Abu Dhabi's Art Customs Duties Waiver Program Boosts Global Collector Access and Trade Dynamics

Industries Feb 20

Abu Dhabi’s new Art Customs Duty Waiver Program removes import duties on qualifying artworks under a regulated framework, strengthening the emirate’s appeal to global collectors and institutions.

Economy & Trade

Investing in Saudi Real Estate Under Vision 2030: Sectors, Cities, and Demand Drivers to Watch

Feb 19

Explore investing in Saudi real estate under Vision 2030. Learn about high-growth sectors, top cities, demand drivers, and opportunities for local and foreign investors.

Legal & Regulatory

The UAE’s New Civil Code Explained: Practical Changes for Businesses and Investors

Feb 18

The UAE’s New Civil Code, enacted under Federal Decree-Law No. 25 of 2025, modernizes the country’s civil and contractual framework, introducing clearer judicial methodology, stronger pre-contractual obligations, expanded liability rules, and updated property and corporate provisions.

Legal & Regulatory

Saudi Arabia's New Copyright Law Approved, Strengthens IP Protection

Feb 17

Saudi Arabia's new Copyright Law, approved in January 2026, modernizes IP protection, strengthen enforcement, clarify neighbouring rights, and introduce structured AI-related exceptions in line with international standards.

Ramadan 2026 in the UAE and Saudi Arabia: Compliance, Consumer Peaks, and Strategic Timing for Foreign Businesses

Human Resources & Payroll Feb 19
Chancellor Merz's Visit to ADNOC Deepens UAE–Germany Relations

Economy & Trade Feb 16
GCC, India Launch Free Trade Agreement Talks: Trade, Investment, and Sector Implications

Economy & Trade Feb 12
UAE's Commercial Companies Law Amendments: Corporate Structuring and M&A Implications

Legal & Regulatory Feb 11

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