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An ongoing investigation into the financial scandal involving NMC, the biggest private provider of healthcare in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and a previously listed FTSE 100 company, has...

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) was established in 2004 as a financial-free zone having an independent legal and regulatory framework aiming to foster growth and economic progress in the nation.

Choosing between an SPV, holding company and foundation in the UAE depends on what you need the structure to achieve. An SPV can isolate specific assets, a holding company can bring businesses under common ownership, while a foundation can support long-term family wealth and succession planning.

In today's fast-changing global economy, the viability of a business is no longer just a matter of profit margins or efficiency of operations.

The UAE's legal landscape is evolving rapidly with new laws affecting contracts, tax compliance, employment practices, and corporate governance. Understanding how Federal Decree-Law No. 25 of 2025, updated AML frameworks, and revised employment regulations impact your business operations is essential for maintaining compliance and avoiding disputes. Are your company's internal policies, contracts, and decision-making processes aligned with these regulatory changes?

The DIFC was the first financial free zone to be established in the United Arab Emirates ("UAE") and has a highly sophisticated legal system based on English common law.

In May 2025, VARA mandated all VASPs to be fully registered and responsive on the FIU's Integrated Enquiry Management System portal.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) introduced ‘Economic Substance Regulations' (ESR or the Regulation) in April 2019.

As expected, United Arab Emirates (UAE) have announced the introduction of Corporate Income Tax on 31 January 2022. As a signatory to the Two Pillar package driven by the Organization...

The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has developed two significant regulatory drafts regarding software...

As international families increasingly hold assets across multiple jurisdictions, questions of ownership, applicable law, and financial claims following divorce are becoming increasingly complex.

On 27 August 2020, Cabinet Resolution No. 58/2020 on the Regulation of Procedures Related to Real Beneficiaries (the "Resolution") was published, which has introduced new record keeping and...

This legal briefing provides an overview of the One Free Zone Passport Initiative and its potential implications.

Over the last five years, companies worldwide have endured a series of global disruptions. It all started with the pandemic, and then global inflation due to war disrupted the momentum.

Oportunidades bilaterais de negócios devem levantar voo seguindo a normalização do relacionamento entre os dois países...

The outbreak of COVID-19 is impacting businesses; this includes effects on commercial and employment contracts..

Market participants are always looking for the optimal economic conditions for their activities.