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Investments In The UAE: When An “Investment” Becomes Fraud And Money Laundering
Under UAE law, investment schemes that promise fixed or unusually high returns may constitute criminal fraud and money laundering if no genuine investment activity exists behind them. This analysis examines how Federal Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021 and Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2018 distinguish between legitimate investment failures and sham arrangements, exploring the criminal and civil consequences for perpetrators and the recovery options available to victims.
United Arab Emirates Criminal
ML
MIO Law Firm
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Department Of Commerce Upgrades The UAE To Favorable Export Control Status Under The EAR
The U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security has issued a final rule significantly upgrading the export control status of the United Arab Emirates under the Export Administration Regulations. This regulatory change recognizes the UAE as a U.S. Major Defense Partner and facilitates its secure access to certain sensitive items, including advanced computing technology and missile systems, through enhanced favorable treatment and new license exceptions.
United Arab Emirates International
SJ
Steptoe LLP
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