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6/26/25, 8:58 AM UAE showcases its experience in developing legislative framework for competition protection at 6th Arab Competition Forum in Iraq
sector representatives. These initiatives aim to deepen understanding of the new legislation and its compliance
requirements, directly supporting the 'We the UAE 2031' vision.

In this regard, Cabinet Decision No. (3) of 2025 concerning the thresholds for notification of economic concentration
operations reinforces the role of the Ministry of Economy and Tourism in monitoring and supervising economic
concentration activities of establishments in the country, ensuring compliance with fair competition rules. This is
achieved by specifying the thresholds and controls related to dominant positions and the obligatory notification of
economic concentration operations implemented under the Competition Regulation Law. These measures are
designed to strengthen fair competition, ensure market stability, deter monopolistic practices, and promote market
access for new entrants - an essential step given that the UAE is home to over 1.1 million companies and economic
institutions.

The Cabinet's decision establishes clear notification thresholds based on two key financial criteria: when the
combined annual local sales of the parties in the relevant market exceed AED 300 million in the preceding fiscal year,
or when their aggregate market share surpasses 40 per cent of total transactions in that market. To ensure thorough
evaluation, the review period for such transactions has been extended to 90 days, allowing for comprehensive
technical and economic analysis.

The UAE will host the 7th Arab Competition Forum in 2026, which is one of the most important regional platforms
dedicated to enhancing Arab and international cooperation in the field of competition protection and anti-monopoly
efforts. This forum supports the objectives of the ‘The UAE Charter of Economic Principles,' which aims to build a
competitive national economy that provides a thriving business environment filled with opportunities and possibilities.

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