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Business & Investments

BCCD finance experts explore challenges and opportunities of new UAE corporate tax system

Panel discuss optimisation, investment and compliance under new governing laws

January 28,2025: Dubai, UAE: A panel of experts convened by the British Chamber of Commerce Dubai (BCCD) has revealed some of the challenges and opportunities for businesses operating under the new UAE corporate tax system. Following recent updates to governing laws, the panel discussion explored a range of themes, including tax optimisation, boosting foreign investment, and streamlining processes for compliance.

Opening the event, Dr. Peter Wilson, Founder and Global Tax Advisor at PB First Global Tax, provided an overview of the updated regulations issued in the Ministerial Decision of December 2024, highlighting changes in tax grouping compliance compared to the Ministerial Decision issued in 2023. Dr. Wilson also discussed the scope of the recently introduced Domestic Minimum Top Up Tax (DMTT), as well as its provisions for refundable tax credits for R&D and high value employment activities.

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Business & Investments

UAE Ministry of Finance and CIPS partner to launch groundbreaking Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Practitioner level certification to enhance government procurement excellence, drive sustainability and support UAE’s Vision 2031 goals

Dubai, UAE; Jan 28, 2025: The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Ministry of Finance to launch the CIPS Practitioner Level Diploma in Procurement and Supply 2025, a leading initiative designed to strengthen national competencies, drive innovation in the government sector, and boost the UAE’s global competitiveness.

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Health Care

PureHealth acquires Majority Stake in Hellenic Healthcare Group in USD 2.3 Billion Transaction

  • Reinforces PureHealth’s global presence through a strategic partnership with existing backer CVC Capital Partners (“CVC”)
  • Hellenic Healthcare Group (“HHG”) has grown strongly in recent years and is today a leading provider in European healthcare with 10 hospitals and 16 diagnostic centres across Greece and Cyprus
  • The acquisition once complete, will integrate HHG infrastructure and services into PureHealth’s network, extending services to approximately 1.4 million patients annually

Abu Dhabi, 27 January 2025 – PureHealth Holding PJSC (“PureHealth” or “the Group”) (ADX Symbol: PUREHEALTH), the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has agreed to acquire a 60% stake in Hellenic Healthcare Group (HHG), the largest private healthcare provider in Greece and Cyprus, in a transaction that values HHG at USD 2.3 billion. HHG is currently owned 90% by CVC Capital Partners VI and 10% by the founder of HHG. PureHealth will acquire a 60% stake in HHG, with CVC Capital Partners retaining 35% ownership, while the remaining 5% stake in the company is held by the founder.

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Health Care

BD to showcase Medtech innovations and Signature ProgrammesTM at Arab Health 2025

Company will spotlight sustainable solutions to enhance patient safety, workforce well-being, and care delivery efficiency.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 27 January 2025 – The Dubai branch of BD (Becton, Dickinson, and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced that it will mark its presence at Arab Health 2025, the Middle East’s largest healthcare event, taking place from January 27 to 30 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

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Health Care

Nabta Health to open first Clinical Center of Excellence at CMC Hospital Dubai

Nabta Health to open first Clinical Center of Excellence at CMC Hospital Dubai

  • Center will deliver worldclass female focused healthcare across fertility, pregnancy, perinatal care, and menopause resources
  • Staff at CMC Hospital Dubai will receive training courses specifically on female healthcare provision from Nabta Health
  • Center comes in line with continued focus of CMC Hospital Dubai to deliver premium services that support Dubai’s female residents in living healthier, happier lives

Dubai, UAE – January 27, 2025: Clemenceau Medical Center Hospital Dubai (CMC Hospital Dubai) has established a Women’s Health Clinical Center of Excellence (CCoE) with the female healthcare company, Nabta Health. Due to open in 2025, the CCoE will deliver comprehensive women’s medical coverage. The partnership will enable premium quality, female focused, healthcare services across a range of conditions.

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