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Find out moreReal estate, construction, and hospitality are at the forefront of transformation across the Middle East – reshaping cities, driving investment, and demanding increasingly sophisticated legal frameworks.
In the June edition of Law Update, we take a closer look at the legal shifts influencing the sector – from Dubai’s new Real Estate Investment Funds Law and major reforms in Qatar, to Bahrain’s push toward digitalisation in property and timeshare regulation. We also explore practical issues around strata, zoning, joint ventures, and hotel management agreements that are critical to navigating today’s market.
As the landscape becomes more complex, understanding the legal dynamics behind these developments is key to making informed, strategic decisions.
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.
Watch a short video by Noff Al Khafaji, Associate here highlighting some key benefits of the new DIFC companies regime.
Further to our latest alert regarding the introduction of the new companies regime (“New Legislation”) enacted on 12 November 2018 (“Enactment Date”), new and existing DIFC companies must now comply with the New Legislation.
Please note that this alert does not apply to public companies limited by shares.
In line with the New Legislation, our team will be delighted to assist you in registering and securing ongoing compliance of an LTD by:
Key contacts:
Izabella Szadkowska
Partner
Noff Al Khafaji
Associate
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