Lexara Weekly · 9 Mar 2026 – 15 Mar 2026

Central Bank of the UAE and DFSA lead a week of high-impact regulatory updates.

This week saw heightened activity from the Central Bank of the UAE and the Dubai Financial Services Authority, both issuing high-impact items. The Central Bank introduced a new Remuneration Regulation for Banks and Insurance Companies, marking a significant regulatory development. Meanwhile, the DFSA issued a high-impact regulatory notice concerning business continuity measures amid regional uncertainties. The Ministry of Economy was also active, releasing two medium-impact items, including a circular on high-risk countries and supplemental guidance for dealers in precious metals and stones. Compared to their recent baselines, the DFSA was slightly more active with two items versus their average of 1.3 per week, while the Central Bank matched its average with one item. The Ministry of Economy's activity was notable but aligned with its usual output. Overall, the week was characterized by a focus on financial stability and compliance, with no unusual enforcement actions or consultations transitioning to enacted rules.

Found automatically on regulators' websites and summarised by AI, without manual review. Not legal advice — check the official source before relying on any item.