ArticleProtectionism, The New Word!The economic world is often dominated and driven by a cloud of the phenomenon at times.United Arab EmiratesInternational LawCrowe
ArticleSustainable Supply Chain Finance: Unlocking The Potential For BanksIn an era of rapid economic and geopolitical change, companies globally and in the Middle East are increasingly adopting green and sustainable strategies. These are being integrated into broader business operations...United Arab EmiratesInternational LawAlvarez & Marsal
ArticleDecree On The Regulation Of Advertisements In DubaiThis new decree sets out new guidelines, regulations and permits criteria for all physical advertisements, such as signages, outdoor billboards, promotions, leaflets, roads, commercials and others.United Arab EmiratesMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentBSA Law
ArticleOFAC Fires Shot Across The Bow Of Middle East Shipping IndustryOFAC, together with the US Coast Guard and the US Department of State, has just issued a timely reminder of the risks of shipping petroleum products to Syria and Iran.United Arab EmiratesInternational LawClyde & Co
ArticleQatar Sanctions: Is Your Business Adequately Protected?Amy Choudhary considers how the Qatar sanctions might affect the contractual obligation(s) of entities and whether performance can be discharged on the grounds of frustration. United Arab EmiratesInternational LawTaylor Wessing
ArticleUAE Removed From EU Tax Haven Blacklist Along With SwitzerlandOn October 10, the United Arab Emirates has been removed from the European Union's list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes, together with Switzerland.European UnionInternational LawOneworld Ltd
ArticleTreasury Removes UAE From List Of Countries Requiring Cooperation With An International BoycottOn April 8, the Treasury Department removed the UAE from its list of countries requiring cooperation with an international boycott...GlobalInternational LawAkin
ArticleMoving Up The Country Ladder: Commerce Provides Enhanced Favorable Export Controls Treatment For UAEThe U.S. Department of Commerce has reclassified the United Arab Emirates under export control regulations, moving it from a restricted category to a trusted partner designation. This significant policy shift affects how American companies can export advanced computing items and dual-use technologies to UAE entities, particularly in the artificial intelligence sector.United Arab EmiratesInternational LawArnold & Porter
ArticleNavigating The European Commission's Anti-Dumbing Investigation: A Critical Moment For Egyptian Steel ManufacturersOn 8 August, the European Commission announced they initiated an anti-dumping investigation into certain non-ferrous products originating from Egypt, India, Japan, and Vietnam.GlobalInternational LawBREMER LF WLL
ArticleBrief On The New UAE Cabinet Decision No 58/2020 On The Regulation Of The Procedures Of Real BeneficiaryUAE Cabinet Decision No. 58 / 2020 is to be implemented to regulate the minimum obligations of the corporate entities incorporated in the UAE mainland and in the non-financial free zones...United Arab EmiratesInternational LawBSA Law
ArticleIran – New Opportunities And Continuing RisksWhilst most EU sanctions on Iran related activity have been lifted, restrictions on the export of certain items and on dealings with specific persons and entities remain in place.GlobalInternational LawBeale & Company (Middle East)
ArticleNew Requirements For UAE Companies Under Updated Targeted Financial Sanctions GuidanceOn May 6, 2021, the Executive Office of the Committee for Goods Subject to Import and Export Controls (the "Executive Office") issued important updated guidance (the "Guidance")...United Arab EmiratesInternational LawAkin
ArticleDepartment Of Commerce Upgrades The UAE To Favorable Export Control Status Under The EARThe U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security has issued a final rule significantly upgrading the export control status of the United Arab Emirates under the Export Administration Regulations. This regulatory change recognizes the UAE as a U.S. Major Defense Partner and facilitates its secure access to certain sensitive items, including advanced computing technology and missile systems, through enhanced favorable treatment and new license exceptions. United Arab EmiratesInternational LawSteptoe LLP
ArticleChoice of Location when Incorporating a Company in the United Arab EmiratesWhenever a corporate entity or an individual decides to establish a company in the United Arab Emirates ("UAE"), choosing the appropriate location is of vital importance for the future economic success.United Arab EmiratesCorporate/Commercial LawANDERS LEGAL CONSULTANCY
ArticleAML Compliance And Why You Should CareThe latest changes to the relevant laws in the last two to three years raised the need for companies to become more acquainted with their expected obligations.United Arab EmiratesGovernment, Public SectorBSA Law
ArticleUAE Patent Regulations Introduce New 'Export Control' Type Provisions For Uae Patent Applications With Security And Military ApplicationsUnder the former UAE Patent Law, patents which related to national security were excluded from patent protection. This position is changing. New restrictions have been introduced...United Arab EmiratesIntellectual PropertyGowling WLG
ArticleThe Qatari Boycott Four Months On; Reflections From The UAEFour months on from the abrupt cessation of diplomatic relations and imposition of restrictions on Qatar by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and allied states, including Kingdom of Saudi Arabia...United Arab EmiratesInternational LawClyde & Co
ArticleIran Sanctions Lifted - What Now?The lifting of sanctions should be viewed as a gradual process of opening up Iran's market to the outside world. GlobalInternational LawMena Legal
ArticleUSA Sanctions In The UAEWhat happens when the world's most powerful economy decides to blacklist your business or you personally as a security threat? Brace yourself for the harsh reality of the United States' sanctions list.GlobalInternational LawADG Legal