Compliance

Economic ties between Asia and the Middle East have been deepening for several years, reflecting a broader Asia Middle East economic shift, but recently the change has become more noticeable. What was once largely a straightforward energy relationship is gradually evolving into something broader, with capital, businesses and institutions moving in both directions, shaping globalContinue reading "Strengthening ties between Asia and the Middle East" Read more

Dubai has introduced a new set of economic support measures aimed at strengthening business continuity, improving liquidity, and supporting sustainable growth across key sectors. These measures were announced by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. The initiative has been widely covered by regional media, including Gulf News, Arabian Business, and Khaleej Times, confirming thatContinue reading "Dubai’s Economic Support Measures Update: A Practical Perspective Support for UAE Businesses" Read more

Bahrain has approved the commercial rollout of Starlink satellite internet services, marking an important milestone in the Kingdom’s digital development. The approval allows nationwide deployment for businesses, government entities, and offshore operations. The licence, granted by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, moves the service from regulatory approval into practical use. Bahrain had already been the firstContinue reading "Bahrain approves Starlink launch and what it means for business" Read more

We’ve recently seen a few cases, particularly with General Managers in Saudi Arabia, where their Iqamas or exit/re-entry visas were either close to expiring or had already expired. In most situations, it wasn’t intentional but it slipped through the cracks. However, the consequences can be much bigger than expected. It may appear to be aContinue reading "Managing Iqama and Visa Validity in Saudi Arabia" Read more

Insurance demand in the UAE is rising as residents stay longer, build assets locally and shift financial planning onshore. Growth is being driven by property ownership, business expansion and retirement planning, leading to broader use of life, health and liability cover across individuals and companies. Read more

Saudi Arabia’s Qiwa platform now requires employers to submit supporting documents when registering employment contracts backdated by more than one month. This applies to GOSI validation and is intended to improve compliance, accuracy of employee records and alignment with labour regulations. Read more

The UAE has introduced an R&D tax credit of up to 50% on qualifying expenditure, directly reducing corporate tax liability for eligible businesses. Unlike deductions, this incentive provides a more immediate financial benefit and signals a shift towards supporting innovation, technology development and intellectual property creation. Read more

Dubai’s latest economic support measures introduce a three-month deferral on selected government fees to improve business liquidity and support continuity. While payments can be postponed, all compliance obligations remain unchanged, meaning businesses must continue meeting regulatory requirements while managing deferred costs. Read more

The GCC aluminium sector is facing disruption as shipping constraints through the Strait of Hormuz impact raw material flows and export routes. Producers are adjusting logistics, output and routing strategies to maintain supply, while global prices and delivery timelines react to tighter availability. Read more

Saudi Arabia now requires companies appointing General Managers from certain nationalities to meet a minimum capital threshold of over SAR 200,000 for visa approval. This applies to candidates from Turkey, Lebanon and Yemen who are not existing Iqama holders, with compliance required at the final approval stage. Read more