The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has published the findings of a thematic review of client classification and suitability practices at regulated firms. The review is part of the DFSA’s risk-based supervisory efforts. The thematic review...
Six leading professional institutions, and two leading transport and infrastructure firms have launched a Conflict Avoidance Pledge, aiming to reduce the number of disputes in construction and engineering. With many projects costing c.30-40 per cent more...
The Federal Tax Authority has issued Cabinet Decision no. 59 of 2017 on Designated Zones (“Cabinet Decision”) for the purposes of Federal Law no. 8 of 2017 on Value Added Tax (“VAT Law”). Art. 50 of...
Pinsent Masons has entered an association with Saudi Arabian law firm Alsabhan & Alajaji (SJ) to enhance its coverage across the Middle East. The association with SJ will complement Pinsent Masons’ existing regional presence, providing clients...
DLA Piper has strengthened its International Tax practice with the appointment of Ton van Doremalen as partner and head of tax in the Middle East. Doremalen will join the firm’s Dubai office on December 3, 2017....
Ras Al Khaimah Courts (RAK Courts) and Abu Dhabi Global Market Courts (ADGM Courts) entered into an agreement collaborate on efforts and initiatives that enhance the legal and judicial services and uphold the high judicial standards...
Addleshaw Goddard has recently celebrated five years’ operating in the GCC with year-on-year growth and a string of high-profile deals and mandates. The first of the firms three office in the GCC, the Dubai office opened...
International law firm BonelliErede today announced the firm’s latest milestone in its international expansion, with the launch of a new office in the heart of the prestigious Dubai International Financial Centre. Combined with the recent openings...
Members of Maples and Calder’s Dubai office gathered together on the evening of Thursday, 8 November to celebrate the firm’s 50th anniversary. Local clients and industry contacts based around the UAE were invited to join staff...
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) deepened ties with regulators in Hong Kong today signing two cooperation agreements to enhance collaboration in financial technology (FinTech) innovation. The agreements reinforce the existing strong relationship between the authorities...
