The ADGM Courts offer a robust and arbitration-friendly framework for granting Worldwide Freezing Orders to protect assets at every stage of the arbitral process. Whether sought before an award is rendered or after enforcement becomes imminent, these orders can be a decisive tool to prevent frustration of arbitral justice. As international arbitration continues to dominate the resolution of...
Hiring employees in the UAE is not just about offering a salary and issuing visas. The country has a structured labour and workplace governance system, and every company—whether small or large—is expected to maintain certain HR documents. These documents protect employees, but just as importantly, they protect employers from disputes, fines, and operational disruption. Many business owners only realise the importance...
Product-related injuries can give rise to compensation claims in the UAE, but liability depends on where the claim is brought, how defect and causation are proved, and whether UAE law or common law principles apply. Introduction Defective products cause injuries in many forms. Faulty electronics. Unsafe machinery. Defective vehicles or parts. Medical devices that malfunction....
Introduction The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Indonesia signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement on July 1, 2022, marking a significant milestone in the economic relationship between the two nations. The agreement officially entered into force on September 1, 2023, following the completion of all necessary legal requirements by both countries. This landmark trade...
The India–EU FTA could unlock massive trade potential, rebalance global supply chains, and deepen strategic cooperation between two of the world’s largest markets. India and the European Union (EU) are approaching a landmark free trade agreement that officials and commentators are already describing as the “mother of all deals.” With negotiations nearing completion after nearly two...
Running a business in the UAE today is very different from a decade ago. The country has aligned itself with global standards set by bodies such as the Financial Action Task Force and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, which means companies are expected to be more transparent, better governed, and properly documented. For many business owners, compliance still...
The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Turkey signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on March 3, 2023, marking a significant milestone in their bilateral economic relations. The agreement officially entered into force on September 1, 2023, following ratification by both countries in accordance with their internal legal procedures. This CEPA represents...
Introduction and Background The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between India and the Republic of Korea is a bilateral trade and investment agreement that marks an important phase in the economic relations between the two countries. The agreement was signed on 7 August 2009 in Seoul and came into force on 1 January 2010. Its entry into force followed more than...
Starting and running a business in the UAE is not just about getting a trade licence and opening a bank account. Behind every legally sound and well-run company lies a set of foundational corporate documents that define how the business is born, how it operates, and how decisions are made. For many entrepreneurs and business owners, these documents...
Introduction The United Arab Emirates launched its Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement program in September 2021 as part of the Projects of the 50 initiative. This strategic program aims to strengthen the UAE’s position as a global trade and logistics hub while driving economic diversification away from oil dependence. The UAE targets reaching 4 trillion dirhams in non-oil foreign...
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