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UAE showcases its experience in developing legislative
framework for competition protection at 6th Arab
Competition Forum in Iraq

Abu Dhabi, 25June 2025 - The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry
of Economy and Tourism, participated in the 6th Arab Competition Forum held in
Baghdad, Iraq, under the theme ‘Competition Law Enforcement in the Arab
Region.’ The delegation engaged in high-level discussions aimed at strengthening
collaboration with Arab competition authorities, with a particular focus on recent
market developments - especially in mergers and acquisitions (M&As), cross-border
anti-competitive practices, and regulatory frameworks.

The forum served as a significant platform to explore the pivotal role of competition
policy in fostering innovation and attracting foreign investments. It underscored the
importance of establishing institutions for competition and strengthening
investigative capacities in line with global best practices. Through a series of
engaging discussions, participants explored key topics such as the enforcement of
competition law, the transformative impact of technology on markets, and strategies
for improving coordination among Arab competition authorities. Additionally, the
event highlighted successful experiences and best practices from member states.

In his keynote address at the forum, Mohammed Sultan Janahi, Director of the
Competition Department at the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism, highlighted
the UAE’s pioneering efforts in establishing a robust legislative framework to
safeguard competition. “By aligning with global best practices, this framework
fosters fair business practices, drives sector-wide productivity, and reinforces the
UAE’s position as a highly competitive and attractive destination for both regional
and international investors,” he added.

The Federal Decree-Law No. (36) of 2023 on Competition Regulation marks a
transformative advancement in the UAE's competition protection framework. This
landmark legislation significantly strengthens the legal system's autonomy while
broadening its jurisdictional reach to encompass all activities affecting UAE markets
- including cross-border operations and digital marketplaces.

The new law reaffirms the UAE's commitment to aligning with global best practices
by limiting exemptions exclusively to fully government-owned entities that play a
vital role in the national economy. To ensure effective implementation, the Ministry
of Economy and Tourism, in partnership with key government stakeholders, will
conduct a nationwide series of workshops in 2025, engaging judicial authorities,
local economic departments, legal experts, and private 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

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