UAE Legal News

Dubai has introduced a comprehensive legal framework to strengthen the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts, ensuring their continued independence and efficiency. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, in his role as the Ruler of Dubai, has enacted Law No. (2) of 2025, redefining judicial operations within the DIFC. This legislation streamlines the …

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Dubai Customs cracked down on counterfeit trade in 2024, intercepting 10.8 million fake items across 54 seizures. This relentless effort safeguards intellectual property and reinforces Dubai’s position as a global trade hub by shielding legitimate businesses from financial losses caused by brand counterfeiting. To stay ahead of smuggling tactics, customs officers undergo specialized training in …

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India’s fast-growing quick-commerce industry is facing fresh scrutiny as consumer product distributors have lodged an antitrust case against major players Zomato’s Blinkit, Swiggy’s Instamart, and Zepto. The complaint, filed with the Competition Commission of India (CCI), alleges that these platforms engage in deep discounting and predatory pricing, disrupting traditional retail networks. The All India Consumer …

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Dubai is tightening its grip on intrusive telemarketing calls, hitting 159 companies with fines after they failed to comply with newly enforced regulations. The Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade (DCCPFT), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, spearheaded the crackdown in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and the Telecommunications …

Dubai Cracks Down on Rogue Telemarketers: 159 Firms Hit with Heavy Fines Read More »

Saudi authorities have intensified their efforts to enforce residency, labor, and border laws, uncovering 21,222 violations during a sweeping crackdown from February 13 to February 19. The violations break down as follows: 13,202 related to residency infractions, 4,911 tied to border security breaches, and 3,109 concerning labor law violations. As part of the enforcement drive, …

Crackdown in Saudi Arabia: Over 21,000 Violations Uncovered in Nationwide Sweep Read More »

In a decisive policy shift, Kuwait has reinstated imprisonment for debtors who evade payment despite having the financial means to settle their obligations. This move, part of broader legal amendments, is aimed at curbing rising bad debts and reinforcing trust in the country’s financial system. The Council of Ministers has approved amendments to the Civil …

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A Turkish court has barred two senior executives from the country’s most powerful business association from traveling abroad, as authorities investigate their remarks on democracy—comments that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan slammed as an attack on the government. Orhan Turan, president of TUSIAD, and Omer Aras, chairman of QNB Finansbank’s Turkish unit, made statements at the …

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reached out to Indian authorities for assistance in its investigation into Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani, citing alleged securities fraud and a $265 million bribery scheme, according to a court filing. In a New York district court submission, the SEC disclosed ongoing efforts to serve …

U.S. SEC Seeks India’s Cooperation in Adani Probe Amid Bribery Allegations Read More »

A legal battle over a massive $1.4 billion tax bill has put Volkswagen’s Indian operations in jeopardy, with the automaker warning that the financial burden could force it out of the country. The dispute centers on claims by Indian tax authorities that Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, a subsidiary of the German car giant, manipulated import …

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A Qatari private joint stock company has come under scrutiny for violating commercial regulations by attempting to offer new shares for public subscription—an action explicitly prohibited under the country’s Commercial Companies Law. On February 4, 2025, Al-Hadaf Company for Agricultural Development announced its plans through local newspapers and social media to increase its capital by …

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