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Drug Trafficking Laws And Regulations In The UAE

Drug Trafficking refers to the act of illegally transporting narcotics and psychotropics substances that are either banned, or whose use is strictly regulated, from one country to another.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Court Of Cassation Confirms Risk Of Increased Liability In Medical Grievances To The Higher Committee For Medical Liability

In a medical-malpractice matter, the Dubai Health Authority's Medical Liability Committee ("MLC") initially classified the doctor's conduct as a "minor" medical error.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Al Tamimi & Company

National Anti-Narcotics Authority

The UAE government has ruled to establish a federal authority under the name "National Anti-Narcotics Authority" ("Authority") to combat drug trafficking and other offences related to narcotics drugs, under Federal Decree-Law No. 2 of 2025.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

"NARCOTICS IS A DIRTY BUSINESS" Legal Consequences Of Drug Trafficking In The UAE

Drug trafficking refers to the international trade of drugs. It involves production, manufacture, packaging, transportation and regional distribution of drugs, sometimes carried out by organised criminal groups.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Are The Penalties For Forging Drug Tests In The UAE (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Illegal Health Practice In The UAE Fines And Punishments (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Are Abortions Legal In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Refusing To Provide A Drug Test Sample Will Lead To Hefty Fines And Imprisonment (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

How Can Residents And Visitors Bring Controlled Medicines Into The UAE? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Understanding The UAE's New Abortion Law: A Comprehensive Overview (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Legal Consequences Of Abortion In The UAE: Jail Terms And Penalties

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Facing Narcotic Charges In The UAE? Know The Penalties (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Healthcare Supply Chain Excellence (Podcast)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

Nexdigm UAE

Gulfood 2025: Advancements In Food Safety Regulations Expected In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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BSA Law

Can I Put My Crypto In A Trust Or Foundation? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Technology

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Cavenwell Group

Amendments In Executive Regulations Of Federal Decree Law On Account E-Invoicing

United Arab Emirates Tax

Nexdigm UAE

DIFC Unveils Variable Capital Company Regulations For Next-Gen Investment Structures

United Arab Emirates Finance

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Al Tamimi & Company

UAE Public Clarification Released On The Application Of The Valuation Method Under The Transitional Rules For Real Estate Developers

United Arab Emirates Tax

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ATOZ

The Middle East Pivot To Asia Is Reshaping The Global Economic Landscape

United Arab Emirates International

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The Sovereign Group

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Food and Drugs Law

Drug Trafficking Laws And Regulations In The UAE

Drug Trafficking refers to the act of illegally transporting narcotics and psychotropics substances that are either banned, or whose use is strictly regulated, from one country to another.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

National Anti-Narcotics Authority

The UAE government has ruled to establish a federal authority under the name "National Anti-Narcotics Authority" ("Authority") to combat drug trafficking and other offences related to narcotics drugs, under Federal Decree-Law No. 2 of 2025.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

"NARCOTICS IS A DIRTY BUSINESS" Legal Consequences Of Drug Trafficking In The UAE

Drug trafficking refers to the international trade of drugs. It involves production, manufacture, packaging, transportation and regional distribution of drugs, sometimes carried out by organised criminal groups.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

What Are The Penalties For Forging Drug Tests In The UAE (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Refusing To Provide A Drug Test Sample Will Lead To Hefty Fines And Imprisonment (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai Chocolate – Aldi Süd Finally Loses Before Cologne Higher Regional Court

United Arab Emirates IP

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Maucher Jenkins

Facing Narcotic Charges In The UAE? Know The Penalties (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Gulfood 2025: Advancements In Food Safety Regulations Expected In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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BSA Law

UAE Cabinet Decision No. 43/2024: New Drug Rules For Non-Resident Foreigners Caught With Narcotics

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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Life Sciences, Biotechnology & Nanotechnology

Winding Down Of The Operations Of A Company In DMCC, UAE

Headquartered in India, ABC Group (Client) is present in diversified businesses with a strong foothold in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and packaging industries.

United Arab Emirates Commercial

Nexdigm UAE

Artificial Intelligence In Life Sciences - A UAE Perspective

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a transformative technology that is changing the world as we know it. From healthcare to the automotive industry, AI has already made inroads in numerous fields.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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BSA Law

What Are The Regulations Of Healthcare Professionals In The UAE?

The United Arab Emirates is a confederation of seven emirates namely Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Umm al-Quwain and Ras al-Khaimah.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Combatting Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals In The UAE

United Arab Emirates IP

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Cedar White Bradley

Genetically Modified Food Regulations In UAE And Overseas

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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STA Law Firm

Embryonic Stem Cell Research And Legalities Of Destruction Of Foetus

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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STA Law Firm

Digital Health Technology: A New Year And New FDA Guidance

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dechert LLP

Legalities Surrounding Pharmaceutical Industry In UAE

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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STA Law Firm

Conducting Scientific Research In The United Arab Emirates: Legal Considerations

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Al Tamimi & Company

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Healthcare

Court Of Cassation Confirms Risk Of Increased Liability In Medical Grievances To The Higher Committee For Medical Liability

In a medical-malpractice matter, the Dubai Health Authority's Medical Liability Committee ("MLC") initially classified the doctor's conduct as a "minor" medical error.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Al Tamimi & Company

What Happens When Patient Privacy Becomes A Bargaining Chip

A patient sitting in a waiting room hands over an Emirates ID and a file of medical history. It feels routine, but in that moment they are trusting the hospital with something more valuable than money.

United Arab Emirates Privacy

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BSA Law

Illegal Health Practice In The UAE Fines And Punishments (Video)

He must be of good character, and should not have a judgement of felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or dishonesty issued against him

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Are Abortions Legal In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Refusing To Provide A Drug Test Sample Will Lead To Hefty Fines And Imprisonment (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

How Can Residents And Visitors Bring Controlled Medicines Into The UAE? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Medical Negligence And It's Liabilities Under UAE Law

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Understanding The UAE's New Abortion Law: A Comprehensive Overview (Video)

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

UAE Juvenile Law: Ensuring The Rights And Well-Being Of Minors (Video)

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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How Can Residents And Visitors Bring Controlled Medicines Into The UAE? (Video)

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Legal Consequences Of Abortion In The UAE: Jail Terms And Penalties

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Facing Narcotic Charges In The UAE? Know The Penalties (Video)

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Medicine Can I Safely Bring Into The UAE? (Video)

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Understanding The UAE's New Abortion Law: A Comprehensive Overview

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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