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UAE Ministry Monitors Prices and Ensures Goods Availability

The UAE's Ministry of Economy and Tourism conducted over 8,000 inspections and imposed hundreds of fines for price hikes. Consumer protection campaigns have been launched.


UAE Ministry Monitors Prices and Ensures Goods Availability

Monitoring prices and ensuring the availability of goods are top priorities for the Ministry's work. We held 36 meetings with major suppliers and importers to guarantee the flow of essential products. Inspection tours resulted in 729 warnings and 216 penalties with financial fines. The Ministry received 2,441 consumer complaints, including 1,994 related to price increases. Awareness campaigns have been launched to reassure the public and promote a consumer culture within the community.