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The Menace of Unlicensed Business Practices in the UAE

2024-02-18
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by Mirka Nieuwenhuis
Dubai

The UAE faces a challenge of unlicensed individuals operating in real estate, property management, short-term stays, HR recruitment, and other trading and service activities. Un-regulated practices in these sectors pose risks to customers and undermine industry standards. Ongoing strengthening regulations and enforcement by UAE government is crucial to minimalize these operations effectively.

Unlicensed individuals operating in various sectors often lack the necessary expertise and qualifications. As a result, their actions can lead to legal complications, financial losses, and risks for clients. Furthermore, these individuals may neglect industry standards, thereby compromising the integrity of the sectors they operate in and causing harm to stakeholders, including clients, tenants, and business partners. Regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders must work together to address this issue and ensure that only qualified professionals engage in these businesses to uphold standards and protect all parties involved.

To combat unlicensed practices, the UAE actively enhances regulatory mechanisms, increase public awareness, and impose strict penalties. Collaboration among industry stakeholders is key to monitoring, reporting, and eliminating unlicensed operations. Education and training programs are essential to promote compliance, professionalism, and ethical conduct within these sectors.

By ongoing implementation of stringent regulations, fostering collaboration, and promoting education, the UAE will protect consumers, uphold industry standards, and ensure the sustainable growth and integrity of its business landscape.