AIQ, a pioneering technology company dedicated to advancing the transformation of the energy sector through artificial intelligence (AI), and BEEAH Group, a renowned leader in sustainability, have entered into a strategic collaboration aimed at propelling the United Arab Emirates’ sustainability agenda. This partnership aligns with the visionary goals of the UAE government and the objectives […]
Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy (“MBH”) acted as the legal counsel to National Paints Holdings (“NPH”) in connection with its mandatory tender offer (“MTO”) which resulted in NPH’s acquisition of approximately 81% of the total issued
Global law firm White & Case has provided advisory services to Alpha Bank, one of Greece’s systemic banks, on its recent agreement to dispose of a portfolio with a gross book value of approximately €240
Appointments
United Arab Emirates
Dentons Strengthens ME Energy, Transport, and Infrastructure Practice
Dentons, a global law firm, has further reinforced its Middle East Energy, Transport, and Infrastructure (ETI) practice with the addition of seasoned ETI lawyers. Kenny Paton, Edward Rose, and Khomotso Kekana have recently joined the
Capital Markets
Saudi Arabia
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Saudi Arabia: Launching of four new Dedicated Economic Zones
The Saudi Arabian government has recently announced the establishment of four new Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in various regions of the country. These zones aim to offer competitive incentives for businesses who invest in them,
Matouk Bassiouny & Hennawy (“MBH”) Arbitration Group has successfully secured a favorable CRCICA arbitral award for The Producers Films, an Egyptian market pioneer in the film & media production industry, against one of the top
Vodafone has announced that it has agreed to transfer its 55% shareholding in Vodafone Egypt to its sub-Saharan African subsidiary, Vodacom Group Limited, for cash and new ordinary shares in Vodacom. The transaction is valued at €2.72
From MENA to the WORLD The legal system of the Kingdom of Bahrain has a rich and complex history, reflecting the nation’s commitment to justice and progress. From its origins rooted in tribal laws
A cross-border team from Allen & Overy (A&O) has advised the bookrunners on a EUR955m and USD400m term loan B for TMF Group, which is owned by CVC and the Abu
In a world grappling with a “rocky recovery” from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region stands as a beacon of resilience and strength. The latest PwC Middle East Economy Watch report, titled “
