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An Addendum To Purchase Agreement is essential in UAE commercial transactions when parties need to modify their existing contractual arrangements without creating an entirely new agreement. This document type is commonly used when business circumstances require adjustments to original terms, such as changes in pricing, delivery schedules, or specifications. Under UAE law, particularly the Civil Code (Federal Law No. 5 of 1985), such modifications must be clearly documented and agreed upon by all parties. The addendum must reference the original agreement and specify exactly which terms are being modified while explicitly stating that all other terms remain unchanged. This approach provides legal certainty while maintaining the efficiency of the original contract structure, making it particularly valuable in the UAE's dynamic business environment where commercial relationships often need to evolve over time.
