Bader El-Jeaan
Managing PartnerKUWAIT | UAE
Law Firm of the Year 2024</br/>Competition & Antitrust
Over the years, Meysan has become increasingly recognised as a destination practice for navigating the complex landscapes of Competition and Antitrust, as we work in close collaboration with the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) and the various ministries that shape the region’s regulatory frameworks.
Our in-depth understanding of the legal frameworks, coupled with our resolve to uphold the principles of free and fair trade, has made us a trusted partner for businesses seeking guidance, representation and strategic counsel.
BACKGROUND The Qiwa platform, operated by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (“MHRSD”) of Saudi Arabia, has introduced revised limits concerning the issuance of instant work visas (“Instant Work Visas”) for establishments operating within the Kingdom. The latest update provides greater clarity by introducing specific maximum allocations according… Read more ...
OVERVIEW Recent regional developments have created operational challenges for businesses across the GCC, including in Kuwait. In practice, employers may be considering measures such as mandating annual leaves, implementing reduced working hours or part time arrangements, imposing unpaid leave, temporary or permanent salary reductions, temporary suspension of employment and termination,… Read more ...
Not Every PAI Plot Is At Risk: Why Classification Matters The Minister of Commerce and Industry, in his capacity as Chairman of the Board of the Public Authority for Industry (“PAI”), has issued Ministerial Resolution No. 8 of 2026 concerning the rules and procedures for the dispossession of plots, sites… Read more ...