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Find out moreThis month’s Law Update shines a spotlight on Saudi Arabia, where legal and regulatory reforms under Vision 2030 are reshaping key industries, including construction, real estate, and corporate governance.
We feature an in-depth case study on subcontractor rights in public procurement, a critical area as public projects drive the Kingdom’s growth.
The edition also explores the Saudi and Kuwaiti Civil Codes and Companies Laws, comparing core principles of corporate structures, company formation, and subcontractor arrangements to provide practical insights for businesses operating across borders.
2025 is set to be a game-changer for the MENA region, with legal and regulatory shifts from 2024 continuing to reshape its economic landscape. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Iraq, Qatar, and Bahrain are all implementing groundbreaking reforms in sustainable financing, investment laws, labor regulations, and dispute resolution. As the region positions itself for deeper global integration, businesses must adapt to a rapidly evolving legal environment.
Our Eyes on 2025 publication provides essential insights and practical guidance on the key legal updates shaping the year ahead—equipping you with the knowledge to stay ahead in this dynamic market.
by Ahmad Saleh / Umme Salamah Tyebjee
This article addresses some of the common questions we receive from clients in relation to the new regulatory framework and updated procedures and requirements.
Read MoreThis article discusses a recent Kuwaiti judgment (Kuwait Court of Appeal judgment, Appeal No. 683-2021) in relation to the enforcement of a UAE arbitral award in Kuwait.
Read Moreby Sherif Rahman / Nazanin Maghsoudlou / Darya Ghasemzadeh
The latest change to the Companies Law goes a long way towards ‘levelling the playing field’ in terms of foreign ownership in favour of mainland companies.
Read Moreby Rafiq Jaffer / Muhammad Mitha / Abdulaziz AlHoshan
This law update article will focus on the ability of corporate entities to issue tradeable debt instruments (bonds and notes) and Sukuk pursuant to the New Companies Law.
Read Moreby Ali Al Dabbagh / Ammar Al-Humairi / Zainab Hassan
This article will explore the regulatory requirements for operating recruitment agencies, continuing compliance obligations, and prevalent market practices in federal Iraq.
Read MoreKick-started by the introduction of Federal Law Number 33 of 2021 as amended (the “New Labour Law”) which came into force on 2 February 2022, last year has seen a host of significant developments to the UAE’s employment laws and regulations. This article explores recent developments.
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