New tax agreement between Russia and the UAE

New tax agreement between Russia and the UAE - Makebiz

Economic ties between Russia and the United Arab Emirates are reaching a whole new level. The signing and upcoming ratification of the agreement on the avoidance of double taxation is not just a formality, but a strategic step that could seriously affect the investment climate and simplify business between the two countries.

The draft submitted by the Russian Government to the State Duma It will come into force on January 1 of the year following its entry into force and after the exchange of notifications on the completion of domestic procedures. New document is a qualitative improvement over the previous agreement, which was signed in 2011 and had a very limited scope, covering only the taxation of income from state investment funds. It will come into force on January 1 of the year following the year of entry into force and after the exchange of notifications on the completion of domestic procedures.

The new document is a qualitative leap forward. It provides protection from double taxation for both legal entities and individuals involved in Russian-Emirati economic cooperation. In Russia, this applies to key taxes: corporate income tax, personal income tax, and property tax on organizations and individuals. In the Emirates, it applies to corporate and income tax.

It should be emphasized that this agreement does not imply a waiver of national tax sovereignty by either party. The Russian Federation and the UAE retain the right to apply their own tax laws. The document merely establishes a clear mechanism for preventing double taxation, ensuring transparency and predictability of obligations for investors and organizations. This significantly reduces risks and increases the attractiveness of investing in both countries.

Advantages of the new agreement:

  • Reduced tax burden. Companies and individuals doing business between countries will be able to avoid paying taxes twice on the same income, which significantly reduces costs and increases the profitability of projects.
  • Simplification of doing business. Transparent and understandable tax rules stimulate investment growth and simplify accounting and legal procedures related to international activities.
  • Increased investment attractiveness. For investors from Russia and the UAE, the agreement is a powerful incentive to implement joint projects, as it reduces the risks associated with taxation. This could lead to a significant influx of investment into both economies.
  • Strengthening economic cooperation between Russia and the UAE.

The ratification of the agreement is a long-awaited event that will open new horizons for Russian-Emirati cooperation. It creates a favorable environment for business development, attracting investment, and strengthening economic ties between the two countries, contributing to their mutual prosperity.

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