Dubai’s taxation community gathered at the Dusit Thani Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road for the pivotal ‘Tax Ready 2026: Navigating UAE’s Evolving Tax Framework’ conference. Organized by the Taxation Society, this intensive half-day symposium assembled tax specialists, financial executives, and business proprietors to address the nation’s rapidly transforming fiscal environment as it approaches significant 2026 regulatory milestones.
The event commenced with formal addresses from Taxation Society leadership, including President Nimish Makvana and Chairman Naveen Sharma, setting the stage for substantive technical discussions. The conference garnered distinguished participation from Mirza Al Sayegh of the Al Maktoum Foundation and keynote speaker Dr. Surender Singh Kandhari, chairman of Al Dobowi Group and Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award recipient.
Technical expertise was provided by Young Global specialists who delivered comprehensive sessions on critical tax developments. Director of Indirect Taxes Yedukondalu Mallela presented practical guidance on e-invoicing implementation and VAT compliance requirements. Corporate Tax Director Marat Tastambetov elucidated complexities surrounding the UAE’s Pillar 2 framework and global minimum tax implications. Transfer pricing received dedicated attention through a joint presentation by Rishi Sapra (Founder/CEO) and Jyoti Shukla (Transfer Pricing Manager), who outlined compliance expectations and risk mitigation strategies for the coming fiscal year.
Attendees departed with enhanced preparedness for upcoming regulatory changes, equipped with actionable insights to align their organizations with the UAE’s progressive tax framework. The Taxation Society reinforced its commitment to facilitating professional development through targeted knowledge-sharing initiatives that address the dynamic needs of the business community.