. The Federal Customs Authority’s “Circular and Permits System” links federal governments with local customs administration for electronic permits and the circular links both customs administration

and the private sector to receive updated circulars (recalls, temporary prohibition, etc.) This serves as a basis for the Single Window, but it is not a Single Window. The FCA is looking into having a unified UAE Single Window, to link the Single Windows Implemented in each emirate,

which will make it the first multi-platform Single Window. It could be used in the future as a basis to connect the GCC and forming a unified GCC Single Window.

According to bilateral, regional, and free trade agreements that UAE signed with other countries, could UAE confirmed if the certificates of origin are included in the principal system or Federal Customs Authority's Unified Customs Gateway to be generated as electronic documents, in spite of

not having been mentioned as restrictive document in the imports or exports. Certificates of origin are issued by the Ministry of Economy and are therefore not included in the

“Circulars and Permits System” or the FCA’s Unified Customs Gateway.

14. According to page 40, paragraph 3.32: “Import restrictions are applied to some goods for safety, health, public morals, or security reasons (Table 3.5). Imports of restricted goods are

permitted, subject to additional import requirements, such as veterinary or plant health certificates, or subject to limits such as those applying to alcohol and cigarettes”.

In relation to the charter of restricted goods, could UAE inform which are the electronic certificates issued by state agencies? Certificates that are issued by regulatory authorities such as:

- Food safety and expiry certificates (issued by the Ministry of Environment and the

local municipalities).

- Pharmaceutical goods import permits are issued by the Ministry of Health.

- Permits for radioactive substances are issued by the Federal Authority for Nuclear

Regulation.

- Permits for chemical substance, dangerous substance, etc. are issued by the

Ministry of Interior.

- Etc.

The majority of these entities have electronic certificates as most of them have been connected

with Customs as some of the initial steps taken to establish a single window. The Federal Customs Authority will continue connecting between these entities as per the electronic permit and circulars

systems once the "unified trader code" for importers and exports has been approved by the

Cabinet of Ministers of the UAE. 15. According to page 7, paragraph 8: “The customs authorities of each emirate are responsible for applying the GCC Common Customs Law and the Unified Guide for Customs Procedures. Dubai

Customs and the General Administration of Customs in Abu Dhabi have electronic systems for

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customs declarations. The UAE intends to begin implementing an authorized economic operator

(AEO) programme by launching a pilot programme with Dubai Customs”. It would be very important to know from UAE, which operator will begin the AEO Pilot Program as

well as when the official AEO program to take place. The UAE AEO program is still under development and will be piloted in Dubai Customs in the 4th

Quarter of 2016. 16. According to page 58, paragraph 3.136: “Police departments in each emirate have Commercial Crimes Departments which carry out raids, and are equipped with laboratories to

examine counterfeit goods and provide reports on the similarities and differences between genuine and counterfeit products”.

We would like the UAE to share its experiences regarding the inspections that the country has carried out, as well as provide a general description of the control processes.

Police Departments in the United Arab Emirates / Commercial Crimes Department coordinate closely with The Economic Development Departments In this area. For instance, best practices conducted that commercial compliance section in Dubai, in particular, initiated the first intellectual property advisory board on the public - private partnership basis. This advisory body is chaired by

the government and membership comprises from all large companies (local and Foreign) and brand names owners from various sectors.

The main reason behind creating the board is to work closely with the private sector (IP rights owners) to improve the intellectual property system in the UAE. Moreover, there is ongoing coordination and training provided to our commercial compliance inspectors to empower them with

the proper understanding to the counterfeit dilemma .The training also schedule visits to the factories of international brands for understanding technical insights which will help the inspectors to understand the fake products during raids.

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UKRAINE

Federal Law No. 28 of 2001 regarding the Establishment of the Emirates Authority for

Standardization and Metrology and the laws amending thereof

The Cabinet Decree No. 22 of 2004 concerning the Executive Regulations for the National

Accreditation as amended;

UAE Cabinet Decree No. 35 for the year 2015

Article 18

Suspension and Cancellation of the Accreditation

1. The Board or its delegated representative may suspend accreditation for the entire scope of

accreditation, or part of it for a period not exceeding 60 days, in case of the finding any major

non-conformity within the accredited CAB, which may affect its efficiency in performing conformity

assessment activities, or in the case of lack of commitment of accredited CAB with any other

procedure related to accreditation required by the Authority.

2. The CAB shall be informed of the decision of cancellation or suspension, partially or fully,

with the reason(s) for the action within 5 working days from the date of the decision.

3. In case the CAB continues without rectifying its status within the time limit specified in

paragraph 1 of this article, the Board has the right to take any of the following action(s):

a. The accreditation will be cancelled in case of full suspension.

b. If the accreditation was partially suspended, only that specific part of the scope of accreditation of the CAB will be cancelled and the Authority will issue an accreditation certificate with a new scope of accreditation.

4. The applicant or the accredited body may withdraw the application of accreditation, but shall

pay the fees and fines towards the implemented processes and procedures, and the withdrawn

applicant or withdrawn accredited body may re-submit a new application of accreditation, and pay

the required fees again.

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