Safeguarding Children’s Rights in the UAE: An Overview of Federal Law on Child Protection (Wadeema’s Law)
Introduction: Wadeema’s Law, officially known as Federal Law No. 3 of 2016 Concerning Child Rights, stands as a cornerstone of child protection in the UAE.
Understanding the UAE Extradition Law: Rules, Rights, and Procedures
Introduction: The extradition process plays a significant role in international criminal law, allowing countries to cooperate in bringing absconders to justice.
UAE Cabinet Decision No. 43/2024: New Drug Rules for Non-Resident Foreigners Caught with Narcotics
Introduction: In June 2024, the UAE introduced Cabinet Decision No. 43/2024, establishing a comprehensive framework for handling non-resident foreigners caught in possession of narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances while entering the country through its land, sea, or airports.
New ADRC in GIFT City Set to Revolutionize Global Arbitration and Third-Party Funding
The Union Budget 2024 has set a new course for the Gift City IFSC, attracting global fund managers to boost management and dispute resolution.
Hong Kong opens doors to foreign company redomiciliation
The Hong Kong government has announced that it will make a law to enable non-Hong Kong companies to redomicile in Hong Kong.
Taxation on Mineral Rights: Decoding the Hon’ble Supreme Court’s verdict in Mineral Area Development Authority & Anr. versus M/S Steel Authority of India & Anr. and its impact on Industries and Revenue of States
A. Introduction The landmark decision of the Hon’ble Supreme Court in Mineral Area Development Authority & Anr. versus M/S Steel Authority of India & Anr.
Navigating Legal Waters: Rights and Remedies for Indian Ports and Terminals
On February 23, 2024, the Orissa High Court allowed the arrest of a vessel, M.V. Debi (IMO 9616735, “Vessel”) in an admiralty suit[1] filed by Paradip International Cargo Terminal Pvt. Ltd.
BRAZIL INTRODUCES GLOBE MINIMUM TAX RULES: MEDIDA PROVISÓRIA NO. 1.262
On October 3, 2024, Brazil introduced Medida Provisória No. 1.262, aligning its tax regulations with the OECD’s Global Anti-Base Erosion (GloBE) Rules.
How a Foreigner can Register a Local Company in Nigeria
Introduction Nigeria operates a free-market economy and there are no restrictions on foreigners setting up companies in Nigeria.
How to Obtain a Payment Solution Service Providers Licence in Nigeria
Introduction A Payment Solution Service Providers (PSSP) licence is a financial licence within the payments system which is issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).