Why do tourists love shopping in the #UAE? It’s simple – no taxes. You can claim a VAT refund at the airport before you leave. Now, the UAE government is taking this even further. Transfers of virtual assets, like #bitcoin, are exempt from VAT. Even converting virtual assets won’t attract any tax. The UAE is also aggressively embracing blockchain technology. #Dubai aims to become the world’s first blockchain-powered government.
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