Abu Dhabi took center by hosting The Inclusion Summit 2023, positioning itself as the epicenter for diversity and inclusion discussions during the largest cross-industry event in the MENA region. Organized by DEI impact company, Aurora50, the two-day summit on November 9-10, 2023, shines a spotlight on crucial issues within the region’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion […]
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Saudi Arabia
Services
United Arab Emirates
Beeah Group Launch Joint Venture for Waste Solutions in Medina
Guided by Group Chief Legal Officer Shaun Johnson (pictured), Beeah Group, a trailblazer in sustainability and digitalization, has established a joint venture with the Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC), a wholly owned subsidiary of the
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TMT
United Arab Emirates
Al Tamimi & Co. and Harvey Transforming MENA Legal Landscape
In a strategic move set to revolutionize the legal landscape in the Middle East and North Africa, Al Tamimi & Company, the region’s premier law firm, has joined forces with Harvey, a leading provider
Clifford Chance has acted as issuer’s counsel to SAL Logistics Services Co. on its SAR 2.544 billion (approx. US$678.4 million) landmark IPO with an implied market capitalization at listing of SAR 8.84 billion (approx. US$ 2.261 billion),
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Egypt
Energy & Trading
Real Estate, Construction & Infrastructure
Sodic and EME Collaborate on VYE Solar Project in Cairo
Sodic, an Egypt-based real estate developer, has joined forces with Electro-Mechanical for Energy (EME) solar company, to initiate the installation of 400 rooftop solar panels at VYE, Sodic’s mixed-use development in West Cairo. Overseeing
International law firm, Trowers & Hamlins is reaffirming its commitment to Oman and the regional market through strategic internal relocations and a new addition to its Corporate practice. Leading this initiative is Partner Benjamin O’
Egypt
Real Estate, Construction & Infrastructure
Egyptian Cabinet Tightens Rules for Foreign Real Estate Ownership
The Egyptian Cabinet has finalized drafting an amendment to law no.230/1996 regulating the ownership of real estate and lands by foreigners. The amendment will require foreigners to transfer the payment for real estate purchases to
The legal landscape in Africa is witnessing profound transformations, with international and regional law firms at the forefront of this evolution. In this comprehensive analysis, we delve into the remarkable growth trends, prevalent challenges,
Sherina Petit, an accomplished legal professional with extensive expertise in international arbitration, has taken the helm of Stewarts’ International Arbitration team. In her new role, she is set to spearhead the development of a specialized
Sultan Almasoud, Head of Shearman & Sterling‘s Riyadh office in association with The Law Firm of Dr. Sultan Almasoud, has been appointed to Saudi Arabia’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) advisory committee. Almasoud’s
