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...

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.

Senior associate, Tyne Hugo, recently spoke with ESG Mena on the topic of 'Taxation in the UAE and the impact on Environment, Social and Governance'.

Email messages have evidentiary weight under Federal Law No. 35 of 2022 on Evidence in Civil and Commercial Transactions. The evidentiary weight accorded to electronic writing...

On March 17, 2025, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum unveiled Executive Council Resolution No. (11) of 2025, a groundbreaking initiative set to revolutionize Dubai's business environment.

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...

In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has witnessed a growing appetite for investment in foreign companies, particularly in its economic heart, Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Last year, we published an e-bulletin on the key changes that had been announced to the draft UAE Commercial Agencies Law. Following the passage of Federal Law No. 3/2022...

In this article we will like to highlight the important aspects on why it is critical that small businesses analyze ‘partnership agreements' and its legal implications.

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...

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.

We previously reported on the announcement of amendments to the UAE Commercial Companies Law 2015 (as amended) (the "CCL"), which aimed to introduce 100% foreign ownership of companies...

Saudi Arabia's ambitious Vision 2030 continues to unfold, with the Regional Headquarters (RHQ) Program playing a pivotal role in reshaping the Kingdom's business environment.

In a significant move, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has issued circular no. /3/ of 2023 ("Circular"), in pursuance of the Federal Decree-Law no. /23/ of 2022 amending Federal Decree-Law no. /14/...

The UAE introduced the Economic Substance Regulations in April 2019 (later amended by Cabinet Resolution 57 of 2020 (ESR) and Ministerial Decision 100 of 2020).

The concept of dual licensing has emerged as a transformative development in the UAE’s business ecosystem, giving companies the strategic flexibility to operate across both free zones and the mainland under a more integrated structure.

The United Arab Emirates Central Bank (CBUAE) have issued Notice No. CBUAE/BSD/2022/4708, dated 22 November 2022 in respect of "Activating the Requirements of Escrow Account for Funds & Premiums of Insurance Companies" (the "Notice").

The DIFC Court of First Instance has applied the precedent set in Oheo Bank v Parker to set aside an entire DIAC arbitral award, marking the first time a complete award has been invalidated on procedural fairness grounds. The case involved a dispute over diesel cargo delivery where the tribunal decided on unpleaded issues, denying one party the opportunity to present its case on matters fundamental to the outcome.

The General Assembly of the Dubai Court of Cassation issued the Resolution No. 1/2021 (the "Resolution") very recently.

In the current world, where trade ties are vital in strengthening the economy of a country, it is often necessary to enter into legal contracts with various entities around the world.