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Read more informationNew Schengen Visa Regulations Ease Travel for GCC and Indian Visitors Travelling to Europe has become significantly more convenient for visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and India. The European Commission has recently approved new regulations for the issuance of Schengen visas to citizens of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain,…
Read moreCommercial Licenses Now Recognized as Attachable Assets in Debt Recovery In a landmark ruling on January 31, 2024, the General Assembly of the Dubai Court of Cassation established a new legal precedent confirming that commercial licenses can be included in the scope of an attachment order for debt recovery. The…
Read moreDubai to Launch World's First Centralized Digital Platform for Remote Legal Proceedings In a pioneering move, Dubai is set to revolutionize its justice system with the introduction of a centralized, digital platform designed to streamline remote investigations and court hearings. Announced on Thursday, the Dubai Public Prosecution (DPP) has partnered…
Read moreNew Regulation on Electronic Payment Services Enhances Financial Security in Iraq The Iraqi Cabinet has issued a landmark regulatory update concerning electronic payment services, published in the Official Gazette on April 29, 2024, aimed at bolstering efficiency, security, and transparency within Iraq's financial sector. This new regulation replaces the 2014…
Read moreEU Parliament Passes World's First Artificial Intelligence Act In a landmark decision, the European Union Parliament has officially endorsed the groundbreaking EU AI Act, marking a significant milestone in the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Ratified on Wednesday, the Act represents the world's foremost comprehensive regulatory framework aimed at…
Read moreAmendments to DIFC Employment Law: Recent Changes Recent amendments to the DIFC Employment Law, enacted through DIFC Law No. 1 of 2024, bring significant changes effective from March 1, 2024, with enforcement starting on March 8, 2024. These amendments address Qualifying Scheme contributions and end-of-service gratuity accrual, impacting UAE/GCC nationals…
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