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The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) issued Circular OG/431/2020 (New Circular) implementing further updates to existing regulatory measures previously enacted by the CBB to limit economic repercussions of COVID-19.

Following the changes made to the Commercial Companies Law (CCL) to Decree Law No. (21) of 2001 in late 2018, which introduced increased regulation on ...

The Bahrain Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MOIC) has introduced updated regulations for authorised distribution through Ministerial Decision No. 29 of 2024...

Bahrain takes a significant leap in global tax compliance with the introduction of the Domestic minimum top-up tax (DMTT), effective 1 January 2025. This pivotal legislation, aligned with OECD's GloBE...

The COMESA Competition Regulations 2025 introduce express recognition of ancillary restraints in merger control assessment, marking a significant shift in how transaction-related restrictions are evaluated. This development raises important questions about the scope and application of the ancillary restraints doctrine within the COMESA merger control framework, particularly regarding non-compete and non-solicitation clauses.

Our Associate, Hisham Almansoor explains the changes to the BCDR Law.

Corporate governance refers to the systems, principles and processes through which companies are directed and controlled.

On Friday 11 September 2020 it was announced that the Kingdom of Bahrain would establish diplomatic relations with Israel,

The Kingdom of Bahrain has recently introduced a new regulation under Ministerial Resolution No. 43/2024 aimed at enhancing the transparency, efficiency...

The Kingdom of Bahrain is in the process of making comprehensive changes to its corporate laws and procedures to make it easier to set up and carry out business in Bahrain.

Netting is recognised under Law No. 64 of 2006 promulgating the Central Bank of Bahrain ("CBB") and Financial Institutions Law, as amended ("CBB Law"). Article 1 of the CBB Law defines a "Market Contract".

The distinction between exclusion and limitation of liability is, in essence, a matter of degree rather than substance.

Our previous entry under the Raees + Co Knowledge Series examined the legal provisions which apply exclusively to commercial company debtors under Decree Law No. 22/2021 on the Issuance of the Law of Execution...

In today's corporate landscape, joint ventures have become increasingly relevant as a strategic tool in facing geopolitical turmoil and economic uncertainty.

Bahrain's Commercial Registry framework has recently undergone significant revisions, reflecting a commitment to streamlining processes, enhancing compliance, and creating a more adaptable system for businesses.

Over recent years the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Competition Commission (CCC) significantly increased its enforcement activities. This involved the CCC expanding its focus beyond merger control enforcement to actively...

The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism (the "MOICT") have been at the forefront of the introduction of Resolution No. (91) of 2022 amending (the "Amendments") the Ministerial Decree No. (19) of 2018...

The Saudi Minister of Commerce approved the new Ultimate Beneficial Ownership Rules (UBO Rules), which will come into effect on 3 April 2025.