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Oman's VAT Landscape - Understanding the Terrain

Deloitte hosted a 30-minute webinar tailored for professionals aiming to grasp the essentials of Oman's VAT regime and enhance their proficiency in navigating its complexities.

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Corporate Tax through the lens of Pillar 2 - Treatment of withholding
taxes and tax credits

We hosted a 30-minute webinar that focused on the treatment of withholding taxes and tax credits. The session covered key topics such as an update on the latest Pillar Two (P2) developments, including compliance costs, and the treatment of source/withholding taxes and tax credits under the UAE Corporate Tax (CT) and Pillar Two. 

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The Saudi Advantage: RHQ Opportunities and Tax Incentives for MNCs

We hosted a detailed 40-minute webinar discussing Saudi Arabia's new 30-year tax incentive package under the Regional Headquarters (RHQ) Program, aimed at attracting multinational corporations. Key topics included an overview of the RHQ Program, highlights of the tax incentives, and insights into the implementation challenges and opportunities. 

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Navigating Qatar’s Evolving Transfer Pricing Landscape

We hosted an insightful 60-minute webinar on the changing dynamics of Transfer Pricing laws and regulations in Qatar, focusing on new trends and challenges. Our experts discussed key aspects of Qatar's TP scenario, including regulations in the Qatar Financial Centre and General Tax Authority, and strategies for audit readiness. 

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Corporate Tax through the lens of Pillar 2

We hosted the third webinar of our CT through the lens of P2 webinar series on Tuesday, 16 January 2024. This webinar provided insightful updates on Pillar 2's impact on reorganizations, including the latest in disclosure requirements, trends, and treatments under the UAE Corporate Tax and Pillar 2 regime. 

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Deloitte Transfer Pricing webinar: Intra-group loans, guarantees, and cash pools - Treasurers’ delight 

Our team of Transfer Pricing experts hosted a 60-minute webinar that provided an in-depth exploration of the UAE's TP regulations, particularly focusing on treasury arrangements within groups operating in the UAE.

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Understanding the Climate, Sustainability and Tax dynamics in the Middle East

Our tax experts held a 60-minute webinar on 12 December 2023 to delve deeper into the role of tax policies in addressing climate change and how the Middle East (ME) is navigating this evolving landscape. 

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The latest Transfer Pricing developments in Egypt and the Middle East

Deloitte held a Transfer Pricing webinar on Wednesday, 6 December 2023, to discuss the latest developments in Egypt and the Middle East. This webinar provided insights, strategies, and solutions to effectively address these changes.

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Minds Over Machines: Ensuring a Balanced AI Revolution in Middle East Tax and Legal Services

Deloitte held a 60-minute webinar on 16 November where our tax team shed light on the best practices for ensuring responsible AI adoption to optimize tax offerings.

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Exploring the CESOP reporting obligations

Deloitte held a 60-minute webinar on 14 November to delve deeper into the scope and the impact of the CESOP reporting obligations. The aim of this session was to inform ME businesses about when they are subject to the EU CESOP reporting obligations. Our team also covered the impact on processes and systems, and how Deloitte can assist in this regard.

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Exploring the UAE Transfer Pricing Guide

On 23 October 2023, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) issued a comprehensive Transfer Pricing (TP) Guide (CTGTP1) herein after referred to as “TP Guide”, bringing much-needed clarity for businesses on the application of the arm’s length principle. The TP Guide provides insights into the FTA’s interpretation of TP regulations under the Corporate Tax Law. It also includes numerous examples to clarify the complexities of TP. In light of this, our team of TP experts held a 60-minute webinar to delve deeper into intricacies of the TP Guide. 

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Decisions on Taxation of Free Zone Person

On 3 November 2023, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) published Cabinet Decision No. 100 of 2023 on ‘Determining Qualifying income for Qualifying Free Zone Person for the Purposes of Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on the Taxation of Corporations and Businesses’ and Ministerial Decision No. 265 of 2023 ‘Regarding Qualifying Activities and Excluded Activities for the Purposes of Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on the Taxation of Corporations and Businesses’. 

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Navigating the Digital Value Chain

In the United Arab Emirates, where digitization is rapidly advancing, the concept of digital value chain is particularly relevant. As the country continues its digital transformation journey, businesses can adopt specific strategies to be compliant. Our team of Transfer Pricing (TP) experts held a 60-minute webinar to delve deeper into the challenges and strategies with respect to the digital value chain, how it has evolved from the traditional supply chain, and the impact of Artificial Intelligence.

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Corporate Tax through the lens of Pillar 2

Deloitte held the second session of its webinar series on Corporate Tax (CT) through the lens of Pillar 2 on 2 November 2023. This webinar provided insights into the real estate sector's adaptation to Pillar 2, addressing the UAE's delayed implementation, handling of real estate under the new tax regimes, individual property ownership, MD 120 and Article 20(2) transitional provisions, and REIT-related impacts.

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Transfer Pricing webinar: Introduction of Advance Pricing Agreements in KSA

Deloitte held a 60-minute webinar to provide a comprehensive understanding of the recently introduced Advance Pricing Agreement program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 

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Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and how it impacts your ME businesses

The Deloitte Middle East Customs and Global Trade team held a 60-minute webinar on Tuesday, 12 September 2023, to provide insight into the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism regulations and the ensuing compliance requirements.

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Latest updates on VAT, Excise, RETT, and tax controversies

Deloitte held a 60-minute webinar on Wednesday, 6 September 2023 at 11:00 am (KSA time), to provide a deep dive into the recent changes that are shaping the KSA indirect tax landscape. 

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UAE Transfer Pricing and its interaction with the Free Zone Corporate Tax regime

Deloitte held a webinar on 17 August 2023 which provided businesses with insight into the Transfer Pricing rules and their impact on Free Zone Persons operating in the UAE

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Free Zone Public Consultation Paper

Deloitte held a webinar on 25 July 2023 which provided insight
into the key highlights of the Consultation Paper, its impact on free zone
businesses, and the possible interpretations that businesses should consider when responding to the Consultation Paper.

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Latest updates on direct and indirect taxes in Oman

With frequent changes and updates issued by the Oman Tax Authority (OTA), it is important for businesses to stay ahead of these developments and their implications. This will enable them to make informed decisions as they maintain tax compliance.

In light of the above, our tax experts hosted a 60-minute webinar on Wednesday, 12 July at 11:00 am to provide insights on the latest changes in the direct and indirect tax landscape in Oman, in addition to the best practices for effectively navigating them. 

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Amendments to the KSA Transfer Pricing Bylaws – English and Arabic session

Deloitte held a webinar on the amendments to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Transfer Pricing Bylaws (KSA TP Bylaws) on 21 June 2023. This webinar provided insights into the recent changes in KSA TP Bylaws as approved by the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA). It explored the implications of these changes for multinational businesses operating in the Kingdom and provided expert guidance on enhancing compliance efforts and optimizing transfer pricing practices.

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Corporate Tax through the lens of Pillar 2

Deloitte held the first session of its webinar series on Corporate Tax (CT) through the lens of Pillar 2 on 20 June 2023. This webinar provided insights into the latest developments in Pillar 2, the recent UAE CT Cabinet Decisions and their alignment/misalignment with Pillar 2, as well as the convergence and differences between the CT regime and Pillar 2.

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Navigating the tax accounting impacts of UAE CT Law

Deloitte held a webinar on 19 June 2023 which provided insights into the key tax accounting implications that businesses may face during their interim and year end reporting for FY23 due to the enactment of the CT law, as well as guidance on how to effectively manage these impacts.

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Decision on Qualifying Free Zone Income

Deloitte held a webinar on 6 June 2023 which provided key highlights of the Cabinet Decision and its direct impact on Free Zone businesses in the UAE.

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The new UAE Transfer Pricing regime in focus

Deloitte held a webinar on 23 May 2023 which provided businesses with insights on the latest developments in UAE’s Transfer Pricing regime.

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Navigating the UAE MoF's Explanatory Guide

On 12 May 2023, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) 2023 issued an Explanatory Guide for Federal Decree-Law no.47 of 2022 on Taxation of Corporations and Businesses (the CT Law) set to go live as of 1 June 2023.

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Transfer Pricing Practice in Egypt

Deloitte held a webinar on 14 March 2023 to provide businesses with insights on the latest developments in the transfer pricing (TP) landscape across Egypt and the wider region, as well as the best practices for businesses to optimize their TP approach and meet compliance requirements.

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Latest amendments on VAT, Excise Tax, RETT and e-invoicing in KSA

Deloitte held a webinar on Thursday, 16 February 2023, which provided insight on ZATCA’s latest developments, and the measures businesses can take to ensure compliance.

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The Transfer Pricing regime in the UAE

Deloitte held a webinar on Wednesday, 8 February 2023, which provided insight on the new Transfer Pricing rules in the UAE and their impact on multinational businesses operating within the country.

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Update on OECD Pillar Two and its link to Corporate Tax in
the UAE

Deloitte held a webinar on Thursday, 2 February 2023, which provided
insight on the latest updates from the OECD Pillar Two, their interaction with the new UAE Corporate Tax law, and the effects on Free Zone companies

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The UAE Ministry of Finance has now released the Corporate Tax Legislation

Deloitte held a webinar on 15 December 2022 to discusss the key highlights of the newly issued Corporate Tax in the UAE and the next steps your business should be considering at this stage.

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The second wave of the e-invoicing integration phase in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Deloitte held a webinar on 14 December 2022 to discusss the second wave of the e-invoicing integration phase in the Kingdom and the steps businesses can take now to ensure compliance with the regulations.

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Operational Transfer Pricing for ME businesses | Increased transparency, compliance, and efficiency

Deloitte TP and Business Process Solutions (BPS) team held a webinar on Monday, 31 October 2022 where our Tax specialists provided insight on the actions that businesses should take to optimize their processes and controls to deliver effective OTP.

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The new UAE Transfer Pricing regime

On 31 January 2022, the Ministry of Finance of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced that the UAE will introduce a Federal Corporate Tax (CT) on business profits that will be effective for financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023.

Deloitte held a webinar on Tuesday, 27 September 2022 where our TP specialists discussed the proposed TP rules in the UAE, its impact on multinational businesses, and the actions that businesses should take in order to prepare for the introduction of these TP rules

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Phase two of the e-invoicing implementation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

E-invoicing was introduced last year in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Phase one of the implementation, the generation phase, has already gone live on December 4, 2021. Phase two of the implementation, the integration phase, will go live on January 1, 2023. 

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Transfer Pricing Bylaws in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Deloitte held a webinar, in English and Arabic, on 31 August and 20 September 2022 to discuss the impacts the purposed amendments to the KSA TP Bylaws might have on businesses in the Kingdom. Our TP specialists also covered on the next steps that businesses should be considering at this stage to prepare for this important change. 

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Transfer Pricing Audit Developments in the Middle East - Practical cases and immense challenges

Deloitte held a webinar, in English and Arabic, on 28 July 2022 and 23 August to provide businesses with an overview of the recent Transfer Pricing (TP) audit developments in the Middle East and covered the practical cases and challenges businesses are likely to encounter. 

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Business impacts of the KSA Tax Authority’s Amnesty initiative

Deloitte held a webinar, in Arabic and English, on 22 and 23 June 2022 to provide businesses with an overview of the Tax Amnesty initiative in Saudi Arabia which included the process to avail from the Amnesty, and what is covered under the current penalty scheme.

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Key highlights of the UAE Public Consultation Document on Corporate Tax

Deloitte held a webinar on 16 May 2022 which provided businesses with an overview of the United Arab Emirates Public Consultation Document on Corporate Tax, in addition to the expected tax implications, areas of uncertainty, and respective policy options.

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Transfer Pricing compliance in the Middle East | Arabic session

Deloitte held a 60-minute webinar, in Arabic, surrounding the key Middle East Transfer Pricing priorities businesses should be focusing on to ensure compliance with the regulations.

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Managing Tax Risks in the Commodity Market

Deloitte held a 60-minute webinar in collaboration with the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) on 9 March 2022, where our Tax experts discussed the potential risks for commodity market participants, as well as effective risk mitigation actions.

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Transfer Pricing compliance in the Middle East

Deloitte held a webinar on Monday, 28 February 2022. This webinar covered the key Middle East Transfer Pricing compliance priorities that Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) should be focusing on to ensure compliance with the regulations in the above-mentioned countries.

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Remote working, corporate relocation, and investment migration options for HNWI

We were pleased to collaborate with Henley & Partners on a recent webinar which took place on Thursday, 10 February 2022. The aim of the session was to provide business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, and investors with insight into the latest trends in remote working, corporate relocation, and investment migration options.

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The introduction of Corporate Tax in the UAE

In line with the introduction of a federal Corporate Tax on business profits in the UAE, we held a 60-minute webinar on 8 February 2022 highlighting the key design principles and policy choices of the new regime, their potential impacts on businesses, interaction with Pillar 2, and the initial steps that businesses can be undertaking at this point to ensure day one readiness.

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Navigating the new Transfer Pricing requirements in Jordan

Deloitte held a webinar on 19 January 2022 which highlighted the impacts of the Executive Instructions of the new Transfer Pricing Regulations for businesses headquartered and/or operating in Jordan. We discussed the best practices to enable these changes in order to comply with the new legislation.

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Updates on Global Minimum Tax – A Middle East perspective

On 20 December 2021, the OECD/IF published the model rules for the application of the GMT detailing the purpose and operation of the rules. These model rules will have to be introduced into domestic legislation of the countries that decide to implement the GMT. According to the implementation plan, the GMT will take effect from 1 January 2023. The time to start preparing is now.

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Practical considerations and experience for Chinese businesses operating in KSA

On 12 January 2022, we held a 60-minute webinar which focused on how Chinese businesses with operations in the Kingdom can navigate the changing tax landscape.

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Deloitte’s virtual book launch: Your go-to guide to Economic Substance in the UAE

Given the importance of the ESR, we developed the first of its kind ES guide with a view to support UAE businesses with their reporting obligations. We launched the guide by hosting a 60-minute virtual event where our ES pracitioners provided an overview of the guide and the value it brings. 

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Real Estate Transactions Tax (RETT)

Deloitte participated in a virtual webinar organized by the Saudi Association of Real Estate Science where we provided insight on the latest Real Estate Transactions Tax (RETT) developments in the Kingdom.

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Anticipated VAT increase in Bahrain

Deloitte held a 45-minute webinar on 25 November surrounding the anticipated VAT increase in Bahrain, while providing valuable insights to businesses to help them prepare for the potential impacts of the transition.

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Transfer Pricing and Customs valuation: immense changes in the Middle East?

Deloitte hosted a 60-minute webinar on Wednesday, 24 November 2021 where our experts discussed how Transfer Pricing and Customs valuation is becoming an increased area of focus, as well as how taxpayers in the Middle East can strike a balance between the contradicting legislative mechanisms.

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The post pandemic TP Environment in the Middle East

As businesses return back to some normality, the wider effects of the global pandemic still linger. In light of the above, Deloitte hosted a 60-minute webinar on Wednesday, 20 October 2021 where our TP experts discussed the the key Tax and TP priorities that MNEs should be focusing on as we move to a post pandemic phase in the global economy.

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e-Invoicing: Beyond VAT, what about TP?

Over the last few years, governments in the Middle East region have rapidly introduced a number of tax reforms including Transfer Pricing (TP) and Value Added Tax (VAT) measures. Deloitte held a 60-minute webinar on 22 September surrounding the impact on e-Invoicing on Transfer Pricing related maters in KSA and wider Middle East regions.

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The future of Trade Operations | Are you in control of your product classifications?

In the current political environment, where global trade regulations change at an incredibly fast pace, your peer organizations are accelerating their investments in making processes more efficient, mitigating manual efforts and focusing resources on driving strategic value, all as part of their Compliance Strategy.

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Transfer Pricing updates in Qatar

The Transfer Pricing landscape in the State of Qatar is rapidly evolving and businesses need to be aware of the actions required to accommodate these developments. Deloitte held a 60-minute webinar on Tuesday, 24 August 2021 where we discussed all Transfer Pricing changes in Qatar and how they may impact businesses.

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Transfer Pricing Audits in the GCC: Myth or a hard reality?

Over the last 6 to 12 months, we have seen many GCC tax authorities significantly increase their enforcement of transfer pricing (TP) and related-party transaction laws. In light of the above, Deloitte held a webinar on Monday, 2 August 2021 in order to bring businesses up to speed on the latest Transfer Pricing audits updates across the GCC.

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An update on all indirect taxes one year after the VAT rate increased in KSA

Effective 1 July 2020, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) announced the increase of the Value added Tax (VAT) rate. Following this announcement, many developments such as the introduction of Real Estate Transaction Tax (RETT), e Invoicing, penalty amnesty, and the merger of the Customs authorities with the tax authorities took place during the year.

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Managing Customs procedures for Free Zones and Mainland | Opportunities and challenges

Deloitte held a webinar in collaboration with the Dubai Customs. During this session, we provided insight of the main Customs developments entities need to be aware of at this time, as well as key Customs compliance and obligation requirements that all Clients and Industries located in Dubai should follow.

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The G7 Global Minimum Tax rate: A Middle East perspective

The issue of a Global Minimum Tax rate has become one of the most widely discussed issues in international taxation. Deloitte therefore held a 60-minute webinar where we discussed this historic development from the perspective of the UAE and Bahrain as both countries currently do not levy direct corporate income tax.

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Transfer Pricing updates from across the Middle East region

Transfer Pricing (TP) has become a popular topic of discussion following the introduction of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) recommendations in 2014. From 2018 onwards, many key economies throughout the Middle East region introduced TP regulations.

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Your go-to guide to Transfer Pricing in the Middle East

Deloitte in partnership with LexisNexis held a virtual book launch for our publication, Transfer Pricing in the Middle East. This book was written by Deloitte’s Transfer Pricing and tax specialists in order to provide insight and practical experience for readers across different levels of skills and experience.

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OECD Pillar One and Two and their impacts on businesses in the Middle East

The OECD has recently released reports on Pillar One and Pillar Two Blueprints for the OECD G20 project on the taxation of the digital economy, related consultation documents and an impact assessment report. Middle East businesses with global operations will be impacted by these developments. Deloitte held a webinar on Wednesday, 16 June 2021 to assist with the preparation process to ensure compliance.

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VAT in Oman: The next stages in compliance, will you be ready?

The Value Added Tax (VAT) regime commenced on 16 April 2021 where a 5% VAT will be applied to the sale and purchase of most goods and services in the Sultanate of Oman. This represents a major transformation for both the Government and consumers, however, as businesses have the responsibility of ‘collecting the tax’ the greatest challenge is on them to get it right.

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Upcoming economic substance filing obligations in the UAE

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) are applicable retrospectively from 1 January 2019 and the first compliance cycle has now passed. Potential ESR implications for FY20 and FY21 are currently being determined. 

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Recent Customs and Global Trade developments in Qatar

On 5 January 2021, the six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)) signed a “solidarity and stability” agreement during a summit meeting in the Saudi city of al-Ula. 

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E-invoicing developments in KSA

Deloitte held a 60 minute webinar for clients based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arbia (KSA) and wider Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to disucss these recent developments.

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Deloitte and the Dubai Multi Commodoties Centre (DMCC) webinar on navigating the UAE's trade landscape

Deloitte was delighted to join the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) during a recent webinar to discuss the current Trade landscape in the United Arab Emirates’s (UAE) and provide guidance on Customs risks and opportunities, as well as compliance obligations businesses should be aware of when operating in a Free Zone.

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VAT Executive Regulations in Oman

Deloitte hosted a 60-minute webinar where we provided businesses with key information surrounding the new Value Added Tax (VAT) Regulations in Oman and how they can navigate this major change.

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Transfer Pricing developments in Qatar

Deloitte hosted a 60-minute webinar surrounding the rapilidy evolving Transfer Pricing landscape in Qatar. During the session, we informed businesses of the need to know changes they should be aware of and the actions required to accommodate these developments.

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Deloitte virtual Qatar tax conference summary

For the past years, Deloitte has organized its annual tax conference in Doha, Qatar to update clients on local tax updates. In light of the global circumstances, our 2021 tax conference was held virtually on Wednesday, 10 February 2021.

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Deloitte and Robert Walters: VAT and Customs increases in Saudi Arabia

Deloitte and in association with Robert Walters, hosted a 60 minute webinar where our Indirect Tax experts discussed the recent VAT and Customs developments in The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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Excise Tax developments in the GCC

Deloitte hosted a 60-minute webinar where our team of experts discussed the latest updates pertaining to Excise Tax developments in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

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EU Anti-Tax avoidance directives (ATAD) impacting MENA businesses

Deloitte hosted a 60-minute webinar pertaining to the introduction of the Europe (EU) Anti-Tax avoidance directives (ATAD II) applicable as of 1 January, 2020.

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Indirect Tax implications of COVID-19 in the GCC

In moments of uncertainty and concern, it is not only about what leaders of organizations do but equally how they do it that matters. COVID-19 has taken the world by surprise, causing a great deal of uncertainty. 

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Transfer Pricing developments in KSA

Deloitte hosted a 60-minute webinar to discuss the Transfer Pricing developments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the actions required to accommodate them.

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Bahrain Tax developments

Deloitte hosted a 90-minute webinar to discuss the changing tax landscape and recent developments currently impacting businesses in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

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Qatar issues new Executive Regulations to the Income Tax law

Deloitte hosted a 60-minute webinar on January 6, 2020 on all related updates for the new Executive Regulations to the income tax law in the State of Qatar. 

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Economic Substance in the UAE

Deloitte hosted a 60-minute webinar surrounding all related updates pertaining to ES in the UAE. Businesses in the UAE will be required to start reporting on 31 March 2020. In this session, we focused on practical complexities we encountered when advising on the Economic Substance Rules (ESR). 

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Insight on the introduction of the new Economic Substance Rules in the UAE

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Cabinet issued the Economic Substance Regulations requiring all UAE onshore and free zone companies that conduct “Relevant Activities” to have demonstrable economic substance in the UAE with effect from 30 April 2019. UAE based companies will be required to report financial data on their Relevant Activities on an annual basis to the regulatory authority.

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The double taxation treaty between UAE and KSA

A Double Taxation Treaty (DTT) between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was signed, making it the first DTT between two Gulf Corporation Council (GCC) countries. KSA has recently ratified the DTT by publishing in its official Gazette the approval decision along with the treaty text.

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Recent Transfer Pricing developments in the GCC and Egypt

The last year has seen significant changes in the local tax landscape, including new Transfer Pricing (TP) regulations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), the release of updated TP requirements in Egypt, the introduction of country-by-country reporting (CbCR) rules in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the introduction of Economic Substance rules in both the UAE and Bahrain.

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Update on the implementation of VAT in the UAE, KSA and Bahrain

Changes in regulation and tax reform continue to be on the increase in the Middle East, and this includes the implementation of a Value Added Tax (VAT) regime that commenced in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain with 5% VAT applying on the sale and purchase of most goods and services.

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KSA issues final transfer pricing bylaws

On Tuesday, 26 February 2019, Deloitte hosted a 90-minute webinar session on the recently issued transfer pricing bylaws in Saudi Arabia. During this session, Shiv Mahalingham, Deloitte’s Regional Transfer Pricing Leader, discussed the key elements of the final Saudi Arabia transfer pricing bylaws and discussed their impact on Saudi Arabian-based, regional and global multinationals.

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