In times of regional uncertainty, businesses often reassess their operational and financial exposure. For boards of directors, however, the legal position remains clear: geopolitical developments do not alter the duties owed by directors under UAE and Kuwait law. Under UAE Federal Decree Law No. 32 of… Read more
Subject: Risk and Claims Management in Light of Current Geopolitical Circumstances and Disruptions to Some Business Activities In light of the geopolitical developments and the ongoing war in the region, and the resulting economic and operational impacts, including the disruption of some business activities or the… Read more
Law No. (10) of 2026 Regulating the Digital Commerce Sector Law No. (10) of 2026 regarding the regulation of the digital commerce sector in Kuwait establishes a legal framework governing commercial activities conducted through digital and electronic platforms within the State of Kuwait. The law aims… Read more
Meysan acted as legal counsel to AlAmar Foods Company in connection with its acquisition of 29 Dominos Pizza branches in Makkah and Taif, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The transaction involved the transfer of the operating assets of the relevant branches, including leasehold interests, employees, licenses and… Read more
Overview In a significant step to strengthen and modernize Kuwait’s collective investment schemes framework, the Kuwait Capital Markets Authority (the “CMA”) has introduced a new wave of reforms under Decision No. (18) of 2026 (the “Decision”), issued on 12 February 2026. The Decision establishes a dedicated… Read more
Overview The UAE has issued a new Civil Transactions Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 25 of 2025), which will enter into force on 1 June 2026 and replace the 1985 Civil Code. While the new law preserves the UAE’s civil law and Sharia-based foundations, it introduces clearer… Read more
Meysan Lawyers & Legal Consultants is pleased to announce its role as legal advisor to Dawi, a Kuwait-based digital health platform enabling patients to access premium healthcare services across the region, in connection with its strategic partnership with Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, a Mubadala Health partner.… Read more