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Updated guidelines for events in February 2022

On 26th February, following positive indicators signalling the recovery phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, supported by the community's commitment to preventive measures. Abu Dhabi Emergency Crisis, Disasters Committee approves reduced precautionary measures.

“Businesses will welcome the ambition of the Prime Minister that inches us closer to pre-pandemic trading conditions. However, for many firms, this move will not be without its challenges and Government must not pass public health decisions on to the business community, who are not public health experts."

On 15th February, global icons Coldplay performed a never-before-seen show as they showcased songs from their new album ‘Music of the Spheres’ before they kick-off their world tour in March.

The UAE will introduce a federal Corporate Tax on business profits effective for financial years starting on or after 1 June 2023. The UAE Corporate Tax regime has been designed to incorporate best practices globally and minimise the compliance burden for UAE businesses.

Updated guidelines for events in December 2021

In December 2021, BBG Abu Dhabi celebrated its 25th anniversary and announced its intention to become British Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi in January 2022. Read the story of the organisation's strategic review that led to the transition, the rebrand, the changes to governance, and the benefits for members of BCC AD.

As of 31 October 2021, Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee has updated entry requirements for events and exhibitions, including those related to business, entertainment and sport, all attendees must have green status on Al Hosn app and a negative PCR test result within 96 hours.

It will no longer be mandatory to wear face masks in certain places in the UAE, according to the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHaP) and National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA). However, people will still need to observe a safe two-metre distance from others.

The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee has updated the procedure to enter Abu Dhabi emirate from within the UAE, and has approved the cancellation of Covid-19 testing requirements to enter, effective Sunday, 19 September 2021.