Ban AbdulQadir

The 2025 Healthcare Odyssey

Welcome to the first edition of Law Update for 2025. As we begin this exciting year, we are pleased to turn our attention to one of the most dynamic sectors in the UAE and the broader GCC region – healthcare. Over the past several years, the region has seen unprecedented growth in this sector, driven by legislative advancements, technological innovations, and the increasing focus on sustainability and AI. As such, healthcare is set to be one of the most important sectors in the coming decade.

In this issue, we explore key themes that are significantly shaping the future of healthcare in the UAE, such as recent changes in foreign ownership laws. These reforms present a major opportunity for foreign investors, opening up new avenues for international collaborations and improving the overall healthcare infrastructure. The changes in ownership laws are an important milestone, and we provide an analysis of what this means for the industry and the various players involved.

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Biography

The CSR program at Al Tamimi & Company started in 2011, with Ban AbdulQadir and 12 other members from various departments forming the CSR committee.

Ban is responsible for developing and implementing sustainability and social impact initiatives within Al Tamimi & Company. Her role includes identifying opportunities to create positive social & environmental impact, managing stakeholder engagement, and ensuring that the CSR complies with ethical and legal standards.

Ban is the focal point of the program and has successfully managed projects and campaigns. The program focuses on pro bono legal work, community investment, and sustainability, She is responsible for managing the program, developing policies, partnerships, events, campaigns, and volunteering projects. Her management and HR experience at Al Tamimi & Company have helped her align the CSR program with the firm’s objectives.

Ban is developing and managing strategies, policies, and programs that align with the firm’s values and business goals. She works with various departments and teams to integrate sustainability into the CSR operations and services.