UAE Dubai South Free Zone Rolls Out New Incentives: What Investors Need to Know

Economy & Trade Apr 23

UAE free zone Dubai South has introduced new incentives, including support for company formation and fee relief measures, to reduce operational costs for free zone businesses. The move reflects intensifying competition among UAE free zones and signals a favorable entry window for foreign investors.

Legal & Regulatory

Türkiye IP Rights and Art Law: A Guide for Cross-Border Transactions

Apr 22

Türkiye has a fast‑growing art market and a distinctive IP framework granting strong moral and a resale rights.

Human Resources & Payroll

Saudi Arabia Tightens Hajj Visa Enforcement: Fines, Entry Bans, and Stricter Controls Ahead of 2026 Pilgrimage

Apr 22

Saudi Arabia is tightening Hajj regulations for 2026 by restricting access to permit holders only and imposing heavy fines, deportation, and entry bans on violators. The measures aim to improve crowd control, safety, and oversight by targeting both unauthorized pilgrims and the networks facilitating them.

Legal & Regulatory

UAE Central Bank Updates Guidance on Anti-Money Laundering and More: Compliance Takeaways

Apr 21

The UAE’s updated anti-money laundering guidance and more, shifting financial institutions toward real-time, technology-driven compliance, significantly increasing operational costs and regulatory scrutiny across the sector.

Ascentium Acquires Dezan Shira & Associates, Expanding its Footprint to 27 Markets and Strengthening Corporate Services Capabilities

Legal & Regulatory Apr 21
IEA Chief Projects Two-Year Recovery for Middle East Energy Markets Amid Geopolitical and Demand Pressures

Economy & Trade Apr 20
Gulf EV Market Shifts Toward Chinese Automakers as Fuel Costs Rise and China-GCC Ties Deepen

Industries Apr 17
UAE Reduces Tax Penalties and Introduces Unified Compliance Framework

Tax & Accounting Apr 16

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