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European Commission Removes Gibraltar And The UAE From 'High-risk' List

The European Parliament approved, on 9 July, a proposal by the European Commission to remove both Gibraltar and the United Arab Emirates from its list of high‑risk jurisdictions regarded as having strategic deficiencies in their national anti‑money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism regimes.

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The Sovereign Group

Regulations On Virtual Assets To Counter Proliferation Financing And Prevent Money Laundering (Video)

Learn More About the Regulations on virtual assets to counter proliferation financing and prevent money laundering.

United Arab Emirates Technology

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Key Laws That Combat Money Laundering And Terrorism Financing In UAE Business (Video)

In this video, we explore the UAE's Federal Decree-Law No. 20/2018, a key piece of legislation designed to combat money laundering, terrorism financing, and the funding of unlawful organisations...

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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

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

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

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Al Tamimi & Company

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

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Understanding The New Civil Defence Authority And Its Regulations

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Regulations And Restrictions On Carrying Cash, Jewellery, And Alcohol While Traveling In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Further Enhancements To AML Governance In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Government

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Hadef & Partners

UAE Tightens Anti-Money Laundering Laws, Forms New Committees To Fight Financial Crime

United Arab Emirates Government

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BSA Law

UAE Removed From The FATF's Grey List

United Arab Emirates Government

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Hogan Lovells (Middle East) LLP

Key Laws That Combat Money Laundering And Terrorism Financing In UAE Business

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Regulating Unlicensed Virtual Asset Providers: A Comprehensive Guide

United Arab Emirates Technology

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Dr Hassan Elhais

The UAE Welcomes Its Removal From The FATF Grey List

United Arab Emirates Government

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Current UAE Landscape

United Arab Emirates IP

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Hadef & Partners

Why The UAE Could Become The Global Hub For Virtual Asset Proprietary Trading: A Practical Guide With Jurisdictional Comparisons To Singapore And Switzerland

Worldwide Technology

TLP Advisors

Arrest Procedures Under UAE Criminal Law | Know Your Rights (Video)

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Interest On Borrowed Money: Understanding The Legal Consequences Under UAE Law (Video)

United Arab Emirates Finance

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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

United Arab Emirates Technology

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Cavenwell Group

The UAE's Removal From FATF Grey List: A Victory Of Public-Private Partnership And Promising Economic Prospects

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) achieved a significant milestone on February 23, 2024, as it was removed from the Financial Action Task Force's (FATF) "Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring" list...

United Arab Emirates Compliance

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BSA Law

Do Financial Advisors In The UAE Need Licenses To Sell Investments?

In the dynamic world of finance, where businesses seek expert guidance on budgeting, debt management, and fundraising, financial advisors play an essential role.

United Arab Emirates Finance

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Dr Hassan Elhais

UAE Poised For FATF Grey List Removal In February 2024

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog, confirmed on 27 October that the United Arab Emirates ...

United Arab Emirates Government

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The Sovereign Group

Overview Of The DNFBP AML Requirements In The UAE With A Specific Focus On Real Estate Brokers

In the context of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the term "DNFBP" refers to Designated Non-Financial Business or Profession. DNFBPs are businesses or professions...

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

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BSA Law

What Are The New Guidance And Updates On Money Laundering In UAE?

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Financial Crime Compliance - Skilled Person Reviews

United Arab Emirates Government

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Ankura Consulting Group LLC

New CBUAE Guidance For Licensed Financial Institutions

United Arab Emirates Government

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BSA Law

What Are The Updates On Penalties And Jail Time For Money Laundering Offenders?

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Are The New Laws For Carrying Sharp Tools In The Country?

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Niall Hearty, Of Financial Crime Specialists Rahman Ravelli, Considers The Implications Of The UAE Being Monitored Due To Money Laundering Failings

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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Rahman Ravelli Solicitors

Dubai's Recently Established Money Laundering Court Explained

United Arab Emirates Finance

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BSA Law

What Are The Recent Developments Of Anti Money Laundering In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Is The Full List Of Fines For Money Laundering In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

New Requirements For UAE Companies Under Updated Targeted Financial Sanctions Guidance

United Arab Emirates International

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Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Dubai's Recently Established Money Laundering Court Explained

The following article was originally published for BSA in Arabian Business and discusses the implications of the Dubai Courts' specialised money laundering court.

United Arab Emirates Finance

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BSA Law

What Are The Recent Developments Of Anti Money Laundering In The UAE?

The UAE continuously tightens its rules and regulations concerning anti-money laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing.

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Is The Full List Of Fines For Money Laundering In The UAE?

The UAE Ministry of Economy has announced the list of penalties for violations of the laws relating to money laundering and terrorism financing.

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

New Requirements For UAE Companies Under Updated Targeted Financial Sanctions Guidance

On May 6, 2021, the Executive Office of the Committee for Goods Subject to Import and Export Controls (the "Executive Office") issued important updated guidance (the "Guidance")...

United Arab Emirates International

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Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

The UAE Is Introducing Tighter Restrictions On Gold And Other Assets

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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Rahman Ravelli Solicitors

What If Someone Files A Fake Cheque Case Against You?

Have you been in a situation where you issued a cheque, however, later paid the cheque amount in cash to the beneficiary but, the beneficiary failed to return the cheque or refuses to return the cheque.

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Counter-Terrorism Bill 2019: Australia

The Counter-Terrorism legislation Amendment Bill 2019 covers amendments to fortify Australia's counter-terrorism legislation.

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STA Law Firm

UAE Chapter On Sanctions

The United Arab Emirates ("UAE") has a complex sanctions regime based on a variety of sources. Sanctions are based on diverse interests, including political, economic and national security interests.

United Arab Emirates International

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BSA Law

Legal Considerations In An Increasingly Diverse Defence Market

The IDEX conference just concluded last week in Abu Dhabi demonstrated the intertwining nature of the threats that the world currently faces in dealing with malevolent actors ...

United Arab Emirates Government

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BSA Law

A Global Purview Of Counter-Terrorism Efforts

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STA Law Firm

Cybercrime New Amendment Law In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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BSA Law

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Regulations On Virtual Assets To Counter Proliferation Financing And Prevent Money Laundering (Video)

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Key Laws That Combat Money Laundering And Terrorism Financing In UAE Business (Video)

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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