EurAsia Gulf and SEAMLESS Legal Tackle New Russia-UAE Tax Treaty at Inaugural Abu Dhabi Business Breakfast

ABU DHABI, UAE – 5th February, 2026 – EurAsia Gulf, the premier business community for Russian-speaking leaders, successfully hosted its first Russian Speakers’ Business Breakfast at the Rotana Beach Hotel in Abu Dhabi. The event, held in strategic partnership with the leading law firm SEAMLESS Legal, provided critical insights into the evolving legal and financial landscape of the Russia-UAE business corridor, focusing on the practical impacts of the new Double Taxation Treaty (DTT). 

The gathering brought together a select group of entrepreneurs, investors, and C-level executives to address the significant shifts defining the 2026 business framework. As the UAE solidifies its position as a global strategic hub, bolstered by its removal from international "blacklists," understanding the nuances of the new DTT has become paramount for effective business structuring and asset protection. 

The event’s strategic agenda delved into three core pillars: 

1. Taxation & The New DTA: A detailed breakdown of new tax rates, residency rules for individuals, risks of creating a "Permanent Establishment" for companies, and the opportunities arising from the UAE's "white-list" status. 

2. Capital Flows & Payment Solutions: Practical roadmaps for cross-border settlements, managing transfer pricing for controlled transactions, and mitigating risks in international cash flows. 

3. High-Level Structuring & Protection: Strategies for using the UAE as a hub for transparent global structures, managing Russian Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) reporting obligations, and implementing proven tools for corporate and personal asset security. 

"Our mission at EurAsia Gulf is to build a powerful ecosystem for Russian-speaking business leaders in the region," said Irina Ryzhakova, Board Member at EurAsia Gulf. "This breakfast was a direct response to our community's need for clear, actionable guidance on the significant legal and financial shifts impacting the Russia-UAE corridor. The engagement was phenomenal, and it underscores the necessity for such high-level, practical discussions." 

The session featured distinguished legal experts from SEAMLESS Legal, who shared technical perspectives rarely available in public forums. 

"The 2026 framework presents both opportunities and complexities. Our goal was to move beyond theory and provide attendees with a practical roadmap for navigating the new DTA, optimizing tax residency, and securing their assets," stated Maria Kabanova, Counsel at SEAMLESS Legal. "Proactive and compliant structuring is no longer a choice; it's a necessity for sustainable growth in the UAE." 

Featured speakers included: 

• Maria Kabanova – Counsel at SEAMLESS Legal, a tax legal expert with over 14 years of experience in building efficient global business structures.
• Azamat Shakirov – Senior Associate at SEAMLESS Legal, a specialist in M&A, international arbitration, and sanctions compliance, qualified to practice in England and Wales.
• Irina Ryzhakova – Board Member at EurAsia Gulf, a key figure in developing the Russian-speaking business community in the Emirates. 

The event provided an invaluable platform for strategic networking and equipped attendees with an actionable roadmap for their 2026 fiscal and operational planning. 

About EurAsia Gulf:

EurAsia Gulf is a premier business community connecting Russian-speaking entrepreneurs, investors, and C-level executives from Central Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Caucasus within the UAE. It provides a platform for high-level networking, strategic intelligence sharing, and fostering powerful business relationships in the Gulf region.