Criminal Law Reforms in Abu Dhabi: What Businesses Need to Know In a move to strengthen its business environment and enhance the governance of corporate entities in the country, the United Arab Emirates has undertaken numerous legal reforms UAE in its criminal law framework. The reforms essentially target financial crimes…
Read moreSecuritization in Abu Dhabi: Opportunities and Legal Challenges Securitization has become an integral part of the global financial landscape, and Abu Dhabi is no exception. The emirate’s financial sector has increasingly adopted securitization techniques to enhance liquidity, manage risk, and create investment opportunities. This article delves into the concept of…
Read moreImmigration Law in Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has always been a strategic and appealing destination for expatriates, investors, and tourists from around the world. In 2024, the UAE introduced significant changes to its immigration laws, particularly focusing on residence visa regulations. These…
Read moreEmiratisation Policy in UAE Labour Law The UAE's labor market has undergone significant transformations with the introduction of a revamped Emiratisation policy embedded in the new UAE Labour Law. This policy, which came into effect on February 2, 2022, aims to enhance the employment of UAE nationals in the private…
Read moreA Comprehensive Guide on Bahrain’s end of service gratuity system The Kingdom of Bahrain has recently implemented significant changes to its leaving indemnity system, marking a pivotal moment in the country's commitment to enhancing labor rights and fostering a conducive business environment. Spearheaded by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin…
Read moreIndian’s New Criminal Law Bills In a landmark move, Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced three revised Bills on December 12, aiming to replace archaic British-era criminal laws that have governed India for decades. The proposed legislation includes the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita Bill, 2023; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita,…
Read moreUAE's Traffic Law Amendments The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently undertaken a significant revision of its traffic laws, marking a major step towards enhancing road safety. These amendments, which became effective on July 6, 2023, are part of a broader initiative to combat reckless driving and ensure the safety…
Read moreSix New Laws to Regulate the Real Estate Sector in UAE In 2023, Dubai's dynamic property landscape is poised for significant transformations, solidifying its status as a top choice for both investors and homeowners. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) governs real estate laws and regulations, striving to safeguard the interests…
Read moreThe Amendments to UAE Trademark Law The ideal trademark is one that is pushed to its utmost limits in terms of abstraction and ambiguity, yet is still readable. - Saul Bass The UAE has a well-defined law to protect the Intellectual property rights of a business including its brand, business…
Read moreRecent Update to Hong Kong’s Listing Rules The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Ltd. published a consultation paper on reviewing the Corporate Governance Code and Related Listing Rules in April 2021. The primary focus of the consultation paper was to instil changes in the mindset of an issuer's board, incentivize…
Read morePrior Use of Patented Inventions in India “Patents are not forever, but inventions are”― Kalyan C. Kankanala The word “prior use of patented inventions” is used when the invention underlying a patent application is being used before documenting the patent application. The rights have a common view however at that point…
Read moreOman's New Securities Law (Decree 46 of 2022) "We have seen a systematic erosion of liberty and democracy in Hong Kong. Since the National Security Law was imposed, authorities have cracked down on free speech, the free press, and free association. - Liz Truss, British Foreign Secretary Oman Sultani Decree Number…
Read moreNFTs - Country Focus: India People don’t understand NFTs, Metaverse, and crypto today the same way they didn’t understand online shopping in the 1995” - Anuj Jasani The Indian economy is considered to be one of the largest economies in the world. It is considered that to have grown by 10%…
Read moreInsolvency Regulations in Qatar No one can reasonably deny that Medicare is headed for insolvency, and that Medicare's insolvency, if not rectified, will lead to the federal government's insolvency. — David Limbaugh The bankruptcy regime in Qatar is based on the principles contained in the legislation of many western jurisdictions. Financial institutions see it…
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