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The UAE has introduced new change of control regulations for financial services firms, requiring regulatory approval or notification when acquiring stakes above certain thresholds.

After a slow implementation phase the regional merger control regime for the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) came into effect in October 2024.

With sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) emerging as one of the world's fastest growing regions, Managing Director of our UAE office, Nina Auchoybur highlights why many Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)

The introduction of the Corporate Income Tax (CIT) in the UAE is not just a new tax policy; it's a tectonic shift in the nation's financial architecture.

Are you seeking comprehensive legal assistance to navigate the intricate landscape of business development in Dubai...

In this article we highlight some of the key employment aspects arising from business transfers in the GCC.

In the context of the continuous development of corporate structures and the expansion of activities through multiple entities, a precise legal question arises concerning the extent of a parent...

Middle Eastern M&A activity demonstrated notable resilience through the first half of 2026 despite the U.S./Iran conflict, with deal values holding steady at USD45.4 billion across 516 transactions. While consumer-facing sectors like retail, hospitality and tourism experienced selective slowdowns, strategic buyers and sovereign investors maintained robust activity, particularly in defense technology.

Private equity real estate is an advantage class that comprises of pooled private and public interests in the real estate market.

Merger control regimes across the Middle East and North Africa are undergoing significant transformation as competition authorities refine enforcement mechanisms and enhance procedural frameworks. The United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Kuwait each introduced substantial reforms to their merger control systems in the first half of 2026, fundamentally reshaping how cross-border transactions are reviewed and approved in these jurisdictions.

The UAE's 2025 amendments to the Commercial Companies Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2025 amending Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021)...

Eminent international law firm Conyers, Dill & Pearman sowed its seeds in the global city of Dubai in 2006 and has since shown significant victories across an array of sectors.

With the M&A market in the Middle East gaining momentum, particularly in the UAE, share acquisitions have become a favored method for investors

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

The outbreak of COVID-19 has massively impacted the global economy.

In today's fast-paced business environment, technology is revolutionizing every aspect of the corporate landscape, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as well as private equity (PE) are no exception.

At a time when global investment environments are becoming increasingly complex, due diligence in finance has evolved from a traditional financial vetting tool into a multi-dimensional process.