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    SPACs – What's The Hype?

    An acronym for "special purpose acquisition company", SPACs seem to be the new investment craze among music artists and sports figures.
    United Arab EmiratesFinance and Banking
    Hassans
    Hassans
  • Article

    New Thresholds For Merger Filings In The UAE: An Overview

    In February 2024, we shared an update on the UAE's competition landscape in which we summarised the changes brought by Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023...
    United Arab EmiratesAntitrust/Competition Law
    Bracewell LLP
    Bracewell LLP
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UAE Competition Law: Filing Fees Announced

The UAE has introduced Cabinet Decision No. 105 of 2026, establishing official fees for competition law filings under Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023. The fee structure includes a turnover-based calculation for merger clearance requests (0.02% of annual sales, capped at AED 150,000), flat fees for exemption requests (AED 5,000), and nominal charges for objections and grievances. These fees take effect on 29 July 2026, one day before the implementing regulation becomes operational.
United Arab EmiratesAntitrust/Competition Law
Bracewell LLP
Bracewell LLP
  • Article

    Free Zone Companies Cleared To Operate On Mainland

    In a landmark development poised to reshape the regulatory landscape of business in Dubai, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai...
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    BSA Law
    BSA Law
  • Article

    The M&A Lifecycle Part 2 – Due Diligence

    Continuing from our earlier article on the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) lifecycle, we will be looking at the process of due diligence which occurs once term sheets...
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Gowling WLG
    Gowling WLG
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    The M&A Lifecycle Part 3 – Drafting Of Deal Documents

    Our M&A lifecycle series delves into the intricate details of an M&A deal. So far, we have looked at the particulars of NDAs and valuations, to highlighting the importance of due diligence and risks.
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Gowling WLG
    Gowling WLG
  • Article

    UAE Pioneers AI-driven Transformation Of Competition Enforcement

    The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism is developing a National Competition Platform that will use artificial intelligence to transform competition enforcement, potentially reducing merger review timelines to 15 days while automating antitrust investigations and exemption procedures.
    United Arab EmiratesAntitrust/Competition Law
    BREMER LF WLL
    BREMER LF WLL
  • Article

    Is The Commoditisation Of The UAE Foundation Structure Harming Its Development?

    With the number of foundations registered in the UAE surpassing 350, the structure is increasingly being used as an ‘off the shelf product', rather than a bespoke wealth solution...
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Ocorian
    Ocorian
  • Article

    Sovereign Group Acquires PRO Partner Group To Further Expand Its GCC Footprint

    Sovereign Group, the leading independent global provider of corporate, private client and retirement planning services, is delighted to announce the acquisition of PRO Partner Group (PPG),...
    United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public Sector
    The Sovereign Group
    The Sovereign Group
  • Article

    Overview: Special Purpose Acquisition Company

    One or more private individuals/entities can create a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) for the special purpose of acquiring interest in one or more existing companies or businesses...
    GlobalCorporate/Commercial Law
    STA Law Firm
    STA Law Firm
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    New UAE Merger Control Notification Thresholds

    On 20 January the UAE announced the long anticipated new notification thresholds. The new turnover threshold of AED 300 million (approx. USD 81 million) will apply starting send of March individually.
    United Arab EmiratesAntitrust/Competition Law
    BREMER LF WLL
    BREMER LF WLL
  • Article

    Pending Amendments To The COMESA Merger Control Regime

    In early 2024, the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Competition Commission (CCC) proposed significant amendments to its merger control regime.
    United Arab EmiratesAntitrust/Competition Law
    BREMER LF WLL
    BREMER LF WLL
  • Article

    Can Corona Virus Impact Mergers And Acquisitions In UAE?

    With coronavirus causing economic turmoil, destructing many businesses, most importantly severe health concerns and is now raising up to causing sincere concerns in mergers...
    United Arab EmiratesCoronavirus (COVID-19)
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    Mergers & Acquisitions In The Healthcare Sector: An Operator's Perspective

    Despite oil prices experiencing a sharp decline and the regional economy bracing for a challenging period, transactional activity in the healthcare sector in the UAE and across the GCC...
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Clyde & Co
    Clyde & Co
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    Legal Guardians: Securing Your Rights With A Good Lawyer In Dubai

    At Mio Law Firm, we understand that navigating the legal landscape in Dubai can be complex, especially for businesses seeking to thrive in the dynamic marketplace.
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    MIO Law Firm
    MIO Law Firm
  • Article

    UAE Competition Law: New Turnover-Based Merger Control Threshold

    The United Arab Emirates ("UAE") recently announced a turnover-based threshold for merger control filings that supplements the Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023...
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Baker Botts L.L.P.
    Baker Botts L.L.P.
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    The New UAE Merger Control Regime - Frst Experiences

    In December 2023, the UAE legislator enacted a new Competition Law), which introduced—among other changes—the concept of turnover based notification thresholds.
    United Arab EmiratesAntitrust/Competition Law
    BREMER LF WLL
    BREMER LF WLL
  • Article

    An Introductory Guide To Asset Transfers In The UAE

    Given the current regional growth and the increasing interest of firms to expand their market presence in the UAE, asset acquisition presents a compelling opportunity. An asset acquisition enables
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    HAS Law Firm
    HAS Law Firm
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    Due Diligence: Setting The Tone To Seal The Deal

    When it comes to mergers and acquisitions, due diligence is not just a legal obligation or a formal procedure. It is a crucial step that can make or break a deal...
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    Crowe
    Crowe
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    Simplified And Fast-Track Merger Control Review In Morocco

    In December 2023, the Moroccan Competition Council issued updated merger guidelines. Central to these guidelines was the introduction of a—be it rudimentary—local nexus test.
    United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial Law
    BREMER LF WLL
    BREMER LF WLL
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