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Oman Postpones Iran-Gulf Talks on Future of Strait of Hormuz
On September 14, 2026, Oman postponed a meeting with Iran and Gulf countries on the management of the blocked Strait of Hormuz to build consensus as the Houthis reported around…
UAE Cabinet Resolution to Create Multiple Long Weekends for Residents in 2026
Cabinet Resolution No. 27 of 2024 is expected to provide UAE residents with up to eight additional days off in the remainder of 2026 by transferring certain public holidays to…
Kuwait Justice Minister Charts Judiciary Path to Full Kuwaitization by 2030
On September 13 2026 Kuwait's justice minister announced that the judiciary stands at 87 percent Kuwaitization and is set to reach 92 percent by 2027 before attaining full national staffing…
UAE Experts Detail Red Flags in Fake Job Offers to Mitigate Legal Risks
On September 5 2026 legal and recruitment experts cautioned UAE job seekers against offers that involve personal bank transfers or advance payments warning that such schemes can trigger anti-money laundering…
Linklaters Digital Assets Head Sebastian Dey Joins Baker McKenzie Senior Counsel Ranks
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Christoph Jerger Joins Baker McKenzie Munich Office From Kirkland & Ellis
Baker McKenzie announced on September 1, 2026, that Dr. Christoph Jerger joined…
UAE Law Firms Shift AI from Testing to Core Operations for Contract and Compliance Work
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GCR Data Places Baker McKenzie at Top of Antitrust Lateral Hiring Over Past Decade
A Global Competition Review analysis published on August 14, 2026, found that…
DocMorris Finalises CHF 96.8 Million Convertible Bond Placement Due 2031
DocMorris AG on September 11, 2026, set the final terms for its CHF 96.8 million senior unsecured convertible bonds due 2031 at a conversion price of CHF 13.83 while arranging…
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UAE Government Implements Enhanced Mosquito Control Nationwide Following Recent Rainfall Events
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UAE Ministry Warns Drivers of Dh2,000 Fines for Entering Flood Valleys
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