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Non-Compliance In AML/CFT Rules: Company Fined For AED 1.2 Million (Video)

In a significant development aligning with Federal Decree-Law No.20/2018 on Combating Money Laundering Crimes, the Financing of Terrorism, and the Financing of Unlawful Organizations, the CBUAE has taken action against a notable breach of AML and CFT regulations.

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai Introduces A New Law For The Protection Of The Emblems Of The Emirate Of Dubai And The Government Of Dubai

The New Dubai Emblem Law (Law No. (1) of 2025) was implemented by the government of Dubai to regulate the use of emblems for the Emirate of Dubai and the government of Dubai.

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Saudi Arabia Enacts New Real Estate Foreign Ownership Law: A Calibrated Opening For Foreign Investors

On 8 July 2025, the Council of Ministers of Saudi Arabia approved a new and far-reaching law: the Law of Real Estate Ownership and Investment by Non-Saudis.

Saudi Arabia Government

GT

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Ensuring Transparency: The Significance Of UAE's Updated Procurement Laws (Video)

In a significant step aimed at strengthening the safety and transparency of government procurement processes, the UAE has implemented extensive legislative changes through Federal Law No. 11/2023 Concerning Procurement in the Federal Government.

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

What Does The Law Say Regarding The Sale Of Assets Owned By Foreigners? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

District Cooling Projects – A Few Things To Know

Saudi Arabia Government

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

The Israel-Iran Conflict: Global And Regional Ramifications

Worldwide Government

SJ

Steptoe LLP

What Are The New Laws For Carrying Sharp Tools In The Country (Video)

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai's Fiscal Integrity Is Strengthened By New Whistleblowing Legislation

United Arab Emirates Government

HM

Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Electronic Tagging For Offenders In UAE (Video)

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

مقالة حول القانون رقم 17 لسنة 2024 بتعديل بعض أحكام قانون تنظيم المناقصات والمزايدات الصادر بالقانون رقم 24 لسنة 2015

Qatar Government

SA

Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners

How To Start A Business In Saudi Arabia Step-by-Step

Egypt Government

SK

Sadany & Partners Law Firm

Business Establishment Lawyer In Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Government

SK

Sadany & Partners Law Firm

Investment Opportunities In Oman

Oman Government

Bait Al Qanoon

Navigating Marriage Laws In Saudi Arabia For Foreigners

Saudi Arabia Family

AHYSP

Parental Child Abduction Under UAE Law - MBC Interview (Video)

United Arab Emirates Family

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

How To Claim Financial Support After Divorce? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Family

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Learn About One Of The Top International Law Firms In Saudi

Saudi Arabia Commercial

SK

Sadany & Partners Law Firm

Saudi Labor Law Amendments: Key Changes In 2025

Saudi Arabia Employment

AHYSP

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Inward/ Foreign Investment

Saudi Arabia Enacts New Real Estate Foreign Ownership Law: A Calibrated Opening For Foreign Investors

On 8 July 2025, the Council of Ministers of Saudi Arabia approved a new and far-reaching law: the Law of Real Estate Ownership and Investment by Non-Saudis.

Saudi Arabia Government

GT

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Navigating Saudi Arabia's Oil Sector In 2025: Legal Insights And Investment Pathways

Saudi Arabia's oil sector remains a cornerstone of its economy and a central element of the Kingdom's global economic strategy.

Saudi Arabia Energy

AHYSP

Saudi Cabinet Approves New Law Expanding Foreign Ownership Rights In Real Estate

On 8 July 2025, the Saudi Cabinet approved a new real estate law (the "New Law") that will significantly expand the ability of foreign individuals and entities to own property in the Kingdom.

Saudi Arabia Real Estate

BC

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

KDIPA, The Past And The Future

Kuwait Commercial

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

What Does The Law Say Regarding The Sale Of Assets Owned By Foreigners? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Changes In Criminal And Civil Laws Boost UAE's Ambitious Vision (Video)

United Arab Emirates Criminal

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Investing In A Contracting Company In Saudi Arabia: Legal, Strategic, And Economic Advantages In 2025

Saudi Arabia Commercial

AHYSP

Requirements Of Registration Of A Foreign Company In Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Commercial

SK

Sadany & Partners Law Firm

How To Start A Business In Saudi Arabia Step-by-Step

Egypt Government

SK

Sadany & Partners Law Firm

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Terrorism, Homeland Security & Defence

Non-Compliance In AML/CFT Rules: Company Fined For AED 1.2 Million (Video)

In a significant development aligning with Federal Decree-Law No.20/2018 on Combating Money Laundering Crimes, the Financing of Terrorism, and the Financing of Unlawful Organizations, the CBUAE has taken action against a notable breach of AML and CFT regulations.

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Understanding AML Obligations And Risk Indicators For Real Estate Companies In The UAE

In recent years, the UAE's real estate sector has come under heightened scrutiny from regulators seeking to combat money laundering and terrorism financing.

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

President Trump Issues Executive Order Lifting Longstanding Sanctions On Syria

On June 30, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14312 ("E.O. 14312" or the "E.O.") titled "Providing for the Revocation of Syria Sanctions," which terminates, effective July 1, 2025...

Syrian Arab Republic International

KM

Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP

The Israel-Iran Conflict: Global And Regional Ramifications

Worldwide Government

SJ

Steptoe LLP

What Are The New Laws For Carrying Sharp Tools In The Country (Video)

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

U.S. Departments Of State And Treasury Issue Immediate Sanctions Relief For Syria

Worldwide International

CM

Crowell & Moring LLP

Understanding The New Civil Defence Authority And Its Regulations

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

A Comprehensive Guide To Managing Civil Society Organizations In Egypt Under Law No. 149 Of 2019

Egypt Government

SK

Sadany & Partners Law Firm

Regulating Financial Transfers For Advocacy Works

Oman Government

Bait Al Qanoon

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Money Laundering

Non-Compliance In AML/CFT Rules: Company Fined For AED 1.2 Million (Video)

In a significant development aligning with Federal Decree-Law No.20/2018 on Combating Money Laundering Crimes, the Financing of Terrorism, and the Financing of Unlawful Organizations, the CBUAE has taken action against a notable breach of AML and CFT regulations.

United Arab Emirates Government

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

New Federal Decree Law For Regulation Of The Accounting And Auditing Profession (Video)

The UAE has introduced Federal Decree-Law No. 41/2023 to regulate the accounting and auditing profession, replacing Federal Law No. 12/2014. This new law aims to improve corporate governance standards and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) compliance.

United Arab Emirates Accounting

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Bahrain Issues New Guiding Manual On Asset Recovery And Confiscation Enforcement

The Public Prosecution of the Kingdom of Bahrain has issued Decision No. (47) of 2025, introducing a guiding manual that outlines procedures for asset recovery requests and enforcement of confiscation judgments.

Bahrain Finance

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

Understanding AML Obligations And Risk Indicators For Real Estate Companies In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

VARA Rulebooks V2.0

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

Lebanon On The FATF Grey List: Navigating Investment Security In Challenging Times

Lebanon Government

E

Eptalex Law Firm LLP

Regulatory Compliance Of Multi-Chain Wallet Tracking Solutions: Navigating AML/KYC In A Cross-Chain World

United Arab Emirates Government

TLP Advisors

UAE & Singapore: Advancing AML/CFT Standards For Financial Integrity

United Arab Emirates Government

TLP Advisors

UAE's Enhanced AML And CTF Regime: A Journey From Grey List To Compliance

United Arab Emirates Criminal

AO

A&O Shearman

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Fiscal & Monetary Policy

Economic Impact Of Taxes On Edible Oils In Egypt

Edible oils in Egypt play a vital role in the daily diet, being essential for cooking and the production of various food products, making them indispensable.

Ai

Andersen in Egypt

Understanding Insurance Coverage: Navigating Claims For Rain And Flood Damage In The UAE

What is the legal and legitimate way to have those affected by the rains and floods claim from their respective insurers?

United Arab Emirates Insurance

BA

BSA Law

أهم الحوافز الضريبية فى 2022

يعد الإعفاء الضريبي استثناء من نظام الضرائب العام، وأحد أنواع الحوافز الضريبية ال

Ai

Andersen in Egypt

Tax Incentives In 2022

Ai

Andersen in Egypt

تراجع سعر العملة المصرية مقابل الدولار

Egypt Government

Ai

Andersen in Egypt

The Decline In The Price Of The Egyptian Currency Against The Dollar

Egypt Government

Ai

Andersen in Egypt

Trademark Registration In The United Arab Emirates (UAE) - Tips For Foreign Filers

United Arab Emirates IP

AV

Audiri Vox

SUUDİ ARABİSTAN KORONAVİRÜS VE AZALAN PETROL GELİRLERİ DOLAYISIYLA TASARRUF TEDBİRLERİ ALIYOR: KDV ÜÇ KATINA ÇIKARILACAK, ASGARİ GEÇİM İNDİRİMİ UYGULAMASI DURDURULACAK

Saudi Arabia Coronavirus

C

Centrum

Saudi Arabia Announced Its New Coronavirus Measures And Preventions To Recover Sharp Decreases In Oil Revenues: The Government Will Triple Vat Rate And Suspend Cost Of Living Allowance

Saudi Arabia Coronavirus

C

Centrum

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Latest Videos

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Non-Compliance In AML/CFT Rules: Company Fined For AED 1.2 Million (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Ensuring Transparency: The Significance Of UAE's Updated Procurement Laws (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

What Does The Law Say Regarding The Sale Of Assets Owned By Foreigners? (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Electronic Tagging For Offenders In UAE (Video)

AM

Dr Hassan Elhais

Growth Opportunities In Saudi Arabia (Video)

CC

Clyde & Co

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