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Upcoming Mediation in the UAE: Navigating the New Mediation Framework | 22 September 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM GST | Live Zoom Webinar

29/07/2026
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Mediation in the UAE: Navigating the New Mediation Framework
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22/07/2026
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Upcoming DIFC Mandatory Course: Digital Assets Law | 27 August 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM | In-Person | DIFC Academy

15/07/202627/07/2026
by Hannah Gutang

DIFC Mandatory Course: Digital Assets Law | 27 August 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM | In-Person | DIFC Academy
27/08/2026
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Join DIFC Academy and LexisNexis Middle East for an intensive, expert-led workshop examining the DIFC Digital Assets Law (DIFC Law No. 2 of 2024), including its supporting legal framework, the Law of Security, and related legislative amendments shaping the regulation of digital assets within the DIFC.

Expired DIFC Mandatory Course: DIFC Data Protection Law | 23 July 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM | In-Person | L1 – Lecture Theatre, DIFC Academy

06/07/202609/07/2026
by Maristela Albores

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Mandatory CLPD Training: DIFC Data Protection Law | 23 July 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM | In-Person | L1 – Lecture Theatre, DIFC Academy
23/07/2026
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Join DIFC Academy and LexisNexis Middle East for an intensive, expert-led workshop examining the DIFC Data Protection Law, including the significant amendments introduced under DIFC Law No. 1 of 2025 and the latest consultation proposals shaping the future of data governance within the DIFC.

Expired Contractual Risk and Operational Resilience in the GCC | 9 July 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM GST | Live Zoom Webinar

12/06/202616/07/2026
by Maristela Albores

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Contractual Risk and Operational Resilience in the GCC | 9 July 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM GST | Live Zoom Webinar
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Join LexisNexis Middle East and DIFC Academy, in partnership with HAS Law, for a premium CLPD-certified workshop exploring how legal professionals can navigate contractual risk and strengthen operational resilience within GCC legal frameworks. This expert-led session will examine force majeure, hardship, termination rights, and crisis-driven contractual challenges through a practical regional lens.

Expired UAE Commercial Companies Law Update 2026: A Practical Legal Perspective | 23 June 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM GST | Live Zoom Webinar

11/05/202612/06/2026
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UAE Commercial Companies Law Update 2026: A Practical Legal Perspective | 23 June 2026 | 10 AM to 12 PM GST | Live Zoom Webinar
23/06/2026
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UAE: National Committee Adopts New AML/CFT Initiatives

29/04/202629/04/2026
by Hannah Gutang

Gulf News, 28 April 2026: The National Committee for Anti‑Money Laundering, Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Proliferation Financing, chaired by Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the UAE, has adopted a comprehensive set of decisions and initiatives to strengthen national readiness, investigation tools, and institutional integration.

During its second meeting of 2026, attended by ministers and senior officials, the Committee approved the restructuring of subcommittees and updating of mandates to reflect current priorities. It also endorsed new work methodologies and follow‑up mechanisms to support effective national decision‑making.

A key measure was the adoption of the National Guide on Financial Intelligence and Money Laundering Investigations, which updates procedures for organising investigations, tracking and confiscating assets, and coordinating among competent authorities. The guide incorporates virtual assets and regulates asset recovery mechanisms, enhancing the reach and effectiveness of financial investigations.

The Committee further approved risk assessments covering financial institutions, virtual asset service providers, and designated non‑financial businesses and professions, enabling more precise supervisory and enforcement actions. It also endorsed the National Risk Assessment for Proliferation Financing (public version) and the National Risk Assessment for Non‑Profit Organisations, strengthening transparency and risk‑based oversight.

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Dubai: Civil Aviation Authority Launches Air Travel Consumer Guide

29/04/202629/04/2026
by Hannah Gutang

Al Bayan, 28 April 2026: Dubai’s Civil Aviation Authority has introduced a new Consumer Care Guide and Service for the aviation sector, establishing a regulatory framework that defines passenger rights, airline and travel agent obligations, and complaint resolution mechanisms.

The guide provides a clear legal reference for the relationship between passengers, licensed airlines, and travel agents, while the new service enables travellers to submit complaints and feedback directly through the Authority’s official website. Complaints can be tracked online, ensuring transparency and improving customer experience.

Director General Mohammed Abdullah Lengawi described the initiative as a strategic step to strengthen passenger rights and enhance Dubai’s civil aviation system. He emphasised that the framework aligns with international best practices, improves service quality, and builds consumer trust in the aviation sector.

The Authority urged passengers to familiarise themselves with the guide and use the service to safeguard their rights. Airlines and travel agents were also encouraged to support the initiative and raise awareness, contributing to a more efficient and reliable aviation ecosystem.

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Abu Dhabi: Executive Regulations Define 15 Types of Government Employee Leave

29/04/202629/04/2026
by Hannah Gutang

Emarat Alyoum, 26 April 2026: The Department of Government Empowerment has issued the executive regulations of Abu Dhabi Administrative Decision No. 1/2026 on the Issuance of the Implementing Regulation of Abu Dhabi Law No. 8/2025 on Human Resources in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, establishing a comprehensive framework for 15 types of leave available to government employees.

The regulations detail entitlements including annual leave (22–30 days depending on grade), sick leave (up to 15 days with medical certification requirements), work injury leave (12 days), exam leave (3–15 days), marriage leave (10 days), maternity and adoption leave (3 months), paternity leave (6 days), bereavement leave (10 days), ‘iddah leave (4 months and 10 days), Hajj leave (15 days), and companion leave (3 months), among others.

The regulations also specify seven conditions for annual leave entitlement, seven cases of non‑entitlement, and rules for carry‑over and cash compensation. Employees with disabilities are granted five additional annual leave days. Absence beyond authorised leave is treated as work discontinuation, subject to disciplinary provisions.

The framework ensures that leave periods count toward continuous service, end‑of‑service benefits, and pension contributions, unless otherwise specified. Government entities may grant connected leave periods under the regulation’s conditions, reinforcing consistency and fairness across Abu Dhabi’s public sector.

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UAE: CBUAE Updates AML/CFT/CPF Guidance for Licensed Financial Institutions

23/04/202623/04/2026
by Hannah Gutang

The UAE Central Bank has updated its guidance on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, and counter-proliferation financing obligations for licensed financial institutions.

The updated guidance package introduces comprehensive measures to help institutions detect, prevent, and manage risks related to money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing.

Key regulatory guidance documents include:

Proliferation Financing Risks: Framework for assessing inherent risks, evaluating policies and controls, and monitoring emerging typologies.
Trade‑Based Money Laundering (TBML) and Transshipment Risks: Guidance to strengthen monitoring of trade and shipping activities linked to illicit finance.
Correspondent Banking Relationships: Expectations for managing AML/CFT/CPF risks in correspondent banking, with emphasis on internal policies and compliance.
Customer Due Diligence (CDD), KYC, and Record Keeping: Clarifies procedures for verifying customer identities, building risk profiles, and retaining documentation.

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