UAE Merger Control Goes Live: What Dealmakers Need to Know About the New Executive Regulations
What Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023 and Cabinet Decision No. 59 of 2026 mean for transactions with a UAE nexus. Introduction After nearly three years of uncertainty, the UAE’s merger control regime is now...
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Egypt Overhauls Competition Law: Key Amendments and What They Mean for Business
On 22 April 2026, the Egyptian House of Representatives gave final approval to amend Egypt’s competition law, marking the most significant transformation of the legislation in years and carrying far‑reaching implications for the private sector....
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Qatar’s new delivery platform rules: what every business must know
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued its first formal guideline governing food and goods delivery via digital platforms — reshaping obligations for apps, restaurants, and couriers alike. Qatar’s delivery sector has grown at...
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Qatar Introduces Tax Relief for Intra-Group Restructurings
Corporate groups operating in Qatar have long faced a structural friction when reorganizing their internal arrangements: asset and share transfers within a group could crystallize a capital gains tax liability, even where no economic gain...
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Kuwait Introduces Formal Confidentiality Protections for Competition Proceedings: Decision No. 33 of 2026
On 29 March 2026, the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Competition Protection Agency (the “CPA“) issued Decision No. 33 of 2026 (the “Decision“), establishing for the first time a formal framework governing the confidentiality...
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Force Majeure and Unforeseen Circumstances in Dubai Real Estate
Off-Plan and Secondary Market Contracts in Times of Geopolitical Disruption Periods of regional instability in early 2026 — including airspace restrictions, disruption to commercial shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, and broader geopolitical uncertainty...
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Kuwait Competition Authority Introduces New Fee Framework Under Decision No. (40) of 2026
Introduction: As part of ongoing efforts to enhance regulatory efficiency and transparency the “Competition Protection Agency” “CPA” has issued Decision No. (40) of 2026, establishing a comprehensive schedule of fees applicable to services provided by...
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Qatar enacts Global Minimum Tax legislation — key implications for MNE groups
Qatar has taken a significant step in adopting the OECD Pillar Two framework. We set out below what this means for multinational enterprise groups with a presence in Qatar, including through QFC-licensed entities. 15% –...
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Market Definition: The Key to UAE Merger Filings
Introduction The UAE’s competition regulatory landscape has undergone significant evolution following the issuance of Cabinet Resolution No. (3) of 2025 (the “Cabinet Resolution”), which establishes the critical thresholds determining when undertakings must submit an application...
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