The move is expected to further boost the appeal of Dubai to tourists and expatriate residents drawn by its more liberal lifestyle, compared to other Gulf cities."With the removal of 30% municipality tax and a free alcohol licence, buying your favourite drinks is now easier and cheaper than ever," MMI, one of two major purveyors of alcohol in Dubai, said on its Instagram account.
Several Gulf states have introduced VAT as they increasingly turn to taxation to boost non-oil revenue. But Dubai, home to the world's tallest building and islands shaped like palm trees, faces growing regional competition.
Scraps 30% tax.... ....and replaced it with public beheading
I don't drink, but looks like these dudes just realised that drinking is not only for enjoyment but has social networking values