Tanya Jain, Author at LexisNexis Middle East

UAE: New Air Travel Protocols

17/05/202417/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

Khaleej Times, 14 May 2024: The UAE aviation authority has introduced a new protocol to combat the spread of communicable diseases during air travel.

This protocol aims to facilitate swift reporting by operators’ stations and promote collaboration with local health authorities.

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Saudi Arabia: HR Ministry To Start Wage Protection Service

17/05/202417/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

The Human Resources Ministry and Social Development has announced its decision to implement a Wage Protection Service related to salaries of domestic workers through the Musaned platform.

In the first phase, the Wage Protection Service will be implemented for domestic workers arriving under new contracts, starting from 1 July 2024.

Existing house workers will gradually transition into the system in stages, based on the number of domestic workers each employer has.

By 1 January 2026, all categories of domestic workers will be covered by this service.

This service continues the ministry’s initiatives to develop the domestic workers sector and safeguard the rights of both workers and employers.

It aims to ensure salary payment transparency and facilitate it through digital wallets and approved banks via the ministry’s Musaned platform.

Enhancing the security and reliability of wage transfers preserves the rights of all parties involved in the contracts.

The new service will be implemented for employers with more than four domestic workers starting from 1 January 2025.

For employers with three or more workers, it will begin on 1 July 2025, while those with two or more workers will have it on 1 October 2025.

The service has been available on the Musaned platform since 1 April 2022, receiving positive feedback and interaction from customers and contractual parties.

The service of paying domestic workers’ salaries through specific official channels offers several benefits for the employer.

It improves the verification of salaries, simplifies procedures related to the worker’s termination or travel, and provides protection for both the employer and the worker in case of disputes.

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Qatar: Guide for Landlords and Tenants Rights Being Prepared

17/05/202417/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

Al Sharq, 13 May 2024: The Head of the Office of the Rental Dispute Resolution Committees at the Municipality Ministry has announced the implementation of several proposals to meet the needs of the public and the rental committees.

The committee has stated that it is developing new financial services, soon to be announced, and is collaborating with the Ministry’s unified call centre to roll out an inquiry service.

The committee is also in the process of introducing new financial services, which will be announced shortly, along with the launch of an inquiry service in collaboration with the Ministry’s unified call centre.

The move from the previous system to the Courts System and the gradual shift from paper-based to electronic transactions as part of digital transformation have facilitated swift adjudication of applications.

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Oman: Draft Media Law Discussed With Information Ministry

17/05/202417/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

The State Council, in collaboration with the Information Ministry, has discussed the draft version of the new media law.

The draft media law aims to include updates and recent developments since the last issuance of media regulations.

It is designed to serve as comprehensive legislation governing the media sector in Oman.

Discussions have also included, the potential impact of the draft law on the media industry, its role in improving Oman’s international ranking in terms of freedom of expression, and the regulation of procedures for licensing media-related activities.

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Dubai: Remote Litigation System Implemented

17/05/202417/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

Emaratalyoum, 10 May 2024: The Public Prosecution in Dubai has partnered with E&Enterprise to implement a digital system for remote investigation and litigation.

The system will be overseen by the Public Prosecution through a central operations room, and integrated with key partners including the Dubai Courts, Dubai Police, and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs.

Under the agreement, the parties aim to implement a centralised system for remote investigation and litigation.

This platform will offer stakeholders a unified judicial solution which can be accessed remotely for dispute resolution. purposes

Some key features will include central storage and archiving, scheduling of remote interviews, and reserving rooms at various locations such as police stations, courts, and investigation rooms by the Public Prosecution.

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Bahrain: Proposal on Establishing Union of Beneficiaries of Housing Apartments Ministry

17/05/202417/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

Al Watan, 13 May 2024: A Bahraini MP has proposed a law to establish a union for beneficiaries of Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning apartments.

This union would organise services and shared spaces within these housing complexes.

The aim is to ensure effective management and maintenance of the building and its common areas by all beneficiaries.

Establishing the Union of Beneficiaries of Ministry of Housing apartments would facilitate regular maintenance and address any malfunctions. For the full story, click here.

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Abu Dhabi: Air Quality Law Issued

17/05/202417/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

Aletihad, 10 May 2024: The Abu Dhabi Decision No. 2/2024 on the air quality system in there has been issued.

The law aims to preserve the environment, enhance ambient air quality, minimize air pollutants from fixed and mobile sources, and regulate noise levels.

This law will apply to all projects and companies operating in the country which will require an environmental license from the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi to safeguard air quality.

The Authority will develop executive decisions, practice manuals, and guidelines to implement these provisions, and issue them as supplementary documents.

It will also monitor and assess air quality through environmental monitoring , and ensure air pollutants remain within approved maximum limits.

In addition, the Authority will supervise environmental monitoring across the country, and with relevant authorities to identify monitoring locations and necessary ambient air pollutant measurements. for the full story, click here.

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UAE: New Regulations for Food Establishments

10/05/202410/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

Emaratalyoum, 7 May 2024: The Climate Change and Environment Ministry intends to launch regulations on food and facilities within the country, early next year in 2025.

The Ministry has confirmed its collaboration with the National Food Safety Committee to explore the issue of new legislation in this area.

It aims to unify and strengthen control over food products and regulate their circulation in the country, as well as to support emerging food industries.

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Saudi Arabia: Draft Regulations on Road Work Permits

10/05/202410/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

Okaz, 2 May 2024: The General Authority for Roads has drawn up a draft regulation on road permits, to clarify the requirements and procedures for obtaining permits to conduct roadworks.

According to the regulations, the permit holder must collaborate with relevant authorities on the planned work.

They must also submit a plan outlining temporary safety measures for road users during the work and, if necessary, a plan for permanent safety measures.

The draft has also outlined the application submission process for obtaining permits.

Those intending to conduct road works must submit an application to obtain the necessary permit via the platform.

The Authority must review the permit application within 10 working days to ensure completeness and verify that all necessary requirements have been met.

This period can be extended for similar length depending on the nature of the permit and the planned work.

The permit may also be extended for a specific period if there is a request from the applicant 60 days before the expiry of the term.

Those granted permits will be subject to oversight, follow-up, and evaluation by the Authority.

The Authority, or its appointed representatives, will have the right to ensure compliance with permit requirements, as well as on the application of approved specifications and standards.

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Qatar: Media Content Regulation Discussed

10/05/202410/05/2024
by Tanya Jain

Raya, 2 May 2024: The Cultural Affairs and Media Committee of the Shura Council has discussed the codification of media content creation and distribution on digital platforms.

Several members raised the topic for general discussion, which have prompted the committee to decide on further study at the next meeting.

The committee also continued its deliberation on a draft law for higher education institutions and agreed to submit its report on it to the Council. For the full story, click here.

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