Provisions on high-risk AI systems were due to enter into force on 2 August 2026, but this has now been postponed until 2 December 2027. Further information on maternity care allowance has been added.
Employment legislation provides for positive discrimination in favour of UAE nationals. Mainland UAE employers must increase skilled UAE national employment by 1% every six months to reach a 10% quota by the end of 2026. Healthcare employers must ensure that 50% of new Emirati hires are in specialised roles, with compliance monitoring due to begin in 2027.
In Victoria, from 1 July 2026, there are new rules that restrict the use of non-disclosure agreements in the resolution of workplace sexual harassment complaints.