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UAE Work Permit: A Comprehensive 2025 Guide

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Compliance with UAE labor laws, accurate documentation, and awareness of evolving regulations are key to successfully navigating the country’s work permit system.

Saudi Arabia Labor Law Amendments: Preparing for Compliance

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Saudi Arabia’s Labor Law amendments, effective February 2025, introduce enhanced worker protections, expanded employer obligations, and structured frameworks for contracts, aligning with Vision 2030 goals.

UAE Signs CEPA Agreements with Malaysia, Kenya, and New Zealand

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The UAE has signed CEPA trade agreements with Malaysia, Kenya, and New Zealand to enhance its post-oil economy and foster open trade and investment policies. These deals now require to be ratified by both sides before implementation.

Getting a UAE Driving License and Payment of Traffic Fines

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We discuss how to get a driving license in the UAE, payment of fines in case of traffic violations, and other penalties for non-compliance.

SAIC Motor’s US$135 Million Deal in Egypt: A Strategic Move Amid Global Trends

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Chinese state-owned SAIC Motor Corp. Ltd. has partnered with Egypt’s Mansour Group in a US$135 million deal to set up an automotive plant in New October City, Egypt.

Saudi Arabia’s Green Financing Framework and How it Works

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The Green Financing Framework aims to mobilize financial resources to fund green projects and contribute to Saudi Arabia’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2060.

Navigating Arbitration Procedures in the UAE

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The UAE’s arbitration framework, aligned with the UNCITRAL Model Law, provides an efficient and flexible mechanism for resolving domestic and cross-border disputes.

Qatar’s Construction Sector to Surpass US$68 Billion by 2025 Amid Rapid Economic Growth

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Qatar’s construction sector is poised for rapid growth, with market size projected to exceed US$68 billion by 2025, driven by ambitious infrastructure projects and government investments.

Oman Launches Three Digital Services to Streamline Business Operations

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The three new digital services launched on the Oman Business Platform are the Rental Contracts Service, the Financial Reports Service, and the Interactive Guide for Trade Names.

Corporate Tax in Kuwait: New 15% Tax Law to Impact 350 Foreign Firms

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Kuwait’s new 15 percent corporate tax law is in effect from tax periods beginning on or after January 1, 2025. Read to understand how multinational entities operating in the country will be impacted.

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