UAE's New Traffic Law The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has always placed road safety high on its national agenda. With the urbanization of the country, high traffic density, and growing popularity of alternative modes of transport such as e-bikes and e-scooters, the legal framework regulating road safety had to be…
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Key Amendments to Saudi Arabia's Labour Law Saudi Arabia's labor market is experiencing one of its most dramatic changes in years. With the promulgation of Cabinet Decision No. (117) dated August 6, 2024, and Royal Decree No. (44) dated August 12, 2024, the Kingdom has issued far-reaching amendments to its…
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Saudi Arabia's New Personal Status Law Saudi Arabia celebrated another milestone in its history of legal reform on 21 February 2025 with the release of the Implementing Regulations of the Personal Status Law (PSL) into the Official Gazette (Umm Al-Qura). The much-awaited regulations, endorsed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman,…
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Oman's Draft Personal Income Tax Law Oman is edging towards the introduction of the Gulf region's first-ever personal income tax (PIT), which could be a possible turning point in the region's historic tax-free status for individuals. The most recent draft of Oman's Personal Income Tax Law, which has recently been…
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UAE Announces Turnover Thresholds for Merger Filings The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is embarking on a new era in its competition law regime with the recent publication of Ministerial Decree No. 3 of 2025 (the "Turnover Decision"), which finally determines the long-awaited turnover thresholds for merger control filings. Applying from…
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Bahrain Adopts the GCC Funds Passporting Regime The Cross-border Registration Regulation for Investment Funds, commonly referred to as the GCC Funds Passporting Scheme, has been issued by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) and comes into force on January 1, 2025.This effort is in line with the "Regulatory Framework for…
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The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 The Indian government plans to table the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, in the current Budget session of Parliament. This historic bill, initiated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, will replace and consolidate several obsolete laws governing immigration, entry, and residence of foreign nationals…
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Amendments to the India-Oman Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA): Implications and Key Changes The Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) between Oman and India has been amended recently to accord with changing global tax norms and enable easier cross-border trade and investment. These changes are geared towards avoiding tax evasion, bringing…
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Criminal Law of Kuwait Kuwait’s criminal law is a complex blend of Islamic law (Sharia) and civil law, influenced by French and Egyptian legal traditions. The country enforces strict penalties for crimes, particularly drug offenses, violent crimes, and human rights violations. Recent amendments, including Decree-Law No. 93 of 2024, have…
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UAE Corporate Tax Reforms 2025 In 2025, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is introducing landmark tax reforms aimed at meeting global standards and bolstering its fiscal system. Among these are the introduction of a Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT), revisions to laws on corporate taxes, and implementation of eInvoicing technologies.…
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The Crypto regulation in the UAE The cryptocurrency market in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is poised for unprecedented growth in 2024. Dubai-based companies have increasingly embraced cryptocurrency for significant transactions and services, marking a shift toward a more technologically aligned financial landscape. The UAE not only prepares itself for…
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Abu Dhabi’s Nutri-Mark System The global push toward healthier eating habits has gained significant momentum in recent years, with governments implementing various strategies to combat obesity and promote nutritional awareness. In line with this, Abu Dhabi has introduced the Nutri-Mark system, a front-of-pack (FOP) labeling initiative designed to help consumers…
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Maritime law in Qatar The world maritime sector will experience a landmark occasion in 2025 when Qatar hosts the first-ever Seatrade Maritime Qatar. The strategic conference is intended to boost the nation's status as a prime maritime center in the Middle East and globally. This was announced by Qatar Ports…
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Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property Rights Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed sectors such as healthcare, finance, entertainment, and legal services. But as content generated by AI becomes increasingly sophisticated, IP rights issues have become a topic of debate. Who owns the work created by AI? Can copyrights or patents be…
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