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UAE: Ministry Issues Decision Regulating Trade of Recycled Plastic Water Bottles

23/01/202323/01/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

Khaleej Times, 18 January 2023: UAE’s Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has issued a ministerial decision regulating the trade of recycled plastic water bottles in line with top public health and food safety standards.

The new decision, which was announced at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2023 allows the use of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) produced at MoIAT-approved recycling facilities that have obtained a certificate of conformity as per the UAE Regulation for Control on Food Contact Material.

The Under-Secretary of MoIAT has stated that the new decision aligns with the ministry’s strategic objectives to enhance quality infrastructure and the industrial sector’s contribution to the national economy. This is projected to reduce carbon emissions, enhance the national in-country value by 80 – 300 million Dh annually, and create jobs.

Representatives of the National Food Safety Committee, UAE’s Food and Beverage Manufacturers Group, food and recycling experts and researchers were consulted to ensure the containers were safe to use as water bottles.

The decision Recycling facilities must provide documents proving their adoption of an effective quality control system and good manufacturing practices for materials that come into contact with food.

These include a report from an accredited lab in the UAE testifying that the recycled product has passed a safety test and a report indicating the compliance of the bottled water with health and safety requirements.

They must also do migration tests for packaging materials in accordance with applicable technical regulations and obtain a risk assessment report for the quality and safety of the recycled raw materials intended for use when bottling drinking water.

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Qatar: Controls for Exempting Personal Items and Gifts from Customs Fees Explained

23/01/202323/01/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

Alsharq, 17 January 2023: Qatar’s General Authority of Customs has confirmed that personal items and used household appliances brought in by nationals and residents from abroad are exempted from customs fees, provided they adhere to several controls.

Personal items, gifts, and used household appliances must not be of a commercial nature. They must meet the controls and conditions set out in the executive regulations of the Customs Law.

The controls also stipulate that the exemption can be given when the nationals or residents are relocating to Qatar for the first time; the items must be brought in from the country of residence. The residents must prove they are coming to work or reside in the country for less than 365 days.

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Saudi Arabia: Commercial Franchise Law Amended

18/01/202318/01/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

Almadina, 14 January 2023: Saudi Arabia’s Trade Ministry has decided to amend Saudi Arabia Royal Decree No. M22/1441 on the Commercial Franchise Law to tackle the challenges investors face and encourage franchising.

According to the amendments, three requirements have been cancelled in Article 13. This includes eliminating the requirement for parties granting franchises to provide a financial status confirmation.

It is now the parties’ choice whether or not they give financial statements for the last two years to confirm that a party can pay debts once they mature.

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UAE: Small Companies to Remain Exempt from Emiratisation Targets

18/01/202318/01/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

According to the Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the UAE has no plans to make smaller companies follow Emiratisation targets.

As tens of thousands of Emiratis have been successfully placed in new private-sector jobs following the issue of Ministerial Decision No. 279/2022, which brought in new Emiratisation targets for the private sector. However, the Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation has said this policy would not be changed to include companies with fewer than 50 skilled employees.

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Oman: Regulations for Identifying Real Beneficiary Issued

18/01/202318/01/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

Atheer, 14 January 2023: Oman has issued Regulations for Identifying the Real Beneficiary in Oman Ministerial Decision No. 630/2022. The new aims to enhance the mechanisms of money laundering and counter terrorism financing in the country.

The Regulations also aim to enhance the national economy and support the business sector. As a result of the regulations, commercial companies are required to establish a record for real beneficiaries noting the details of the partners or shareholders who own a share of no less than 25% of the company shares. A real beneficiary is defined as the person who actually owns or has an actual influence on a commercial company directly or indirectly.

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UAE: Federal Decree-Law Establishes Media National Office

18/01/202318/01/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

Albayan, 17 January 2023: UAE’s President has issued Federal Decree No. 7/2020, Establishing the Media Office of the UAE Government.

The established office will have the administrative and financial independence necessary to achieve its objectives and competencies and report to the Presidency Bureau Minister. In addition, this office aims to develop the state’s media system to support the national interest and strengthen coordination and cooperation between the different media authorities in the state.

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DLA Piper Participates as a Sponsor at the LexisNexis Women in Law Awards 2023

18/01/202317/02/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

LexisNexis Middle East are pleased to announce that DLA Piper will participate as a Bronze Sponsor at the LexisNexis Women in Law Awards 2023 on 2 March 2023.

The Women in Law Awards aim to celebrate women’s accomplishments and innovation in the legal field in the Middle East region. The Awards also set out to recognise the organisations that promote women and gender equality in their teams.

We hope you will join us for this fantastic event on 2 March 2023! Visit the LexisNexis Women in Law Awards website to learn more about the event!

Kuwait: Government Boycotts Assembly Saying it was Prevented from Giving Views on Bills

16/01/202316/01/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

Kuwait Times, 11 January 2023: Kuwait’s National Assembly has been adjourned until 24 January 2023 after the government boycotted the 11 January 2023 session, saying it was not allowed to give its opinion on bills that have financial costs.

The boycott comes a day after ministers walked out of the Assembly chamber after calling on the Assembly to send several draft laws with substantial financial costs back to parliamentary committees so they can provide their constitutional and financial opinions.

This request was rejected by the Assembly, prompting the walkout. At least one minister must be present for Assembly sessions to be convened.

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Turkey: Court Rules in Favour of Armenian Foundations’ Property Rights

12/01/202312/01/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

Hurriyet, 9 January 2023: Turkey’s Constitutional Court has ruled that two Armenian foundations had their property rights violated by the refusal of the request to return their properties, which the Treasury had taken over.

The properties of Samandağ Vakıflı Village Orthodox Church and Yedikule Surp Pırgiç Armenian Hospital had been confiscated and transferred to the Treasury.

The Constitutional Court ruled that the confiscation of the foundations’ property violated the right of property guaranteed in the constitution and ordered a retrial.

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Jordan: Government Freezes Kerosene Tax for Winter

09/01/202309/01/2023
by Benjamin Filaferro

Jordan News Agency, 3 January 2023: Jordan’s cabinet has announced a freeze on the kerosene tax to help citizens, especially those on a low income, for the winter season.

The government also said it is committed to reducing the price of kerosene if global prices drop. A nationwide campaign has been launched by the Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission to monitor fuel stations’ commitment to selling kerosene at the declared price.

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