GLA & Company successfully kicked off its 2024 webinar series with an insightful discussion on “Merger Control in the GCC – Practical Considerations.” This one-hour virtual event marked the beginning of a dynamic year for GLA & Co in facilitating knowledge-sharing and fostering meaningful conversations within the legal community.

With an impressive turnout of over 300 individuals registering for the event, the webinar provided a comprehensive exploration of navigating merger control filings in the GCC region. Notable participants included esteemed regulatory authorities from the Saudi Arabia General Authority for Competition (GAC) and the Kuwait Competition Protection Agency (CPA). Our esteemed panel of experts delved into essential topics, covering the intricacies of competition laws, filing procedures, and practical insights crucial for seamless merger control submissions.

The webinar was expertly moderated by Alex Saleh, GLA & Co’s Managing Partner, and Head of Anti-Trust and Competition, Asad Ahmad. The distinguished panel of speakers included Talal Alhogail, Mergers and Acquisitions Unit Head at the Saudi General Authority for Competition, and Shahad Al Saqabi, Head of M&A Department at the Kuwait Competition Protection Agency. GLA & Co was further represented by Associates Khaled Al Makhazeem and Hussain Ali Bu Naijmah, contributing to the depth and diversity of perspectives shared during the session.

Managing Partner, Alex Saleh, mentioned “We are truly gratified by the overwhelming success of our inaugural webinar for 2024, ‘Merger Control in the GCC – Practical Considerations.’ The huge turnout, including esteemed regulatory authorities and industry professionals, underscores the significance of the topics discussed.”

The engagement and insights shared by our distinguished panel, featuring experts from the Saudi Arabia General Authority for Competition and the Kuwait Competition Protection Agency, enriched the discourse on navigating the complexities of merger control filings in the GCC region. It was a privilege for us to host such a dynamic discussion.”

As we navigate the complex landscape of merger control in the GCC, GLA & Co remains committed to fostering dialogue, sharing expertise, and contributing to the growth and knowledge development of our legal community. We extend our gratitude to all participants and look forward to an enriching series of webinars in the coming months.

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