Eversheds Sutherland looks back on recent developments in global sanctions compliance and explores the trends that are expected in 2018 and beyond. Sanctions compliance is becoming ever-more important for companies operating in the Middle East, as...
Inspiratia joined CMS for the Middle East launch of its Infrastructure Index in Dubai last month. A panel discussion held during the event considered the outlook for key markets across the region, as well as the...
The BVI’s new incubator fund and fund vehicles makes the this offshore financial centre an attractive jurisdiction for MENA-based investments. Oliver J. Simpson examines the recent developments. The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has introduced regulations which...
A new beneficial ownership regime has been introduced by the Cayman Islands, requiring companies to maintain a register of beneficial owners. Maples and Calder elaborates. Much has been made recently of the perceived secrecy surrounding certain...
Shiraz Sethi, DWF Middle East’s employment partner and co-author of the proposed law, examines the key changes to the existing legislation — modified to bring it in line with international best standards and practice. Consultation Paper The...
Nouf Alkhaja highlights the significance of choosing a specific country’s legal system and court that would govern business contracts in case of a commercial dispute that may arise between parties. It may often be difficult to...
Sachin Kerur of Pinsent Masons identifies key trends in the Middle East construction market based on the recent December 2017 ACEL survey results. Overall sentiment in the GCC’s construction sector has improved over the last two...
Patrick McPherson and Ruth Liew of Hadef & Partners discuss the impact of the DIFC Injunction and Decree No. 19 of 2016 in the light of a recent dispute in Dubai. There has been much discussion...
Ince & Co’s Paul Katsouris takes us through the latest developments in the regulation of drones in the UAE – the activities covered, limitations of use and operator obligations. Only a few years ago, many people...
Zachary Krug examines the current status of litigation and arbitration funding in the Middle East as the region aims to solidify itself as an international dispute resolution hub. The use of litigation funding is expanding rapidly...
