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Features

The rise of IPOs in the Gulf

James A. McDonald, Danny Tricot, Nayla Basma and Michelle H. Lee of Skadden offer commentary on the emerging trends and potential future directions of IPOs in the region. In recent times, the Gulf countries, most notably Saudi...

Power Horse vs Anorka

Fareya Azfar of Fareya Azfar Araoui LLP, analyses the implications of the Power Horse Energy GmbH v Anorka Food Industries LLC case on the traditional boundaries of corporate liability in UAE.  Abstract Recognised in nearly every...

From tax-free haven to corporate tax regime

Cyrus Izibili, legal and compliance consultant, unveils the UAE’s economic evolution by delving into the country’s established corporate tax system that fosters a business-friendly environment. The Narrative of the tax in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)...

Streamlining the arbitration process

Charlotte Bijlani, Soraya Corm-Bakhos and Haya Al Bawab of WFW offer a summary of the recent amendments to the UAE Federal Arbitration Law that further strengthens the country’s position as a global arbitration hub. The UAE...

UAE’s Cybercrime Law

Hesham El-Samra of Taylor Wessing outlines the key aspects of the Law that came into effect last year, requiring companies to have more robust processes in place to ensure cyber safety and digital security. On November...

Astalia vs Octavia

A case focus on the high profile cross-border legal feud between Astalia Investment Limited and Octavia Limited. A commentary on the pivotal outcome by Asim Ahmed and Hadiel Hussien of BSA. International law outlines the criteria...

Seller beware

Bracewell’s Chris Williams and Amelia Bowring talk about the impact of new executive regulations under the UAE’s Consumer Protection Law. Significant changes to consumer protection legislation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) took effect on October...

AI at work: Unlocking potential…or Pandora’s Box?

Emily Aryeetey of Stephenson Harwood Middle East talks about the impact of generative AI in the workplace and how employers can take on a proactive approach to regulate its use by designing effective policies. In the...

KSA’s new Civil Transactions Law

A landmark in the Saudi Arabia’s legislative history, the new Law will have a significant impact on contractual relationships and obligations in the Kingdom. Hourani & Partners offers commentary on the main principles of the Law....

A thriving ecosystem

Gaby El Hakim of NBB shares his thoughts on Bahrain’s current business and legal landscape, highlighting the latest legislative developments and key changes to the regulatory environment. As a hub for development and growth within the...

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