Other Briefings
Qatar Opens Industrial Design and Model Filings: What Foreign Businesses Should Know
Qatar has opened industrial design and model filings under new regulations, strengthening IP protection, aligning with GCC standards, and creating new opportunities for foreign businesses in design, technology, and creative industries.
DIFC and JAFZA Partnership: How Dubai’s Dual-Zone Model Is Transforming Trade, Finance, and Investment in the UAE
Dubai’s DIFC–JAFZA dual-zone model seamlessly connects the UAE’s leading financial and legal hub with its premier trade and logistics zone.
Saudi Arabia’s Draft Regulation for Registration of Telecommunication Space Stations
Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) has issued the second draft of the Regulation for Registration of Telecommunication Space Stations for public consultation, aiming to establish a transparent framework for managing space-based communications.
Qatar’s New Dual-Tranche US$ Bond and Sukuk Issuance
We analyze Qatar’s new dual-tranche US$ bond and sukuk issuance. We explore its structure, pricing, and impact on the GCC debt market.
Investing in Qatar’s Healthcare Sector: Growth Outlook and Strategic Opportunities
Qatar’s healthcare sector is entering a rapid growth phase, driven by government investment, digital transformation, and biotech expansion.
UAE to Roll Out Tiered Sugar Tax on Drinks from January 1, 2026: What Changes and Who’s Affected
The UAE sugar tax overhaul, set for 2026, replaces the flat 50 percent levy with a tiered, sugar-based system applied per litre. The reform aims to encourage healthier consumption, drive product reformulation, and align excise compliance across the beverage value chain.
MENA Tourism and Hospitality Industry 2025: Regional Growth, Investment Hotspots, and Market Outlook
The MENA tourism and hospitality industry in 2025 is experiencing record growth, driven by mega-projects, policy reforms, and post-pandemic recovery.
Navigating IP Protection for Software and Innovation in Egypt
In Egypt, with growing tech ecosystem and increased emphasis on digital transformation, local and international businesses alike benefit from a structured IP strategy aligned with national legal requirements.
UAE Overhauls Trademark System: Lower Fees, Faster IP Protection Services
In October 2025, the UAE has introduced trademark reforms with reduced fees, new services, and expedited procedures to enhance accessibility and strengthen IP protection.
Saudi Arabia Ends Kafala Sponsorship System: Implications for Business
Saudi Arabia announced the abolition of the kafala sponsorship system in June 2025, marking a historic shift to contract-based employment, granting migrant workers greater mobility and rights.
