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Kuwait: Launches Digital Criminal Court Order System

10/10/202510/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Kuwait’s Ministry of Justice has announced the implementation of a new electronic criminal court order system following cabinet approval marking a significant shift towards digital justice administration in the country.

The new system enables courts to process minor criminal cases entirely electronically, from initial filing through to verdict delivery and notification. This digital transformation specifically targets misdemeanours and minor offences that typically result in fines, eliminating the need for traditional court hearings or witness testimony.

Under the new procedure, judges can issue rulings based solely on case documentation through a streamlined digital platform. The system aims to address the substantial backlog of paper files, estimated at millions of cases, many of which have been pending for years due to administrative challenges.

The legislation includes provisions for complete electronic documentation of criminal orders and establishes guidelines for handling specialised criminal cases, including regulations on data storage periods and determining relevant authorities for case notifications.

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Dubai: Launches New Support Package for Local Start-ups

10/10/202510/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf News, 1 October 2025: Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism has announced new incentives for Emirati-owned start-ups through a partnership between its SME division and Emirates Petroleum Company.

The scheme introduces several cost-reduction measures including: discounted registration and product fees, reduced rates for advertising services, lower rental costs for retail spaces and kiosks, new revenue-sharing arrangements and access to promotional platforms.

Under the agreement, eligible businesses will receive access to premium retail locations and marketing support across the petroleum company’s network. The programme includes co-branded marketing opportunities and preferential rates for payment and logistics services.

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Bahrain: Implements New SMS Anti-Fraud Measures

10/10/202510/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

The Daily Tribune, 6 October 2025: The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of Bahrain has introduced new guidelines to combat SMS fraud, developed in collaboration with the country’s mobile operators.

The regulations establish specific technical requirements for detecting fraudulent messages, blocking suspicious SMS traffic, implementing reporting mechanisms and ensuring compliance with data protection laws.

Under the new framework, mobile operators must follow prescribed procedures for identifying and preventing fraudulent messages from reaching consumers. The guidelines also outline protocols for public reporting of suspected scams.

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Ajman: Introduces Heavy Fines for Illegal Fuel Truck Parking

10/10/202510/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf News, 6 October 2025: Ajman authorities will begin enforcing new penalties from 7 October 2025 for fuel transport trucks parked outside designated areas, with fines ranging from AED5,000 to AED20,000.

The new regulation implements a three-tier penalty system: first offence: AED5,000 fine, second offence: AED10,000 fine and third offence: AED20,000 fine plus vehicle impoundment and potential public auction.

The Ajman Supreme Energy Committee will oversee enforcement and holds authority to suspend or cancel fuel trading permits for companies violating the rules.

Vehicles found in densely populated areas or positions deemed hazardous will face immediate removal at the owner’s expense.

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Abu Dhabi: Schools Required to Implement New Ethics Code

10/10/202510/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf News, 5 October 2025: Abu Dhabi’s education regulator has introduced mandatory ethical standards for all schools under its supervision, establishing specific behaviours that teaching staff must follow.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has outlined six core standards that schools must incorporate into their conduct codes, covering national identity, professional relationships, legal compliance, digital practices, community protection, and school safety.

Key requirements for educators include: fair treatment of all students and colleagues, prevention of discrimination in classrooms, mentoring of new teaching staff, obtaining proper permits for private tutoring, implementation of cybersecurity measures, reporting of suspected abuse cases and addressing academic dishonesty.

The standards mandate that teachers must respect diverse religious and cultural backgrounds while upholding Emirati values. Digital responsibility features prominently, with requirements for educators to teach students about online information verification and ethical AI usage.

Schools must also ensure staff participate in continuous professional development and engage in environmental and social initiatives.

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UAE: Announces Nationwide Push for Local Inspectors and Regulators

03/10/202503/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Al Etihad, 24 September 2025: The United Arab Emirates has launched a comprehensive initiative to increase local employment in inspection and regulatory roles across both government and private sectors.

The programme focuses on recruiting and training Emirati nationals for supervisory positions in several key areas, including: Environmental monitoring and pollution control, Food safety and consumer protection, Occupational health and safety, Infrastructure project supervision and Market quality control.

Officials have confirmed that the initiative will implement specialised training programmes incorporating artificial intelligence and digital transformation technologies to prepare local candidates for inspection and monitoring roles.

The scheme requires new inspectors to undergo extensive field training and obtain scientific qualifications to handle major infrastructure and sustainable development projects. The programme includes continuous professional development to ensure inspectors can effectively use the latest technological tools.

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Sharjah: Police Launch Advanced Digital Fingerprint System for Criminal Cases

03/10/202503/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf News, 25 September 2025: Sharjah Police have implemented a new digital fingerprinting system across their operations, replacing traditional methods with advanced biometric technology to enhance criminal investigations.

The MorphoBIS biometric identification system has been deployed across 12 units throughout Sharjah and its Central and Eastern regions, connecting directly to a central fingerprint database. All records are now maintained in a secure central criminal database.

The new system’s capabilities include: immediate suspect identification, rapid fingerprint comparison, forgery detection, electronic report generation, archive matching and case documentation.

Head of the Detainee Follow-up Branch reported that the system’s algorithms have enabled authorities to detect cases of forgery and impersonation within hours, with findings immediately forwarded to the Forensic Evidence Center.

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Saudi Arabia: Unveils New Framework for Legislative Development

03/10/202503/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Saudi Gazette, 29 September 2025: Saudi Arabia’s Justice Ministry has outlined a new approach to law-making that emphasises public participation and transparency in legislative processes.

Justice Minister detailed the implementation of a specialised legislative framework designed to modernise the Kingdom’s legal system. The new structure focuses on making legal texts more accessible and incorporating public consultation in law development.

Key elements of the framework include: enhanced transparency in legal procedures, streamlined judicial and administrative processes, improved dispute resolution mechanisms, greater public participation in law-making and simplified access to legal rights and services.

The Ministry has established new procedures for drafting legislation that require: public consultation periods, stakeholder engagement, expert input on proposed laws, clear documentation of legal objectives and regular review of legislative impact.

The framework introduces standardised procedures for creating and implementing new laws, with emphasis on making legal texts comprehensible to the general public. It also establishes formal channels for experts, stakeholders, and civil society to contribute to legislative development.

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Qatar: Drafts New Laws to Modernise Business Environment

03/10/202503/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf Base, 25 September 2025: Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry is drafting three major pieces of legislation as part of efforts to update the country’s legal and business framework.

Ministry Undersecretary revealed plans for an updated public-private partnership law, a new foreign investment law, and a bankruptcy law.

The announcement came alongside details of recent reforms that have already streamlined business procedures in the Gulf state. New measures include automatic tax number generation upon commercial registration and simplified labour recruitment approvals.

The ministry has digitalised 95% of its services through a single-window platform and launched a new multilingual portal for investors. Foreign investors can now participate in more than 1,400 business activities across the country.

Recent reforms have also removed requirements to match commercial activities for imports and adopted a unified GCC customs tariff. Industrial incentives, including reduced leasing rates for industrial, logistics, and commercial land, are reportedly saving the private sector more than QR100 million annually.

Environmental permit processes have been simplified for 90% of industrial activities, whilst company incorporation procedures now include automatic generation of company cards and tax numbers upon registration.

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Oman: Implements New Maritime Labour Regulations for Seafarer Protection

03/10/202503/10/2025
by Hannah Gutang

Times Of Oman, 27 September 2025: Oman has introduced comprehensive Maritime Labour Regulations through Oman Sultani Decree 313/2025, implementing commitments under the Maritime Labour Convention and establishing detailed rights and responsibilities for both Omani and foreign seafarers.

The regulations apply to all vessels except fishing boats, traditional vessels, warships, war-supply ships, and those operating in protected waters. Under the new rules, vessel operators must ensure all seafarers hold valid medical certificates with a minimum of six months ‘ validity.

Key provisions include mandatory rest periods of at least 10 hours per day and 77 hours weekly. Seafarers are entitled to a minimum of 30 days paid annual leave. The regulations also mandate operators to cover repatriation costs to either the port of contract or an agreed alternative port under specific circumstances, including contract completion in foreign ports or service exceeding nine consecutive months.

Vessel operators must provide free medical care and health insurance for crew members, along with compensation in cases of ship loss. The regulations require employment contracts to be available in Arabic or include an approved Arabic translation.

Certain vessels must now carry a Maritime Labour Certificate to demonstrate compliance with the new standards. Where the regulations do not specifically address an issue, Omani Labour Law provisions will apply.

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