With rising regional tensions and unusual security conditions, some employees may wish to leave the UAE temporarily for safety reasons or family considerations.

The General Authority for Competition ("GAC") in Saudi Arabia recently announced fines totaling SR14.89 million against six companies and establishments operating in the car and goods transport sector.

Under UAE law, a cheque is recognised as a commercial instrument. It constitutes a written order issued by the account holder (the drawer) instructing a bank to pay a specific sum of money to a named beneficiary or to the bearer.

Saudi Arabia's Premium Residency Centre has announced the launch of five new types of premium residency in Saudi Arabia. It aims to bring talent and investment to significantly contribute to the Kingdom's economy.

As Saudi Arabia continues to attract international investment, interest in foreign ownership of real estate has grown steadily. A common question remains: to what extent does Saudi law now permit non-Saudi ownership, and what legal framework governs it?

The UAE has introduced targeted amendments to its VAT framework through Federal Decree-Law No. 16 of 2025, effective 1 January 2026, reinforcing the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen tax compliance, improve clarity across sectors, and align the VAT regime with evolving business practices.

The relationship between employers and employees in the UAE is governed by a variety of laws and regulatory authorities, which differ based on the employer's jurisdiction and the employee's classification.

In a country as diverse as the United Arab Emirates, the legal system thoughtfully accommodates residents of different cultural and religious backgrounds.

In a country as diverse as the United Arab Emirates, the legal system thoughtfully accommodates residents of different cultural and religious backgrounds.

The UAE Ministry of Economy has published detailed Guidelines on the submission of competition complaints under Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023 on the Regulation of Competition (the “Competition Law”). While the Competition Law has been in force since December 2023, the practical operation of complaint-based enforcement had, until now, remained relatively opaque.

Law on Renting Houses for Tourism Purposes and Amending Certain Laws ("Regulation") was published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Türkiye numbered 32357 and dated November 2, 2023.

In the dynamic M&A landscape of the GCC, competition authorities are becoming increasingly assertive in enforcing pre-merger notification and standstill obligations.

The rental market in the United Arab Emirates is dynamic, governed by a clear set of regulations that balance the rights of both landlords and tenants. However, disputes arise, often leading to legal notices.

As regional instability continues to impact commercial activity across the Middle East, businesses engaged in sale and purchase (S&P) transactions governed by UAE law are increasingly examining whether recent developments may trigger force majeure provisions.

In the UAE, family law differentiates between custodianship and guardianship when it comes to the care and upbringing of a child.

Saudi Arabia has taken a definitive leap toward becoming a global arbitration hub, aligning with its ambitious Vision 2030 transformation.

In our article "Understanding the New Landscape: A Comparative Analysis of UAE and KSA Competition Laws" we delve into the nuances of the updated UAE competition law and the established framework in KSA.

In the UAE, family law differentiates between custodianship and guardianship when it comes to the care and upbringing of a child.

In today's digital world, protecting personal data has become crucial.