Anticipating COP 28, Abu Dhabi Finance Week witnessed the launch of the groundbreaking report “Accelerating Renewable Energy Investment in West Africa” by Masdar and PwC Middle East. Highlighting the region’s untapped renewable energy capacity of 2,000
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Norton Rose Fulbright Facilitates Paxos’ FSRA Approval Milestone
The Dubai office of Norton Rose Fulbright has played a pivotal role in advising Paxos on securing In Principle Approvals (IPAs) from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) for operating regulated entities within the Abu
Linklaters, the prominent global law firm, has unveiled the latest iteration of its GenAI chatbot, now christened “Laila.” The upgraded version comes on the heels of the initial launch in March 2023, which witnessed remarkable adoption
Dentons, the global law firm, strengthens its Corporate practice in the Middle East with the relocation of Hamish Walton (pictured), a Melbourne-based partner with over 30 years of experience. With an impressive career spanning over
In a strategic move to bolster its global presence and drive aggressive growth, Addleshaw Goddard (AG) has elected Andrew Johnston as its Managing Partner. The uncontested election marks a historic moment as Johnston, based in
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Yassir Zarhouni-Led ZARHOUNI LAW FIRM Orchestrates Strategic Shipping Sector Engagements
Casablanca-based legal powerhouse, ZARHOUNI LAW FIRM, led by esteemed attorney Yassir Zarhouni, continues to make waves in the legal landscape, showcasing expertise in facilitating strategic acquisitions and advising global entities on pivotal investments in Morocco.
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COP 28 Insight: Exploring Legal Landscapes in Renewable Energy
With Suzan Taha In the fast-evolving landscape of corporate sustainability and environmental responsibility, legal professionals play a pivotal role in shaping strategies that align with global initiatives such as COP 28. In this exclusive interview, LegalcommunityMENA
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Clifford Chance on Mitsui’s Strategic Investment in Wadi Poultry
Clifford Chance provided legal counsel to Mitsui & Co. (Mitsui) in its investment in Wadi Poultry and associated subsidiaries (Wadi) through a holding company established in the Dubai International Financial Centre in the UAE. This
Allen & Overy (A&O) provided counsel to CFG Bank (CFG) as the issuer embarked on its initial public offering (IPO) on the Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE). CFG anticipates raising approximately MAD600 million through
With Suzan Taha Abu Dhabi emerged as the focal point for The Inclusion Summit 2023, positioning itself as the hub for diversity and inclusion discussions during the MENA region’s largest cross-industry event. Organized by the
