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Saudi Arabia has become a key market for international technology companies, with more firms establishing a presence in the Kingdom as part of their regional growth. This is being driven by the country’s broader economic development under Vision 2030, including sustained investment in digital infrastructure and the expansion of technology-led sectors. With a population ofContinue reading "Setting up global tech companies in Saudi Arabia" Read more

Bahrain‘s stock of foreign direct investment (FDI) reached BD17.733 billion at the end of 2025, according to the Kingdom’s latest official statistics. The figure represents an 81% increase over the past decade, rising from BD9.797 billion in 2016 and marking the highest level of inward foreign investment recorded during the period. The scale of theContinue reading "Bahrain economy sees foreign direct investment rises 81% over the past decade " Read more

Over the past year, there has been a steady increase in financial services firms setting up in the UAE. Since the start of the year, the sector has accounted for close to one in five new client inquiries, a level of activity that is now difficult to ignore in day-to-day advisory work. Companies are notContinue reading "How financial services companies are booming in the UAE " Read more

Corporate transparency has become one of the defining themes of business regulation over the past decade. As governments and financial institutions place greater emphasis on verifying company information, keeping corporate records accurate and up to date has become an increasingly important part of running a business.   What does a corporate secretary do for companyContinue reading "What company secretarial services do to help businesses stay on top of their obligations" Read more

A Commercial Registration and a Commercial Licence are among the first approvals a business will encounter when establishing in Qatar. Because they are often issued as part of the same establishment process, they are frequently treated as though they perform the same function. In practice, each serves a different legal purpose. Commercial Registration (CR) QatarContinue reading "Understanding the difference between Commercial Registration and Commercial Licence in Qatar" Read more

The latest Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) news has reported another period of strong growth, with assets under management increasing by 57% in the first quarter of 2026 and the total number of active licences exceeding 13,000 for the first time. Those figures reinforce Abu Dhabi’s growing appeal to international investors, but the announcements thatContinue reading "The latest ADGM news and what these developments says about its evolution" Read more

Setting up a foundation in the UAE allows families to separate ownership from personal assets while creating a long-term framework for succession, governance and wealth preservation. DIFC and ADGM Foundations provide internationally recognised legal structures that can hold assets, support family offices and simplify cross-border wealth planning. Read more

The UAE has become one of the region’s leading locations for investment funds, asset managers and investment platforms. Much of this activity is concentrated within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), which have developed dedicated regulatory frameworks designed specifically for financial services businesses and investment structures. For fund sponsors,Continue reading "Fund structuring and fund setup in DIFC and ADGM" Read more

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has launched a significant consultation on proposed amendments to its DIFC Prescribed Company Regulation in 2026, signalling one of the most meaningful shifts in the Centre’s structuring landscape since the regime’s introduction in 2019. These changes make DIFC more accessible, improve global competitiveness for holding structures and asset ownership.Continue reading "DIFC Proposes Changes to Prescribed Company Regulations" Read more

Dubai South Free Zone is becoming one of the UAE's fastest-growing business hubs, driven by the expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport and major infrastructure investment. For companies involved in logistics, aviation, trading and regional distribution, it offers a strategic location, modern facilities and long-term growth potential. Read more