ME-ALLIANCE LEGAL UPDATE Federal Decree-Law No. (23) of 2024 Concerning Social Support and EmpowermentThe United Arab Emirates aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families with limited incomes through social support. This initiative seeks to empower individuals to lead dignified lives and achieve social and financial independence,

ME-ALLIANCE LEGAL UPDATE Federal Decree-Law No. (14) of 2024 Regarding the Regulation of Traffic Rules   The UAE prioritizes enforcing laws that ensure the safety of drivers and road users  and reduce accidents and promote safe driving by rigorously applying and updating traffic regulations.   Federal Decree-Law No. (14) of

ME-ALLIANCE LEGAL UPDATE Cabinet Decision No. (95) Of 2024 Regarding the Regulation of Blue Visa  The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is committed to achieving environmental sustainability through a range of initiatives, including the “Blue Residency” program, which aims to attract individuals and investors dedicated to environmental preservation. This initiative reflects

ME-ALLIANCE LEGAL UPDATE Decision of the Head of the Judiciary Department No. (21) of 2024 regarding foreign lawyers accepted before the Civil Family Court  In April 16, 2024, the President of the Judiciary Department issued Decision No. (21) of 2024 regarding foreign lawyers accepted before the Civil Family Court. This

ME-ALLIANCE LEGAL UPDATE Circular No. (2) of 2024 Regarding the Public Policy Guide in the Emirate of Abu DhabiThe Abu Dhabi Executive Office recently issued Circular No. (2) of 2024 regarding the General Policy Guide in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The preface of this circular states the following:  

ME-ALLIANCE LEGAL UPDATE Circular Number 16 of 2024 regarding the compliance requirements for economic establishments in Abu Dhabi when contracting with social media influencers. The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has issued Circular Number 16/2024 on June 19, 2024, addressing the compliance requirements for licensed economic establishments in

ME-ALLIANCE LEGAL UPDATE Cabinet Resolution No. (54) of 2024 – Executive Regulations for Federal Decree Law No. (24) of 2022   The Council of Ministers has issued Resolution No. (54) of 2024, implementing the executive regulations of Federal Decree Law No. (24) of 2022. This law governs the proportional relationship

Federal Decree-Law No. 16 of 2021 on Factoring and Transfer of Receivables  In August 2021, the UAE government enacted the Federal Decree-Law No. 16 on Factoring and Transfer of Receivables (hereinafter the “Law“, which came into effect ninety (90) days after its publication. This Law provides a comprehensive legal framework for the

The Dark Sky Policy Department of Municipalities and Transport – Abu Dhabi, UAE    DMT has recently issued the “Dark Sky Policy” which aims to elevate the quality of life in the emirate by upholding the highest standards and prioritizing the health and safety of residents. It establishes sustainable guidelines

The UAE Central Bank: banks & finance companies may defer personal and car loans installments for six months to overcome the repercussions of the weather condition    The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has issued guidance to banks and insurance companies regarding the postponement of loans and insurance

Federal Law No. (5) of 2024 amending some Provisions of Federal Decree Law No. (34) of 2021 Regarding Combating Rumors and Electronic Crimes   After reviewing the Constitution, Federal Law No. (1) of 1972, and Federal Decree Law No. (34) of 2021 regarding combating rumors and electronic crimes.  The following law was

The Establishment of the Ministry of Investment by Federal Decree-Law No. (37) of 2023 on the Establishment of the Ministry of Investment and Amendment of the Jurisdictions of Some Ministries   Recently, on September 28, 2023, Federal Decree-Law No. (37) of 2023 was issued to establish a new ministry and

Judicial Principle in Abu Dhabi Distinguishes Between Rental and Investment Contracts On October 30, 2023, Ad,The General Authority of the Court of Cassation in Abu Dhabi recently established a judicial principle regarding the distinction between rental contracts, disputes of which are subject to rental dispute resolution committees, and investment contracts, disputes

The decision of the Director General of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority, No. (62) of 2023, regarding the determination of plant and animal activities for conducting economic activities on farms On December 23, 2023, the Director General of the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority issued Decision

The Federal Decree-Law No. (49) of 2022 Regarding the Human Resources Law in the Federal Government. Federal Decree Law No. (49) of 2022 was issued regarding human resources in the federal government, and it came into force on January 2, 2023. This law responds to the significant transformations that the labor

Federal Law Decree No. (51) of 2023 concerning Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy   On October 31, 2023, the UAE Federal Gazette published Federal Law Decree No. (51) of 2023, which pertains to Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy (referred to as the “New Law”). This legislation, known as the Financial Reorganization and Bankruptcy

Federal Decree by Law No. (14) of 2023 Concerning the Modern Technology-Based Trade The Federal Decree by Law No. (14) of 2023 Concerning Modern Technology-Based Trade establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework aimed at governing and advancing the realm of digital commerce within the State. Encompassing various facets of modern trade facilitated

 Cabinet Resolution No. 132 of 2023 Regarding the administrative penalties resulting from violators of the provisions of Council of Ministers Resolution No. 109 of 2023 regarding regulating the procedures of the actual beneficiary.  In response to evolving regulatory demands, this decision has been crafted to govern legal entities operating within our

Federal Decree-Law No. (49) of 2022 regarding human resources in the federal government specifying the types of employment in federal entities and indicates remote work, and the Cabinet issued Resolution No. 27 of 2020 regarding the remote work system in the federal government. Governments worldwide have taken significant steps to promote

Administrative penalties and the cancellation of the legal impact arising from them, in accordance with Federal Law No. 49 of 2022 Concerning Human Resources in The Federal Government. While carrying out assigned tasks, an employee may engage in actions that could be deemed violations of the law or contraventions of policies

The Executive Council of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi issued some decisions regarding the conversion of certain lands into investment zones.Executive Council Decision No. (107) of 2023Regarding Investment Zone Thirty-Two in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi Whereas Executive Council Decision No. (107) of 2023 has been promulgated concerning the Thirty-Two Investment