Opinions

Opinions

Why ‘without prejudice’ matters

A recent Dubai Court of Cassation ruling (Case No. 486/2024) suggests onshore UAE courts may start recognising the ‘without prejudice’ principle. Mehdi Seadon and Jason Francis of Kennedys examine the implications of this potential shift. “Onshore...

Empowering female experts  

 Despite discouraging recent figures, a significant change in gender equality among expert witnesses is on the horizon. Clare Lavin of HKA shares her perspective on creating a level playing field for change for aspiring female experts....

Bahrain’s Future-Ready Regulatory Landscape

As AI and Fintech revolutionise global banking, Bahrain’s regulatory frameworks evolve to balance innovation and consumer protection. Gaby Samir El Hakim and Maha Alkhabbaz of NBB and Sayed Mahmood Al Alawi of Qarooni Partners examine the...

Cybersecure UAE

Cyrus Izibili, Sage Patel and Toni Badra distinguish cybersecurity from data protection, highlight recent UAE legal developments and explore the future of these fields amid legislative changes and emerging technologies. As technology continues to evolve at...

Innovation in arbitration

Andrea Carlevaris and Letizia Santin of BonelliErede take a closer look at the latest developments in the Middle East’s arbitration landscape that sets new standards and influences commercial and investment arbitration practices across the region. The...

Why mediate?

Hiam Al Muhtadi explores the benefits of amicable settlements of commercial disputes, the necessity of documenting settlements, and offers an overview of the UAE Mediation Law, Federal Decree Law No. 40 of 2023. Mediation is a...

Transfer pricing essentials for UAE Groups

With the UAE’s rapid tax evolution, transfer pricing rules ensure fair corporate taxation. Malcolm Manekshaw of Alvarez & Marsal sheds light on these guidelines, tax certainty, incentives, and the system’s nuances. From the introduction of VAT...

Cyber insurance in the MENA region

A commentary featuring insights on the application of cyber insurance for organisations in the UAE and the MENA region from a legal, IT security and cyber underwriting perspective. In today’s interconnected world, Domino Day always seems...

Leading the future

Hiam Al Muhtadi, legal director, surveys the evolution of women’s rights in the United Arab Emirates focusing on legislative developments, policies and initiatives that are advancing empowerment of women. The United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) has made...

AI & data privacy in the Middle East

Moza Kudonu and Jack Fletcher share their thoughts on navigating ethical boundaries and challenges within the UAE’s AI Charter. Across the Middle East, many nations are investing heavily in artificial intelligence technologies to drive economic growth,...

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