ABU DHABI: The UAE Government has introduced changes to the law concerning domestic workers to better protect the rights of everyone involved and make it easier to resolve disputes. One of the key changes is that disputes related to domestic workers will now be handled by the Court of First Instance instead of the Court […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE Government has issued a new law that updates the existing rules on anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism and illegal organisations. This move is part of the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its legal framework to better fight financial crimes. The goal is to ensure the UAE stays in […]
The EU Parliament has approved the first comprehensive framework in the world aimed at constraining the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI). This field has witnessed exponential growth, leading to significant profits but also igniting concerns regarding bias, privacy, and the future of humanity. The AI Act operates by categorizing products based on risk levels […]
Abu Dhabi: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has halted the operations of an industrial facility specialized in processing used oils in the Al Mafraq Industrial Zone of Abu Dhabi City. This action was taken due to the facility’s violations of environmental laws and regulations and its failure to meet the environmental requirements and […]
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has enacted Law No. (1) of 2024 to govern the taxation of foreign banks operating in Dubai. This law applies to all foreign banks in Dubai, except those licensed within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Foreign banks […]
The UAE has enacted a fresh law to govern the media industry, encompassing radio, television, newspapers, and cinemas within the country. The UAE government has introduced a new law to regulate the media sector, covering radio, television, newspapers, and cinemas in the country. The aim is to organize media activities, boost the UAE’s status as […]
In Kuwait or Saudi Arabia, sending a girl a heart emoji via Instagram, Snapchat, WhatsApp, or any other social media site will be regarded as a dissolute act that is punishable by law. Anyone who engages in such behavior will face a two to five-year prison sentence in Saudi Arabia as well as a fine […]
Government of Dubai Media Office – 25 July 2023: The Government of Dubai is actively exploring the application of Common Law within Dubai’s Free Zones to enhance the city’s business environment and boost its economic appeal and efficiency. This potential adoption aligns with Dubai’s progressive approach to cultivating a dynamic, responsive legal framework that caters […]
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Police (ADP) confiscated 2,750 vehicles in 2021 for violating traffic laws, including those that were heavily modified to increase their speed, causing noise pollution and disturbance. The ADP also warned some motorists about their negative behaviour, especially young motorists who disturb residents and drive recklessly on roads. The ADP’s Traffic […]
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Police, in cooperation with the Integrated Transport Centre and the Emirates Transport Corporation – Abu Dhabi, has activated the radars that will automatically monitor motorists who violate rules by not stopping when “stop” sign arms on school buses are displayed. The Abu Dhabi Police warned motorists to stop when they […]
ABU DHABI- The Public Prosecution stated today, through posts on its social media accounts, the penalties for acquiring pornographic materials involving Juveniles. The Public Prosecution explained that, under Article (18) of Federal-Decree Law 5 of 2012 on Combatting Cybercrimes, whoever has deliberately acquired pornographic materials involving juveniles by using an electronic information system or computer […]
