Doing Business In: Türkiye
Positioned as a crucial middle corridor between Asia and Europe, Türkiye has gained growing significance in commercial relations, influenced by factors like the Russia-Ukraine war, Middle East instability, and the supply chain impacts of Covid-19, alongside substantial investments in infrastructure and defence. This has positioned Türkiye as one of Europe’s most dependable routes for transporting …
Since gaining independence from the UK in 1960 Cyprus has transformed itself into a successful, modern international business centre. A Member State of the European Union (‘EU’) since 2004, it provides a gateway for investment into and from Europe and, due to its geographic location, it enjoys strong commercial ties with Eastern Europe, the Middle …
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Before delving into Cyprus’ contemporary corporate and commercial landscape, it is essential to understand the historical context that has shaped the country as a business hub. The island’s strategic location has made it a sought-after territory throughout history, with influences from various civilizations. The British colonial era, which lasted from 1878 to 1960, further impacted …
Doing Business In: Iceland
The Icelandic business environment can be described as a modern western environment. Iceland is a member of the EEA Agreement and as such enjoys the benefits of the European Single Market. In a recent survey Iceland was ranked 12th in Europe in a country ranking measuring the ease of doing business. Furthermore, Iceland ranked 12th …
Change is an inevitable and constant force in our lives, and its impacts are deeply felt in the importance of wealth management and business structuring. In a world where personal and corporate landscapes evolve rapidly, the ability to adapt and strategize becomes crucial. Life’s journey is unpredictable, often altering personal circumstances, financial goals, and business …
The Sultanate of Oman is proudly recognized as a nation founded on political stability with exceptional prospects for economic growth. Much like the rest of the gulf region, Oman and its business sector are far more than simply ‘developing’, with an abundance of natural resources in minerals, renewable energy and technology, Oman has been dedicated …
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Doing Business In: Armenia
Global Reach Through Treaties: Armenia has signed over 50 bilateral investment treaties (BITs) and double taxation [elimination] treaties (DTTs) with countries worldwide, including the United States, Canada, Switzerland, and China. Armenia is a member of several multilateral treaties (including the Convention on the Settlement of Investment Disputes between States and Nationals of Other States (ICSID) …
Focus on: Banking Legislation in Turkey
The main legislation governing the banking sector is Law No 5411 (the “Banking Law”). Other key legislative and regulatory provisions are: Law No 1211 on the Central Bank of the Turkish Republic; Law No 6362 on Capital Markets; Law No 6102 on the Turkish Commercial Code (TCC); Law No 6098 on the Turkish Code of …