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Our United Arab Emirates (UAE) Corporate Tax (CT) accounting experts hosted the first session of our quarterly corporate tax accounting webinar series to assist businesses as they conclude their first CT year in the UAE. Our experts shared critical insights into the interim audit review process, accompanied by practical examples. This interactive session aimed to equip participants with the necessary tools and knowledge to navigate tax audits effectively and confidently.
Basel Arafe
Deloitte - Middle East
Basel is leading the UAE Business Tax practice, with a strong focus on helping entities navigate the complexities arising from the introduction of corporate taxation in the region and the constantly evolving tax landscape. He has over 15 years of experience in primarily serving Canadian-based multinational corporations with Canadian and US tax related matters. Previously, he was a Partner in the US Tax practice at the Deloitte Montreal office, with a focus on assisting clients with US domestic corporate tax issues, relating to both federal and state level compliance and planning to ensure integration with an overall global tax-effective strategy. His knowledge and expertise also expand to income tax accounting, FATCA related matters, income tax withholding, credits and incentives, US tax reform, and taxation of pass-through entities. While he has advised clients across a variety of industries and sectors, he has extensive experience with companies in the technology, media, and telecommunication sector. Basel has completed the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CICA) In-Depth Canadian Tax Course and is an admitted member of CPA Canada (i.e., Chartered Professionals Accountants of Canada) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
