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The Renaissance of the Desert: Analysis of the Investment Funds Regime in the Dubai International Financial Centre
Executive Summary The global asset management industry is currently navigating a period of profound structural realignment. As capital pools shift eastward and regulatory pressures in traditional offshore jurisdictions intensify, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has emerged not merely as…
Digital Sovereignty and Regulatory Rigour: An Analysis of the UAE’s Federal Decree Law No. 34 of 2021 and the Mandate for Enhanced Corporate Compliance
I. Introduction and Executive Summary The rapid digitalisation of commerce and governance within the United Arab Emirates (UAE) necessitated a comprehensive overhaul of its digital legal framework. This objective was realized through the extensive legal reform programme enacted during the…
The Role of M&A in Business Growth: Why UAE is a Preferred Hub
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) serve as a strategic tool for businesses to expand their operations and significantly increase their market reach. By forming partnerships with other companies, businesses can effectively enter new markets, leverage valuable resources such as expertise, talent,…
Can a subsequent 12-month notice override a Lease Termination Agreement?
A tenant operating a business from a commercial property in Dubai. Almost a year later, the landlord executed a mutual Lease Termination Agreement with the tenant, which provided that the property be vacated and handed over to the landlord instead…
Legal Risks in Cross-Border Business Transactions — UAE Perspective
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has established itself as a global hub for trade, investment and cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Its business-friendly environment, strategic location and free-zone structures such as DIFC and ADGM make it very attractive for investors. However,…
The New Paradigm: Navigating the Modern UAE Labour Landscape – Key Compliance Imperatives Post-Decree Law No. 33
The United Arab Emirates’ Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 Regarding the Regulation of Employment Relationship (the “New Labour Law“)1, which took effect in early 2022, represents the most significant legislative overhaul of private sector employment in decades. This framework…
The UAE’s Evolving Insolvency Mosaic
I. Introduction The legal framework governing corporate insolvency in the United Arab Emirates operates as a distinct, layered system, comprising the federal Civil Law jurisdiction (the Mainland) and autonomous Common Law financial free zones (the Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC,…
What Are Mergers and Acquisitions? A Beginner’s Guide for UAE Businesses
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are big moves that can transform a business whether it’s about expanding into new markets, gaining fresh expertise or staying competitive. For UAE businesses, M&A opportunities are growing fast as the region attracts global investors and…
Structuring Joint Ventures in the UAE: Legal Considerations for Foreign Investors
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to attract foreign investors seeking commercial opportunities in the region. With robust infrastructure, strategic market access, and progressive economic reforms, the UAE offers a favourable environment for joint ventures (JVs). While recent legal changes…
