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The regulatory and commercial landscape across the Middle East — including the UAE and Saudi Arabia — continues to evolve. Our Insights section provides commentary, analysis and updates designed for executives, HR leaders and investors navigating the region.
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The Importance of Community
They say you only truly know your strength when you are tested, but that is also when you find out your capacity for grace and kindness. In recent weeks the Middle East region has certainly been tested, and it has shown how strong it can be, but, perhaps more impactfully, its nations, governments and people
March 27, 2026
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KUWAIT – Minimum Salary Increase for Dependent Sponsorship
The Kuwaiti Ministry of the Interior (MOI) has announced that, effective 19 October 2016, it has increased the minimum monthly salary requirements for foreign nationals sponsoring spouses and dependents for family and visit visas. Minimum Salary Changes The minimum salary increases will apply as follows: Sponsorship New Salary Requirement Current Salary Requirement Residence KWD 450/month
Sheikh Mohammed issues law on free zones and special development zones in Dubai
In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, issued Law No. 15 of 2016 on the regulations issued by the authorities of free zones and special development zones in Dubai. The new Law is applicable to all free
Trump win may strengthen GCC property markets
The US election results may strengthen the appeal of home, or more local investments in GCC property markets, said Faisal Durrani, Partner – Head of Research, Cluttons. Durrani expects a positive short-term outlook for the region’s property markets, especially in Dubai, as uncertainty over Donald Trump’s election win dominates market sentiments. “This morning’s shock result is
November 10, 2016
Read more about Trump win may strengthen GCC property marketsGFH unit appoints builder for $150m Bahrain Harbour Row project
GFH Real Estate says it has hired AlMoayyed Contracting for mix-used waterfront development in Bahrain Financial Harbour. GFH Real Estate (GFHRE), the real estate arm of the GFH Financial Group, has announced the appointment of AlMoayyed Contracting as the main contractor of its Harbour Row project in Bahrain Financial Harbour. All contracting works, including foundations,
Qatar Airways inks new codeshare deal with Air Botswana
Doha carrier says agreement is part of a push into Africa with services to be launched in Namibia and Zambia by year-end. Qatar Airways has announced a new codeshare partnership with Air Botswana, offering its passengers enhanced access to three key destinations in the African country. The partnership with the national airline of Botswana, will
Oman’s SWF buys stake in Spanish manufacturer Escribano
State General Reserve Fund agrees to buy 32.2% stake; part of drive by Oman to use its assets to help diversify the economy beyond oil. Oman’s State General Reserve Fund (SGRF) agreed to buy 32.2 percent of Mecanizados Escribano, a family-owned Spanish company making precision mechanical components for the aerospace, defence and other sectors, the
UAE, Oman sign international land transport deal
Both nations are keen to further strengthen cooperation in fields that serve land transport of passengers and goods. The UAE and Oman signed a cooperation agreement on the international land transport of passengers and goods. The agreement is in line with the keenness of both nations to further strengthen cooperation in fields that serve land
October 28, 2016
Read more about UAE, Oman sign international land transport dealOMAN EXPAT REMITTANCES ‘WILL NOT BE TAXED’ – CENTRAL BANK
Central bank chief says it would violate international agreements and be an obstacle to foreign investment. Expat remittances will not be taxed, according to Hamood Bin Sanjoor Al Zadjali, chief of Central Bank of Oman (CBO). Al Zadjali told Al Shabiba newspaper on Tuesday that levying taxes on expatriates is subject to several considerations. “From the legal
An Intro to Passports and Visas for Your International Move
You won’t get far in an overseas move without the right travel documents and paperwork. This process must start well ahead of your departure date. A little planning and forethought to make sure you understand the requirements, complete all the forms and account for any government bureaucracy will help to ensure everything goes smoothly. Documentation requirements and procedures
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