Insight Category: News
The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) recently introduced the Data Protection (Substantial Public Interest Conditions) Rules (the “Rules”) to clarify the conditions under which organizations may process special categories of personal data, such as health, biometric, or genetic information, without consent, provided it serves a substantial public interest. The Rules focus on two key… Continue reading ADGM’s New Data Protection Rules: Balancing Privacy and Public Interest...
Following the guidance of HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Real Estate General Authority (“REGA”) has announced a new package of measures designed to help curb rent inflation and enhance protections for both landlords and tenants in Riyadh. These positive changes, approved by the Council of Ministers and a Royal Decree, which took… Continue reading Riyadh Introduces a Five-Year Rent-Stabilization Plan to Support a Balanced and Fair Rental Market...
BSA LAW recently secured rulings from both the Dubai Court of First Instance and the Court of Appeal dismissing claims against our client based on the existence of an arbitration clause. We note that the courts upheld our procedural objection raised under Article 8 of Federal Law No. 6 of 2018 on Arbitration, before any… Continue reading Consequences of Misidentifying the Arbitration Seat on the Validity of Arbitration Clauses...
A patient sitting in a waiting room hands over an Emirates ID and a file of medical history. It feels routine, but in that moment they are trusting the hospital with something more valuable than money. They are trusting it with their dignity. Across the world, hospitals have been forced to cancel operations, clinics… Continue reading What Happens When Patient Privacy Becomes a Bargaining Chip...
The Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”) is quickly becoming one of the most attractive jurisdictions in the United Arab Emirates for establishing Special Purpose Vehicles (“SPVs”). These entities are widely used as holding companies because they provide a cost-effective, flexible, and legally robust option for structuring businesses, as the ADGM is an English Law… Continue reading Asset Holding & Investment Structuring with ADGM SPVs...
Introduction As the UAE continues to position itself as a global hub for investment and innovation, merger control has emerged as a key legal checkpoint for businesses seeking to grow through acquisitions or consolidation. In 2025, the legal landscape in the UAE surrounding M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) is becoming more sophisticated, reflecting global best practices… Continue reading Merger Control in the UAE: A Legal and Strategic Outlook for 2025...
Introduction: The UAE as a Strategic GatewayThe United Arab Emirates (UAE) is uniquely positioned as a global commercial hub, bridging Asia, Africa and Europe. For Chinese investors, the UAE offers a compelling platform for international expansion, thanks to its pro-business regulatory environment, advanced infrastructure and access to the broader Middle East and North Africa (MENA)… Continue reading Navigating UAE Business Structures: An In-Depth Guide for Chinese Investors...
Introduction It is customary in financing transactions for financiers to require the delivery of a legal opinion prior to the advance of a financing. The delivery of the opinion is generally structured as a condition precedent under the finance documents. Opinions serve an important role in assuring financiers as to the legal effect of the… Continue reading Legal Opinions in UAE Financing Transactions: Key Considerations...
The UAE has long positioned itself as a global hub for innovation, and its judicial system is no exception. With the adoption of digital platforms, smart courts, and electronic filing systems, the litigation landscape in Dubai and across the Emirates is on the brink of transformation. While many of these innovations are already visible, the… Continue reading How AI and Technology Are Transforming UAE Litigation...
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (“MoHRE”) has introduced the New Employers’ Awareness Kit (the “Kit”) to provide employers in the United Arab Emirates with a comprehensive and practical guide to the statutory requirements governing private-sector employment. The Kit serves as an authoritative compliance resource, detailing the principal legal obligations, procedures, and regulatory… Continue reading Understanding the New Employers’ Awareness Kit: A Practical Guide for UAE Businesses...