UAE cabinet approves consumer protection law.

The UAE Cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, approved the issuing of a Federal Law on Consumer Protection, which comes in light of the government endeavours to achieve the continuous development of the legislation that affects the lives of UAE citizens and residents alike, and in a manner that guarantees the protection of consumers and stability of prices in accordance with the best practices.

The law is in line with the GCC's Unified Law on Consumer Protection, in a manner that ensures legislative integration between GCC countries. The law aims to continue providing adequate protection to consumers in light of the technological advancement and accelerated growth...