Regulatory updates
New rules, circulars, consultations and notices from UAE regulators, each summarised with who is affected and what to do. Collected by Arakan Lexara from the regulators' own websites.
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The Central Bank of the UAE held a consultative meeting with CEOs from banks and insurance companies to present its regulatory priorities for 2027. The focus areas include governance, cyber resilience, fraud prevention, and the integration of AI. This meeting is part of CBUAE's ongoing efforts to enhance the resilience of the financial sector.
This regulation implements Emiratization strategies and targets in the banking, financial, and insurance sectors in the UAE. It mandates the Central Bank of UAE to establish mechanisms for monitoring compliance and imposes penalties on institutions that fail to adhere. The collected penalties will fund Emiratization efforts and training for UAE nationals in these sectors.
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Past weekly briefingsThe Central Bank of the UAE announced its decision to keep the base rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) unchanged at 3.9%. This decision is significant for financial institutions as it influences the cost of borrowing and lending in the UAE, impacting liquidity and financial planning.