Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation
- Law Type: Cabinet Resolution
- Law Number: [no number] of 2025
- Issued Date: 04 Nov 2025
- Effective Date: 15 Nov 2025
- Official Gazette: No. 811
- Sector: Security and Safety
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 8
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 0
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution establishes a Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation in the UAE. The purpose is to regulate the import, export, and handling of goods that could be used for the development of weapons of mass destruction or other illicit purposes. The resolution empowers the Minister of Foreign Affairs to amend the schedule as needed, repealing a previous resolution on strategic goods. This legislation is important for businesses and individuals engaged in trade of controlled goods, as non-compliance can result in penalties. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The scope of this Cabinet Resolution is to establish a schedule of goods that are subject to control and non-proliferation measures in the UAE. The purpose is to regulate the import, export, and handling of goods that could be used for the development of weapons of mass destruction or other illicit purposes. The resolution applies nationwide and to all individuals and businesses engaged in trade of the controlled goods. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025, Art. 1)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The legislation does not specify any key definitions. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The main obligations under this law are:
- Compliance with the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation annexed to the resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025, Art. 1)
- The Minister of Foreign Affairs is authorized to amend the Schedule of Goods annexed to this resolution, by addition, deletion, or replacement, whenever the need arises. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025, Art. 2)
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The legislation does not specify any licensing, registration, or approval requirements. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025)
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The legislation does not outline any specific rights or protections. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The legislation designates the Minister of Foreign Affairs as the authority responsible for amending the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025, Art. 2)
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The legislation does not specify any penalties for non-compliance. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025)
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The legislation does not outline any fees, charges, or financial provisions. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025)
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The legislation does not provide any exemptions or exceptions. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025)
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The legislation does not specify any dispute resolution mechanisms. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025)
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The legislation does not outline any specific deadlines or time limits. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025)
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
This Cabinet Resolution repeals the previous Cabinet Resolution No. (50) of 2020 Regarding the Schedule of Strategic Goods annexed to Federal Law No. (13) of 2007 Regarding Goods Subject to Import and Export Control. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025, Art. 3)
When did this law come into effect?
This Cabinet Resolution shall be published in the Official Gazette and shall enter into force on the day following the date of its publication, which was 15 November 2025. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation, 2025, Art. 4)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Schedule of Goods Subject to Control and Non-Proliferation for legal research and educational purposes. For the purpose of interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text prevails. This does not constitute legal advice.