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Regulators news — August 7, 2026 - Page 2

Publications tagged with Regulators published on August 7, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 2 of 2.

36 publications

  1. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastBudget

    UAE Introduces Minimum Excise Price for E-cigarette Liquids

    The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced a new minimum excise price of AED1 per milliliter for e-cigarette liquids, effective from September 1, 2026. This decision aims to strengthen tax compliance, enhance market oversight, and ensure fair application of excise tax policies across tobacco and e-cigarette products. The existing minimum excise price framework for cigarettes, shisha, and ready-to-use tobacco products will remain unchanged.
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  3. WorldRegulatorsCorruptionMiddle East

    Montenegro Implements Stricter Traffic Rules for Youth

    Montenegro has introduced new traffic regulations targeting young drivers and electric scooter users. Children under 16 are now banned from riding electric scooters, with parents facing fines of up to €400 if they allow it. Young drivers under 21 are prohibited from driving from midnight to 5 am and cannot operate vehicles over 80 kilowatts without an experienced driver present. These changes aim to improve road safety and reduce accidents involving young people.
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  4. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump Refuses to Provide Additional Patriot Missiles to Ukraine

    US President Donald Trump has refused to provide additional Patriot missile interceptors to Ukraine, citing shortages in US stocks due to military operations against Iran. The refusal comes despite repeated requests from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for additional intercept rockets to strengthen Ukraine's air defense capabilities. The Financial Times, citing sources familiar with the talks, reports that Trump emphasized the need to preserve US supplies for protecting American assets in the Middle East and Persian Gulf countries.
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  5. SocietyRegulatorsCorruptionFraud

    Four Company Owners Plead Not Guilty to Making False Claims Under Career Development Programme 2.0

    Four company owners, including a woman, pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court here today to a total of 30 charges of making false claims under the Career Development Programme 2.0 to the Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) in 2024. The accused, Wong Joon Hong, 40, Goh Chee Wai, 43, Neoh Wooi Lee, 50, and another woman, Phua Ai Ling, 45, made the plea after the charges were read out to them by Judge Irwan Suainbon. Wooi Lee, who is also the owner of Golden One Stop Services, D One Solution, As You Wish Enterprise, and Century SS Solution Company, faced 21 charges, while Chee Wai, as the owner of Tojeda Enterprise Sdn Bhd, was charged with six charges. Meanwhile, Joon Hong, who was charged as the owner of J.H Food Court, faced two charges, and Ai Ling, as the owner of Great Solutions Management, had one charge for the same offence.
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  8. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastChina

    Thai Taxi Drivers Refuse Fares from Russians in Support After Murder of Siblings

    Taxi drivers and couriers in Thailand are refusing to charge Russian tourists for their services as a show of support following the murder of two Russian siblings in Pattaya. The mother of the victims has identified the bodies, and the suspects have confessed to the crime. The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs has sent a letter of condolence to the Russian Foreign Minister.
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  9. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Venezuela: Government and Opposition Begin Dialogue for Political Transition

    The Venezuelan government and an opposition group have initiated a dialogue process aimed at political transition and addressing the aftermath of a recent earthquake. The talks, backed by the U.S., began on August 6, 2026, with both sides agreeing on principles such as respect for sovereignty and good faith negotiation. The first cycle of dialogue will continue until August 12.
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  10. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Two Iranian Footballers Granted Australian Citizenship

    Fatemeh Pasandideh and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh, two Iranian footballers who refused to sing the Iranian national anthem at the Asian Cup and faced pressure upon returning home, have been granted Australian citizenship. After initially seeking asylum, they received humanitarian visas and eventually became citizens in a ceremony presided over by Australia's Minister for Home Affairs, Tony Burke. The duo expressed pride and gratitude towards their new home and the opportunities it offers.
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  12. PoliticsRegulatorsProtestMiddle East

    Israel Issues Forced Displacement Order, Launches Attacks in Southern Lebanon

    Israel has issued a forced displacement order to civilians in Mansouri, southern Lebanon, and launched military operations in the region. The order comes in response to alleged violations of the ceasefire by Hezbollah. Israeli forces have carried out air strikes and artillery attacks, causing injuries and deaths among civilians. The attacks have continued despite ongoing negotiations between Lebanon and Israel in Rome.
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