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Event Overview

Future of E-Invoicing, Tax Technology, Transfer Pricing and Ai Automation

The 3rd Global edition of the TaxCom Middle East returns on 18th Nov 2025, uniting tax leaders, financial experts, CFOs, Tax Heads and policymakers to address the evolving tax landscape in the UAE and the region.

E-Invoicing is rapidly transforming tax compliance and financial operations, offering unprecedented efficiency, transparency, and accuracy. At the TaxCom Middle East, Abu Dhabi Edition, it will delve into the latest advancements in E-Invoicing systems, their integration with evolving tax regulations, including the Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax, their role in streamlining corporate tax processes and adopting E-invoicing practices leading up to the June 2026 Mandate in UAE

This premier gathering will spotlight the implications of this new tax, its alignment with OECD's Pillar Two framework, and its impact on corporate profitability and cross-border operations. Through interactive panels, keynote sessions, and expert-led workshops, attendees will gain actionable insights into navigating compliance complexities while optimizing tax strategies.

Join us in Abu Dhabi to explore the latest trends, share best practices, and connect with the brightest minds in the tax and finance domain. Don’t miss the opportunity to stay ahead in a rapidly changing fiscal environment!

Featured Discussions

CFOs at the Forefront: Leading Tax, Finance & Digital Transformation

Pillar Two and the 15% Minimum Tax: Corporate Readiness and Strategic Planning

E-Invoicing in the UAE: Compliance, Integration & the 2026 Mandate

Corporate Tax & VAT: Reporting, Risk Mitigation, and Regulatory Alignment

AI & Automation in Tax: Building a Future-Ready Compliance Framework

Transfer Pricing: Managing Cross-Border Tax Risks and BEPS Challenges

Tax Data & Analytics: Unlocking Insights for Strategic Decision-Making

The Future of Tax Advisory & Technology Providers

Speakers 2025

Tiago Albuquerque Dias

Head of Tax,

EWEC - Emirates Water and Electricity Company

Tiago Albuquerque Dias

Head of Tax,

EWEC - Emirates Water and Electricity Company

Elisa Maria Del Palacio Acosta

Tax Manager,

Confidential

Elisa Maria Del Palacio Acosta

Tax Manager,

Confidential

Mohammad Tabib

Group Director - Taxation,

National Holding

Mohammad Tabib

Group Director - Taxation,

National Holding

Esha Dsouza

Chief Executive Officer,

Corporate Group

Esha Dsouza

Chief Executive Officer,

Corporate Group



Huzefa Budhwala

Group Tax Manager,

AL Fahim

Huzefa Budhwala

Group Tax Manager,

AL Fahim

Muhammad Ali Chohan 

Manager Treasury,

ADNOC Group

Muhammad Ali Chohan 

Manager Treasury,

ADNOC Group

Zahid Ali 

GCC & International Tax Advisor,

Confidential

Zahid Ali 

GCC & International Tax Advisor,

Confidential

Waleed Shahnawaz

Group CFO,

Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club

Waleed Shahnawaz

Group CFO,

Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club



TaxCom Awards 2025 - Middle East

The Taxcom Summit Middle East & Awards 2025 will honor outstanding leaders who have made significant contributions to their industries, showcasing their achievements and inspiring future innovation.

Nominations Closed for 2025

Award Categories

CFO Award Categories:

CFO of
the Year
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East
Best CFO in
Driving Business
Transformation
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East
Emerging Finance
Leader of the
Year (non-CFO)
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East
Emerging CFO in
Tax Strategy
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East
Best CFO in Driving
Sustainability
in Finance
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East

Tax Leader Award Categories:

Tax Leader
of the Year
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East
Best International
Tax Strategy
Award
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East
Best Use
of Tax Technology
Award
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East
Excellence in
Tax Compliance
Award
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East
Emerging Tax
Professional
of the Year
Best Cyber Security Awards in Middle East

Tech & Service Provider Awards 2025:

Excellence in Multi-Country
Regulatory Compliance
Award
Finance Team Award
Best E-Invoicing
Tracking and Analytics
Portal Award
Innovation Planning Award
Most Customizable
E-Invoicing Solution
Award
Treasury Excellence Award
Emerging E-Invoicing
Innovation
Award
Risk Strategy Award
Emerging Accounting
Tech Software
Award
Risk Strategy Award
Accounting Tech Innovator
of the Year
Award
Risk Strategy Award
Accounting Tech Leader
of the Year
Award
Risk Strategy Award
Emerging Tax Advisory
Service Provider of
the Year Award
Risk Strategy Award
Transfer Pricing Leader
of the Year
Award
Risk Strategy Award
Emerging Transfer Pricing
Tech Provider of the
Year Award
Risk Strategy Award
Finance Ai Automation
Tech of the Year
Award
Risk Strategy Award
Emerging Tax Ai Automation
Tech of the Year
Award
Risk Strategy Award

Nominations Closed for 2025

Why Attend TAXCOM Middle East?

01

Stay updated on Tax Regulations:

Stay informed about the latest updates and developments in tax laws, ensuring you remain compliant with the current regulations being implemented

02

Networking Opportunities:

This summit brings together professionals, tax experts, and representatives from various industries. Grab a chance to network with these experts

03

Insightful Panel Discussions and Keynotes:

Gain insights from the experts who can provide valuable perspectives and knowledge that may not be readily available elsewhere

04

Addressing Tax Challenges:

Educate yourself on the specific challenges faced by businesses and individuals in managing the taxes

05

Professional Development:

Enhance your professional development, learn new skills, and gain expertise in tax planning and management

Who Should Attend?

SECTORS:

  • FMCG
  • Food and Beverage Manufacturing
  • Food and Beverage Services
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  • Retail and E-commerce
  • Hospitals and Health Care
  • Education
  • Freight and Package Transportation
  • Logistics and Supply Chain
  • Oil and Gas
  • Petrochemicals
  • Manufacturing
  • Construction & Contractor
  • Transport Ticketing
  • Government
  • BFSI
Who will you network with?

JOB TITLES:

  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Chief Accounting Officer (CAO)
  • VP/ Head of Tax / Tax Director
  • Tax Manager / Senior Tax Manager
  • Transfer Pricing Manager
  • Indirect Tax Manager (VAT/GST)
  • Corporate Tax Manager
  • International Tax Manager
  • Accounting & Audit Professionals
  • Financial Controller
  • Legal, Compliance & Regulatory Professionals
  • Regulatory Affairs Manager
  • Government & Regulatory Representatives
  • Customs & Excise Officers
  • Group Head of Tax & Treasury
  • Chief Information Technology Officer

Agenda 2025

18th November 2025,
Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche, Crystal Ballroom, Abu Dhabi

08:30 –09:30

Morning Registration and Networking Coffee

09:30 –09:35

Welcome Address by the Conference Chairperson


● Parvez Shariff, Chief Executive Officer, BConnect Global

09:35 –10:25

Panel Discussion: Navigating the Corporate Tax Landscape in the UAE


● Corporate Tax in the UAE: Key Implications, Challenges & Opportunities
● Transfer Pricing in the UAE: Documentation, Reporting & Risk Management
● Building a Future-Ready Tax Technology Framework
● SME Readiness for Corporate Tax in the UAE
● Beyond Corporate Tax: Leveraging Automation and AI for Smarter Tax Operations and Compliance Efficiency
● Role of AI Agent in Tax Technology when it comes to tax AI automation

Panelists:
● Huzefa Budhwala, Group Tax Manager, Al Fahim
● Kanishka Garg, CEO, TaxComplianceAgent.com (Partner of Suntech Business Solution)
● Manish Kothari, Group Head Of Tax

Moderator: Zahid Ali, GCC & International Tax Advisor, Confidential

10:25 - 10:40

KeyNote Presentation: UAE’s Tax Transformation: AI-Driven E-Invoicing for Smarter Compliance & Lower Risk


● Ensure full compliance with upcoming FTA and Peppol mandates
● Gain real-time visibility for proactive compliance tracking
● Minimize risks with automated reporting and error prevention
● Prepare for regional and global interoperability in tax reporting

Speaker:
Aditya Mittal, Vice President and Business Head, ClearTax

10:40 –11:10

Networking Coffee Break

11:10 –12:00

Panel Discussion: Governance, Risk & Technology


● Building a Future-Ready Tax Function: Technology, Talent & Transformation
● Tax Risk Management: Governance, Controls & Real-Time Reporting
● AI, Data Analytics & Automation in Tax Operations
● Managing compliance with global tax frameworks like the OECD’s Pillar Two
● Tax Risk E-Invoicing and Compliance – Navigating the Complexities

Panel Members:
● Tiago Albuquerque Dias, Head of Tax EWEC - Emirates Water and Electricity Company
● Muhammad Ali Chohan, Senior Financial Controller, Confidential
● Elisa Maria Del Palacio Acosta, Tax Manager, Confidential
● Kamila Kania, Business Solution Manager, Comarch

Moderator: Muhammad Hussain Shaikh, Tax Manager, Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company

12:00 –12:15

Reserved for Sponsor: Understanding UAE e-Invoicing: What Compliance Really Means for Businesses


Speaker: Niraj Hutheesing, Founder & MD, Cygnet.One

12:15 –13:30

Networking Coffee Break

13:30 –14:00

Fireside Chat: The Evolving Role of the CFO: Driving Business Resilience and Digital Transformation


● How CFOs are reshaping their role beyond traditional finance to become growth catalysts
● Future-Proofing Financial Strategy through Tax Planning
● Reimagining financial operations through AI, RPA, and data analytics
● Risk, Governance & Transparency in a Digitally Evolving Tax Landscape

Speakers:
● Gururajan Krishnamurthy, Business Head - Finance Suite, MEA, Zoho Corp
● Waleed Shahnawaz, Group CFO, Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club

Moderator: Muhammad Hussain Shaikh, Tax Manager, Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company

14:00 –14:50

Panel Discussion: Evolving Landscape of International Taxation in the UAE


● Implications of the Global Minimum Tax on UAE-headquartered and Multinational entities
● Impact of corporate tax and global tax trends on holding and IP structures
● Transfer Pricing Regulations: Ensuring Compliance and Transparency
● International Indirect Tax Trends: Learning from Global Experiences
● Integrating technology to manage International tax obligations

Panel Members:
● Mohammad Tabib, Group Director - Taxation, National Holding
● Harsh Kedia, Head of Tax, United Arab Bank
● Manish Kothari, Group Head of Tax

Moderator: Esha Dsouza, Chief Executive Officer Corporate Group

14:50 – 15:00

Awards Ceremony:

The Taxcom Middle East Awards Ceremony is a prestigious recognition platform celebrating the outstanding achievements of CFOs, tax leaders, and solution providers who are driving innovation, compliance, and strategic transformation across the region’s tax and finance landscape

15:00 –16:00

Closing Address & Networking Break

Why Partner with TAXCOM Middle East ?

Thought Leadership

TAXCOM dialogues attracts senior and diverse audience. Deliver keynote presentations or host interactive sessions to demonstrate your solutions’ ROI

Network With Decision-Makers

Engage with pre-qualified 150+ Finance and Tax leaders and with limited solution providers to reinforce and position your brand as a thought leader fostering collaboration.

Connect Collaborate Drive

Leverage a Platform with Proven Impact - Previous Dubai edition: Houseful attendance, participation from the Federal Tax Authority, and 95% delegate satisfaction rate

Unmatched Networking & One To One Meeting

One-to-One meetings with potential clients, An ideal environment to showcase emerging technologies & services with live demos and discussions.

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