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Qatar: Government Inaugurates Cloud Computing Transformation Process

25/10/202225/10/2022
by Benjamin Filaferro

Gulf Times, 24 October 2022: Qatar’s Ministry of Labour (MoL) has held a ceremony to mark the launch of its cloud computing transformation process, part of the second phase of its digital transformation scheme.

The MoL aims to use cloud technology to develop public services, improve business flexibility, reduce operational costs and increase productivity.

The cloud computing transformation process is part of the Qatar National Vision 2030.

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Qatar: Hayya Card Holders Visiting Qatar May Bring Pets with Them

21/10/202221/10/2022
by Benjamin Filaferro

Alsharq, 20 October 2022: Qatar’s Municipality Ministry has launched a new service allowing Hayya Card holders visiting the country to apply for permits to bring their pets with them. Visitors can apply online for veterinary health certificates and permission to import the animals.

Cats and dogs must be more than seven months old and be vaccinated against rabies.

Anyone importing large or dangerous breeds of dog as pets must also apply to the interior ministry for a permit.

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LexisNexis Hosts the 7th Qatar Business Law Forum Conference in Doha, Qatar!

18/10/202220/10/2022
by Benjamin Filaferro

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2022 Qatar Business Law Forum Conference!

LexisNexis Middle East is pleased to have hosted, in partnership with the Qatar International Court & Dispute Resolution Centre (LexisNexis Strategic Alliance Partner), the State of Qatar Ministry of Commerce & Industry, the Qatar International Center for Conciliation & Arbitration, the Qatar Lawyers Association, and our exclusive Law Firm Partner, Al Sulaiti Law Firm, the 7th Qatar Business Law Forum Conference in Doha, Qatar.

The conference covered Qatar’s latest legal developments and trends, and gathered leading professionals from the Qatari legal and business community. The following topics were covered over four sessions:

First Session – International Investments, M&A and Compliance

Corporate Venture Capital and Investing in Technology in Qatar
Navigating International Investment Agreements and M&A Transactions: International Standards for Anti-Bribery, Fraud & Anti-Corruption Laws
Recent Developments in AML Regulations

Second Session – Dispute Resolution

Managing Disputes During the Life Cycle of a Construction Project
Mediation in Qatar
Enforcement of Arbitral Awards in Qatar

Third Session – Panel Discussion: What’s in the Pipeline for Business Law in Qatar

Recent Laws Promulgating by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Scope of Recent Business Laws in Qatar

Fourth Session – FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022^TM

IP and Advertising Aspects of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022^TM
Football, Fanzones & Festivities: Insights into Certain Aspects of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022^TM Enabling Law

Special thanks to our incredible speakers and moderators:

Benjamin Filaferro – Managing Director, LexisNexis Middle East & North Africa
Faisal Al-Sahouti – Chief Executive Officer, Qatar International Court & Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC)
Mubarak Al Sulaiti – President, Qatar Lawyers Association
Dr. David Ramm – Partner, Crowell & Moring
Dylan Moses – Partner, K&L Gates
Hamad Al Yafei – Managing Partner, Al Yafei Law Firm
Professor Hilary Bell – Assistant Professor of Law and Juris Doctor Program Coordinator, HBKU
James Cameron – Partner, Fenwick Elliott in alliance with Al Sulaiti Law Firm
Tarek Labban – Arbitrator, Thani Bin Ali Al-Thani Lawyers & Legal Consultants
Alexander Kelsall – Disputes Lawyer, DWF
Duha Al-Mulla – Case Progression Manager Associate, QICDRC
Hilal Al-Khulaifi – Legal Director, Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Khaled Algarle – Chief Legal Counsel, QICCA
Amr Hossam – Head of Arbitration, Al Sulaiti Law Firm
Elias Matni – Special Counsel, K&L Gates
Dr. Zain Al Abdin Sharar – Senior Legal Counsel, QICDRC
Ricardo Cid – Senior Legal Consultant, Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm
Ribal Fattal – Senior Associate, Sultan Al Abdulla & Partners

Thank you to our partners and sponsors for your support:

Qatar International Court & Dispute Resolution Centre – LexisNexis Strategic Alliance Partner
State of Qatar Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Qatar International Center for Conciliation & Arbitration
Qatar Lawyers Association
Al Sulaiti Law Firm – Platinum Sponsor & LexisNexis Exclusive Law Firm Partner in Qatar
K&L Gates – Platinum Sponsor
Hamad Al Yafei Law Firm – Platinum Sponsor
DWF – Gold Sponsor
Crowell & Moring – Gold Sponsor
Essa Al Sulaiti Firm – Gold Sponsor
Thani Bin Ali Al Thani Lawyers & Legal Consultants – Gold Sponsor
PWC – Silver Sponsor
Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners – Silver Sponsor
DLA Piper – Bronze Sponsor
Masin Projects – Corporate Sponsor
DiliTrust – Corporate Sponsor
Pinsent Masons – Gala Dinner Sponsor

Lastly, thank you to all attendees for making the conference a success. We look forward to welcoming you in 2023 for the 8th Qatar Business Law Forum!

2022 CONFERENCE PHOTOS

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Meet the winners from the 7th Qatar Business Law Forum held in Doha, Qatar!

13/10/202220/10/2022
by Benjamin Filaferro

We are pleased to have hosted, in partnership with the Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre – QICRDC (LexisNexis Strategic Alliance Partner), the Qatar Business Law Forum Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony 2022 – 7th Edition on 12 October 2022 in Doha, Qatar!

Thank you to our Gala Dinner Sponsor, Pinsent Masons, for your support.

The Qatar Business Law Forum Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony recognises exceptional achievement within Qatar’s legal community. The awards are judged by an independent panel composed of industry leaders, academic practitioners and government officials.

Thank you to all who submitted an entry! The winners in each category were announced at a gala dinner and awards ceremony at the Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas in Doha, Qatar, on 12 October 2022.

MEET THE WINNERS

We look forward to welcoming you in 2023 for the 8th Qatar Business Law Forum Conference, Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony! Visit the website.

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The latest edition of the Lexis® Middle East – Law Alert is out now!

11/10/202212/10/2022
by Benjamin Filaferro

We are pleased to share the latest edition of our law magazine, the Lexis® Middle East – Law Alert!

The Law Alert is a complimentary magazine that keeps readers updated on the MENA region’s legal, financial and fiscal developments and hot topics.

In this edition:

Welcome Change: Saudi Arabia’s new Companies Law

A new Saudi Companies law has brought changes and innovations which, as Edoardo Betto and Thamer Alzayer of Hourani & Partners explain, look likely to support the Kingdom’s booming venture capital market.

Firm Foundation: Real estate developments in the UAE

Two new laws have been issued in Dubai to support real estate investment; Mohammed Kawasmi of Al Tamimi & Company looks at their impact and other recent changes to real estate regulations there.

In-House Profile: All Change

Sultan AlJadeed, Director of Legal Affairs of Hungerstation talks about what it is like working in an industry where having a fast response to regulatory change is critical.

On the other hand, Taha H Tawawala of Amer Al Marzooqi Advocates & Legal Consultants LLC-SO examines how the regulatory landscape is changing for delivery companies like Mrsool, Jahez and Hungerstation.

Focus on Funding

With third-party funding gaining pace, there has been a remarkable increase in the number of institutions prepared to finance arbitrations. Ritambhara Singh, Amira Salah, and Sriranjini Garegrat of Al Moayed Chambers explore the position of third-party funding in Bahrain.

Contract Watch: Sub-leasing Contracts

Gerry Rogers of Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants explores the critical considerations concerning leasing and property laws in the UAE.

We thank Aurifer Middle East Tax for keeping their finger on the pulse of tax developments across the region and Jameson Legal for supporting movers and shakers across the region.

Thanks also to the dynamic team at Wasel & Wasel Arbitrator Services Inc. for flying the flag for arbitrators.

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Lexis Middle East Law Alert October-November 2022

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The latest edition of the Lexis® Middle East – HR Alert is out now!

11/10/202229/04/2024
by Benjamin Filaferro

We are pleased to share the latest edition of our HR magazine, the Lexis® Middle East – HR Alert!

The HR Alert is a complimentary magazine that updates the latest labour and employment law developments and cases and advises on region-specific HR policies and templates.

It will also include interviews with leading regional HR professionals and guidance on the latest industry trends. In this edition:

When the Heat is on!

With the Qatar Ministry of Labour and Public Health Department issuing new guidelines on heat stress, Emma Higham and Corrine Sobers of Clyde & Co explain what employers in Qatar need to do to comply with the law on working in the heat.

Don’t Bank on It

Damian Burleigh of Acuity Knowledge Partners examines outsourcing in the Middle East and how it affects regional banks.

Law Changes: Whose Right Is It Anyway?

Who has copyright rights when an employer/employee relationship or employer/freelancer is involved? Noor Hasan of Gowling WLG examines the fundamental rules.

Saudisation

Nadia Malaika, HR Director for Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO), talks about the importance of Saudisation in their sector and its implementation.

On the other hand, Anas A Akel of Hourani & Partners talks about specific Saudisation challenges and opportunities in the manufacturing sector.

Social Media Policies

Rana Moustafa of D&C Legal Services shares pointers for getting a well-drafted social media policy in place to protect employers and ensure employees better interact with these platforms.

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LexisNexis Middle East HR Alert – September 2022

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Out Now: The latest edition of the Qatar Business Law Review!

07/10/202211/10/2022
by Benjamin Filaferro

We are pleased to share the latest edition of the Qatar Business Law Review, sponsored by LexisNexis Middle East Strategic Alliance Partner, the Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre! In this edition:

Insights on Qatar Law No. 20/2021 on Mediation, by Dr Zain Al Abdin Sharar (QICDRC)

On 4 November 2021, Qatar issued Law No. 20/2021 on Mediation in Settlement of Civil and Commercial Matters, contributing to the increasing role of mediation as an alternative and essential means of dispute resolution in Qatar. This article discusses some of the most important provisions of the Mediation Law.

Jurisdictional Challenges in Arbitrations in Qatar, by Paula Boast, Peter Smith and Marjan Mirrezaei – MCIArb (Charles Russell Speechlys)

In this article, we explore jurisdictional challenges in arbitrations within the State of Qatar, both under Qatar law and the law of the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC).

Amendments to the QFC Data Protection Regulations, by Khadeja Al-zarraa (Al-Ansari Law Firm)

On 21 December 2021, the QFC amended its Data Protection Regulations (the “2021 DPR”), which came into force on 19 June 2022. The key amendments include establishing a Data Protection Office, imposing significant fines on violations, and expanding the rights of individuals concerning processing their personal data.

Qatar’s Withholding Tax Regime, by Mourad Chatar (Value Square)

This article aims to summarise critical observations from the practical experience dealing with the Qatar withholding tax regime and related withholding tax refund processes.

An Update on QICDRC Judgments, by Professor Khawar Qureshi QC and Catriona Nicol (McNair International)

This article considers critical judgments issued by the Qatar International Court (both by the First Instance Circuit and the Appellate Division) since the publication of the handbook Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre – A Guide to the Court and Regulatory Tribunal: Procedure and Jurisprudence. It also considers the introduction of the Small Claims Procedure.

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LexisNexis Qatar Business Law Review No. 1_2022

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Qatar: Regulation for Government Telecommunications Duct Infrastructure Design and Construction Approved

07/10/202207/10/2022
by Benjamin Filaferro

The Peninsula, 5 October 2022: Qatar’s Communications Regulatory Authority has announced it has issued the regulations for government telecommunications duct infrastructure design and construction standards.

They set technical requirements and standards related to the telecommunications duct infrastructure.

They will have to be applied by all third parties involved in planning, designing, constructing and installing ducts. This will include contractors and consultants for all Government telecommunication duct infrastructure projects.

They have been issued to establish and set common standards and requirements which fit the country’s Government telecommunications duct infrastructure needs and requirements.

They were developed in line with best practices in neighbouring countries and globally.

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The MENA Business Law Review No. 03/2022 is out!

06/10/202211/10/2022
by Benjamin Filaferro

We are pleased to share the third edition of the MENA Business Law Review, the definitive business law reference in the Middle East and North Africa! In this edition:

ARBITRATION: Outcome-Related Fees Structures for Arbitration the UAE by Dr Tariq Mahmood FCIArb (33 Bedford Row), James Ng (Zhong Lun Law Firm) and Usama Munir (Schleuter Graf)

We explore the basic features and types of outcome-related fee structures (ORFS) for dispute funding and provide a detailed analysis of the UAE legal landscape of the acceptability of ORFS in arbitration proceedings.

LITIGATION: Comment on IPGL General Trading v. Horton Holding by Anson Cheung, Outer Temple Chambers

We share comments on this case, which raised interesting issues regarding the application and scope of the Duomatic principle to acts assented to by shareholders, with far-reaching practical consequences for a common practice in the UAE.

COMPANIES: A Guide to Saudi Arabia’s New Companies Law by Dr Qaisar Hamed Metawea, Lamisse Bajunaid, and Aziza Al Abbasi (Dr Qaisar Metawea Law Firm)

In this article, we provide a guide to the main areas of reform in Saudi Arabia’s new Companies Law concerning commercial and non-profit entities and analyse the impact of these reforms.

The New Regulation of Musataha Agreements over Commercial Land in the Emirate of Dubai by Jeremy Scott, Addleshaw Goddard (Middle East) LLP

In this article, we look in more detail at musataha arrangements in Dubai and assess the changes made regarding granting musataha rights over commercial land by government or government-related entities against its stated objectives.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE: Solution to Executive Succession in UAE Family Businesses: The Board of Directors by David Chekroun (ESCP Business School), Megha Bansal (Deloitte) and Tanya Bansal (Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED))

This article assesses the rules and regulations regarding the corporate governance of family-owned businesses in the UAE, including the composition of the Board and its role in succession planning undertaken by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. It also sets forth a series of recommendations on empowering the Board to facilitate a smooth transition of power amongst family businesses.

CYBERSECURITY: Financial Crime Challenges as We Enter Internet 3.0 by Karl Massi, Charles Russell Speechlys

The developing “crypto-economy” will become a significant part of the real economy in a very short time. This new digital mechanism for assigning, buying, selling and transferring assets brings with it novel issues regarding financial crime risk and security while mirroring some of the same vulnerabilities of the real economy. This article will explore some of the critical areas and how the UAE approaches them.

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LexisNexis MENA Business Law Review No. 03_2022

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Qatar: Implementing Regulations to Health Insurance Law Published

05/10/202205/10/2022
by Benjamin Filaferro

Raya, 3 October 2022: The Implementing Regulations to the Health Insurance Law have been published in the Official Gazette.

Qatar Ministerial Decision No. 17/2022 specifies the health insurance premium for visitors is 50 Riyals.

The insurance premium will be the same when the visa is extended.

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