14th ICC MENA Conference on International Arbitration in Dubai
On 27 January 2026, Dubai welcomed 250 dispute resolution professionals from 30 countries for the 14th ICC MENA Conference on International Arbitration. Widely regarded as a flagship event for the region, the conference once again highlighted the growing relevance of ICC arbitration in Dubai as a preferred mechanism for resolving complex cross-border disputes. The gathering […]
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How to Write a Valid Arbitration Clause in the UAE
Contracts are meant to reduce uncertainty, but disputes can still arise, even in well-drafted agreements. That is where an arbitration clause plays an essential role. In the UAE, arbitration has become one of the most preferred methods of dispute resolution for commercial, construction, and cross-border contracts. However, simply inserting an arbitration clause is not enough. […]
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What Happens If an Emirati Company Gets Added to the SDN List?
Being added to the OFAC Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List is one of the most serious sanctions-related consequences an Emirati company can face. Inclusion on the SDN list can immediately disrupt business operations, freeze assets within the US jurisdiction, sever international banking consequences, and expose the company and its counterparties to significant legal and regulatory […]
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Does OFAC Apply to UAE Companies Without U.S. Presence?
For many businesses operating in the UAE, U.S. sanctions compliance can feel like a distant concern, something relevant only to American companies or firms with offices in the United States. However, this assumption has proven costly for numerous organizations across the Middle East. In today’s interconnected financial system, the reach of the U.S. Treasury’s Office […]
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OFAC and UAE Joint Enforcement 2025: What Businesses Must Know
The global regulatory landscape is entering a new era of collaboration, and a few developments reflect this shift. One of these is the enhanced cooperation between the United States Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the United Arab Emirates. This shift affects companies across trade, finance, logistics, and services. Businesses now need clearer strategies […]
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How to Comply with OFAC’s 2025 Digital Asset Rules in UAE
If you are working with digital assets in the UAE, you have probably noticed that regulations never stay still for long. Just when things start to make sense, a new update arrives, and suddenly the rules feel slightly different again. That is especially true in 2025, as OFAC compliance in the UAE becomes more important […]
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