New Era of Pharmaceutical Regulation in the UAE: Changes to Federal Law No. 38 of 2024 For quite a while now, the United Arab Emirates has led in health care and pharmaceutical innovations across the Middle East. The UAE government passed Federal Law No. 38 of 2024, which became effective…
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GCC-EFTA Free Trade Agreement In an interlinked world, FTAs form an essential milestone for economic development and integration in this increasingly linked world. GCC-EFTA free trade agreement constitutes such a leap toward the expansion of economic relationship between these economic blocs. It is seen to enhance their trade in both…
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UAE's Consumer Protection Law The UAE Consumer Protection Regime has undergone drastic changes in the last few years, given that the government remains committed to building up a regime for consumers that strive to strengthen consumers' rights while fair trading practices prevail in governing business activities. These are changes that…
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India’s Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025 Recently, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) unveiled the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025, a landmark step towards the protection of personal data and promotion of India's digital economy. These rules are framed under the Digital Personal…
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Family Courts Act in India Family Courts Act, 1984 is the very backbone legislation, governing family related legal matters, within the realm of India. It was enacted to settle the family disputes very expeditiously and amicably. Therefore, the legislation has established family courts all over the country, as these are…
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Sharjah Introduces New Real Estate Laws to Promote Growth and Investment The Emirate of Sharjah has recently introduced a set of revolutionary laws and executive council resolutions that aim to strengthen its real estate sector, enhance judicial efficiency, and ensure sustainable urban development. These laws are a reflection of Sharjah's…
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Anti-Money Laundering Laws in Qatar In today’s global economy, where financial transactions move at an unprecedented pace, combating money laundering and terrorist financing is a critical focus for nations around the world. Qatar, a rapidly growing financial hub in the Middle East, has taken significant steps to align its anti-money…
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Trademark Law in Qatar Qatar has implemented the GCC Trademark Law, as well as the implementing regulations thereof, effective August 10, 2023. The national legislation that previously dealt with trademarks, Law No. 9 of 2002, is thus replaced by this move, which comes through Ministerial Decree No. 56 of 2023,…
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A comprehensive guide to companies law in UAE The CCL is an important framework in the business environment of the UAE, inaugurated with the Federal Law No. 2 of 2015. It forms a robust framework on the constitution, management, and running of various types of business undertakings in the country.…
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Key Amendments to Saudi Arabia's Labour Law Saudi Arabia's ambitious Vision 2030 continues to transform the government's legal framework in a way that will make its labor market more attractive and dynamic. These amendments are geared towards enhancing job security, improving working conditions, and providing equal opportunities for everyone. They…
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Oman’s new Banking Law: Royal Decree 2 of 2025 At the start of 2025, the banking and finance sector of Oman has faced radical changes following the issuance of four new Royal Decrees expected to change the landscape of its regulation. Effective 1 January 2025, the newly introduced Banking Law…
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Bahrain’s Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax on Multinational Enterprises The Kingdom of Bahrain has now enacted Decree Law 11 of 2024, a landmark fiscal policy measure which introduces a 15% Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT) on certain Bahraini entities within large multinational enterprise (MNE) groups. Bahrain thus joins the **OECD's Global…
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UN General Assembly’s new convention to prevent and combat cybercrime Given the growing interconnectedness of the world, cybercrime has emerged as perhaps one of the most serious threats to global security, economic stability, and social well-being. Governments, businesses, and individuals feel the growing pressure of the rise in cybercrime at incredible speed,…
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Recent Developments in India's Corporate & Commercial Laws India has experienced a series of transformative changes in its corporate and commercial legal landscape, reflecting its evolving economic, social, and technological context. These reforms are aimed at ease of doing business, regulatory compliance, and sustainable economic growth. Here's a comprehensive look…
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