General UAE Legal Questions LawDecree No. (25) of 2021

Article (1) The following words and expressions, wherever mentioned in this Decree, will have the meaning indicated opposite each of them unless the context implies otherwise: ©2021 The Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai 1 Every effort has been made to produce an accurate and complete English version of this legislation. However, for the purpose of its interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text will prevail.

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Decree No. (25) of 2021 Regulating Dealing in Dual-use Commodities in the Emirate of Dubai Page 2 of 4 Emirate: The Emirate of Dubai. Ruler: His Highness the Ruler of Dubai. Executive Council: The Executive Council of the Emirate of Dubai. SIRA: The Security Industry Regulatory Agency in the Emirate. Board of Directors: The board of directors of SIRA. Dual-use Commodities: The materials, technologies, products, and equipment that may be used for civil or military purposes in the preparation, manufacture, or development of weapons, missiles, or nuclear material; or related technologies and software. Functions of SIRA

Article (2) For the purposes of this Decree, SIRA will have the duties and powers to: 1. in coordination with the Concerned Entities in the Emirate, determine and classify Dual-use Commodities and related activities; and establish the requirements, rules, and regulations related to dealing in Dual-use Commodities, including exporting, re- exporting, importing, bringing in, freighting, transporting, disposing of, seizing, and returning them to their country of origin; 2. in coordination with the Concerned Entities in the Emirate, determine vital sectors in the Emirate where dealing in Dual-use Commodities and conducting related activities are authorised; 3. issue the permits required for dealing in Dual-use Commodities and for conducting related activities in accordance with the rules and requirements that ensure the protection of national security and protection of the Emirate against dangers related to illicit use of Dual-use Commodities; 4. control and inspect Dual-use Commodities brought into the Emirate through all land, sea, and air ports of entry, in accordance with the requirements and rules adopted in this respect by the Board of Directors in coordination with the Concerned Entities; 5. monitor and inspect public and private establishments authorised to conduct any activity related to Dual-use Commodities, and take the necessary action in this respect; 6. issue certificates of origin for Dual-use Commodities in coordination with the Concerned Entities;

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Decree No. (25) of 2021 Regulating Dealing in Dual-use Commodities in the Emirate of Dubai Page 3 of 4 7. train individuals and establishments on how to handle Dual-use Commodities and follow the procedures for dealing in them; 8. propose fees for the permits issued in accordance with the provisions of this Decree and the resolutions issued in pursuance hereof, in coordination with the Department of Finance; and submit the same to the Executive Council for approval; and 9. exercise any other duties or powers assigned to it by the Ruler or the Chairman of the Executive Council. Conditions and Procedures for Issuing Permits

Article (3) a. The conditions and procedures for issuing permits for dealing in Dual-use Commodities and conducting related activities, and the validity periods of these permits, will be determined pursuant to a resolution issued by the Chairman of the Executive Council in this respect. b. The resolution referred to in paragraph (a) of this Article will provide for the following: 1. the obligations of persons issued with permits for dealing in Dual-use Commodities and conducting related activities; 2. the fees prescribed for issuing the permits and for providing services related to Dual-use Commodities; 3. the prohibited acts related to Dual-use Commodities; and the violations and administrative penalties for committing any of these prohibited acts, or for violating any of the prescribed conditions, rules, and obligations; and 4. any other matter related to dealing in Dual-use Commodities and conducting related activities. Issuing Implementing Resolutions