The Department of Finance for the Government of Dubai (DoF) commenced with the integrated training program, IMTITHAL (Competence), aiming to raise awareness of corporate tax in the UAE, which will be implemented on the first of June 2023 in the UAE.
The first of its kind in the country, the IMTITHAL program is based on interactive participation and will be presenting many realistic examples related to the corporate environment in various economic sectors.
The program workshops started in cooperation with the strategic partner, Dubai Chambers, and the knowledge partner, KPMG.
“It is important that companies in various business sectors are given the appropriate opportunity that empowers them to engage properly in the national tax system. We hope that the IMTITHAL program will help Dubai-registered companies benefit from the expertise that the program has to offer. This will ensure the highest levels of compliance with the corporate tax regulations. In light of the wise leadership’s vision, and in cooperation with the Dubai Chambers, DoF is keen to educate private sector companies in Dubai about the elements of the new tax system, in addition to the incentives and how to benefit from them, considering that the requirements for compliance with the corporate tax differ from those of VAT.”
This tax awareness training program comes to enhance concerted federal and local efforts and ensure the achievement of the highest levels of compliance with the corporate tax.
Mr. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, stated that, “We command DoF on the launch of the program. We are delighted to work together on this program to raise awareness of the UAE’s corporate tax regime, its key features, legal provisions as well as compliance obligations. This reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting Dubai’s business community and educating them about new legislations impacting their businesses.”
“In addition, we are always keen to provide an enabling and competitive environment that stimulates business growth, and cements Dubai’s position as a global trade and investment hub while supporting the country’s economic diversification,” Mr. Rashed Lootah added.
IMTITHAL’s sessions are held at Dubai Chambers headquarters and the workshops are provided by highly reputable specialists from KPMG. It consists of face-to-face one-day training workshops that will be offered to a limited number of beneficiaries, in both Arabic and English. Upon the completion of the sessions, participants will receive a participation certificate issued by DoF, as per the statement.
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