Dates
Thursday, 29 October 2026

In the ever-changing world of tax, staying informed is not just an advantage – it's crucial.

To help tax professionals and business leaders stay informed on the latest developments, we are back with our PwC Academy Annual Tax Conference 2026, a focused and insight-driven event exploring key changes across the UAE and regional tax landscape.

This one-day programme will cover key developments across Corporate Tax, Pillar Two, E-invoicing, VAT, and recent changes to tax procedures and regulations. Participants will gain practical insights into how these developments are affecting businesses and influencing tax reporting and compliance.

Through expert-led sessions, technical discussions and practical perspectives, the conference will explore the implications of new legislation, changing reporting expectations and evolving compliance requirements, helping participants understand the key areas of change and what they should be considering in practice.

Designed for tax professionals, finance leaders and decision-makers, the Annual Tax Conference will help participants understand what has changed, what it means in practice and how to prepare for what comes next.

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Fees per participant:

USD 630*

Discounts:

▪   10% Discount for registered UAE Tax Agents

▪   10% Group discount (4 or more participants)​

 

Why should you attend?

  • Gain insights from leading tax experts
  • Earn 6 CPD credits to support your professional development
  • Gain expert perspectives through a PwC tax panel discussion
  • Connect and network with fellow tax and finance professionals
  • Stay ahead with the latest updates in Corporate Tax, VAT, Transfer Pricing, and more

Who should attend?

  • Chief financial officers
  • Financial reporting professionals
  • Tax directors and managers
  • Legal and compliance teams
  • Finance leaders
  • Business and finance teams
  • Tax agents
  • Tax professionals

Meet our Speakers

Ali Mehdi Abbas

Ali Mehdi Abbas

Director and Head of Tax training at PwC Academy

Dalia Qarawi

Dalia Qarawi

Manager and Tax Trainer at PwC Academy

Maher ElAawar

Maher ElAawar

Partner - Tax and Legal services at PwC Middle East

David Van der Berg

David Van der Berg

Partner - Corporate International Tax at PwC Middle East

Ishan Kathuria

Ishan Kathuria

Partner - Tax and Legal services at PwC Middle East

Manhal Saleh

Manhal Saleh

Senior Manager - Indirect Tax at PwC Middle East

Marc Alhachem

Marc Alhachem

Manager - Tax and Legal services at PwC Middle East

Agenda

9.30am-10.00am    
Regional tax landscape: Opening insights
10:00am - 10:45am      
Pillar Two in the UAE
10:45am-11:45am    
UAE Corporate Tax Masterclass
11:45am-12:00pm     
Coffee break
12:00pm-12:45pm    
Developments in UAE Tax Administration
12:45pm-1:15pm    
Panel Discussion with PwC Tax Experts
1:15pm-2:00pm    
Networking
2:00pm-3:00pm 
E-Invoicing in the UAE
3:00pm-4:15pm   
UAE VAT Masterclass
4:15pm-4:30pm    
Closing & questions

What will be covered:​

Regional tax landscape: Opening insights
An overview of the latest tax developments in the UAE and wider region, highlighting key regulatory changes, emerging trends and areas businesses should be watching.

Pillar Two in the UAE
Explore the UAE’s implementation of Pillar Two and the Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT) within the 15% global minimum tax framework. The session will cover key considerations for multinational groups, including scope, application, compliance and reporting requirements.

UAE Corporate Tax Masterclass
Explore the latest developments in the UAE Corporate Tax regime, with a focus on recent legislative and administrative updates and what they mean in practice. The session will cover key changes affecting reliefs, tax incentives, financial statement requirements, sector-specific exemptions, compliance obligations and other emerging areas businesses need to consider.

Developments in UAE Tax Administration
Understand the latest developments in UAE tax administration, including changes to the Tax Procedures framework, administrative requirements and their practical implications for taxpayers.

Panel Discussion with PwC Tax Experts
An interactive discussion with PwC’s senior tax leaders, providing participants with the opportunity to raise questions, explore practical challenges and hear perspectives on key tax developments.

E-Invoicing in the UAE
Explore the UAE’s evolving e-invoicing framework, including expected requirements, implementation timelines and the practical steps businesses should consider as they prepare for digital tax compliance.

UAE VAT Masterclass
Gain practical insights into the latest UAE VAT developments, regulatory changes and evolving compliance expectations. The session will explore their impact on businesses, emerging areas of risk and key considerations for managing VAT compliance effectively.

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29 October 2026
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9.30am - 4.30pm​
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Dubai
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USD 630

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