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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

Saudi Arabia is introducing a formal exemption framework to its Regional Headquarters (RHQ) requirement, allowing foreign companies without an RHQ to bid for government contracts under defined conditions. While the core policy remains, this update creates a structured pathway for participation where technical or commercial factors justify it. Read more

Arla Foods recently announced an investment of over USD 60 million to expand its dairy production facility Bahrain at the Bahrain International Investment Park (BIIP). The Bahrain facility, located within the Bahrain International Investment Park, is already the company’s largest production site outside Europe, and the expansion is designed to significantly increase production capacity, output,Continue reading "Establishing a Dairy Production Facility in Bahrain: Key Considerations" Read more

Legal Requirements, Deadlines & Practical Compliance Guidance The United Arab Emirates is moving towards mandatory electronic invoicing as part of its broader tax transparency and digital transformation strategy. This initiative is led by the Ministry of Finance in coordination with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). The reform will significantly change how businesses issue, exchange, reportContinue reading "Electronic Invoicing in the UAE" Read more

The United Arab Emirates has emerged as one of the most sophisticated jurisdictions globally for real estate investment and private wealth structuring. Beyond its well-known commercial appeal, the UAE offers a mature legal framework in DIFC and ADGM, that enables investors to structure property ownership through corporate and non-corporate vehicles designed to address asset protection, governance, succession planning, and cross-border considerations. This article examines the legal and structural advantages of holding and structural advantages of holding UAE real estate through holding companies, special purpose vehicles, and foundations, with particular focus on their role within private wealth and estate planning frameworks. Read more

Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) and holding companies are commonly used corporate structures for ownership, investment, and risk management. While they appear similar at a high level, both are often used to hold assets or shares while their legal scope, regulatory requirements, and practical applications differ quite significantly. Read more

Bahrain’s Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) has announced a major update to its Golden Residency Programme, reducing the minimum real estate investment requirement from BHD 200,000 to BHD 130,000. The change is designed to open the door to a wider pool of foreign investors while stimulating demand in the Kingdom’s premium property market. Read more

The UK’s Autumn Budget delivers major tax increases through frozen thresholds and higher charges on property, investment income and wealth structures. As our Sovereign Group analysis highlights, these measures make the UK less competitive for entrepreneurs, investors and internationally mobile families. We expect this will further accelerate the shift toward the Middle East, where the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia continue to offer far more attractive, low-tax environments. Read more