Saudi Arabia Israeli Boycott Law (July 2010)

Any business dealing with Saudi Arabia should be aware of the Israeli Boycott Law. The following article gives an overview of its history and application.

New Authority to Manage Economic Cities In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (June

2010)

The importance of Economic Cities (“ECs”) to the economic growth and prosperity of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia can be seen in the following statistics:

Franchising in Saudi Arabia (September/October 2009)

In Saudi Arabia, franchising is regulated by the Commercial Agencies Law

Bribery of Public Officials (August 2009)

Anti-Bribery Law in KSA

Competition Law (July 2009)

The provisions of the Competition Law apply to all entities working in the KSA markets.

Regulatory Change and the New Mortgage Law (Cityscape Magazine July 2009)

Alan Hall examines the impact of regulatory change and the new laws on the real estate market in KSA.

Dispute Resolution in KSA - Part 1 (June 2009)

Overview of the dispute resolution system and processes in KSA.

KSA Tightens Controls Over Off the Plan Sales (April 2009)

Movement to increase the regulatory controls on the pre-sale of development projects which are still in the planning stage.

Real Estate Investment Funds in KSA (April 2009)

The principle law governing real estate investment funds in KSA is the Real Estate Investment Funds Regulation.

Commercial Rules for Bankruptcy in Saudi Arabia (March 2009)

The laws on bankruptcy in Saudi Arabia are not extensive nor has their application been well tested.

Government Tenders and Procurement - Part 2 (February 2009)

An understanding of the regulatory regime and the prescribed procurement process.

Environmental Law in KSA (February 2009)

Protection of the environment is enshrined in in KSA's Basic Law of Governance.

Government Tenders and Procurement - Part 1 (January 2009)
An understanding of the regulatory regime and the prescribed procurement process.

The Ladder of Success (December 2008)
Saudi Strategies for Top 10 by 2010.

Legal Considerations for Foreign Investors (December 2008)

Key considerations for investors considering entry into the KSA market.

Real Estate Sector in KSA (December 2008)

Interest in the real estate sector in KSA has increased significantly in recent times.

Investment Funds in KSA (December 2008)

An overview of investment fund regulations.

Privatisation of State Owned Assets in KSA (December 2008)

KSA does not have a single law regulating the privatisation of state owned assets.

Business Structures in KSA (December 2008)

The principal legislation governing the formation and governance of companies in KSA is the Companies Law.

Swap Agreements (December 2008)

Swap agreements allow foreign investors access to KSA shares under new CMA policy.

The Saudi Arabian Finance Company Laws (October 2008)
A new era for lenders in Saudi Arabia.

Non-Saudi Property Investment in KSA (August 2008)
Investment offered by KSA through its foreign investment laws have become more significant.

Time to Investigate (August 2008)
Due Diligence - Mere formality or need ?

Advertising Securities (July 2008)

The promotion of foreign funds in Saudi Arabia.

Are arbitration agreements binding in Saudi Arabia ? (July 2008)

The conditions for a binding arbitration agreement have not been defined in the Koran and Sunna.

The Development of Commercial Laws in Saudi Arabia (July 2008)

Government agencies and public entities to review the laws that relate to them and their work.

Copyright Protection in Saudi Arabia (July 2008)

A review of the Copyright Laws and the initiative implemented by the government to ensure the protection of copyright in the country.

Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (July 2008)

The Monetary Union and the Single Currency Initiative.

Fundamental Issues in Drafting Software License Agreements (July 2008)

In KSA, parties to any contract may agree to whatever terms and conditions as long as they do not violate the Saudi Laws, regulations and Shariah.

Focus on KSA (July 2008)

The launch of the Al Tamimi & Company Riyadh office.

Marketing of Foreign Funds (May 2008)

Surge in demand for advice in regard to marketing off-shore equity funds targeted towards Saudi investors.

New Saudi Law of Patents Beats Business (April 2008)

In Saudi Arabia, as well as other jurisdictions, protection is granted only to registered patents.

Offering of Securities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The law in relation to the offering of securities in KSA has recently been amended.