05/31/2018

Bahrain follows UAE with long-term investor visas

The visas are intended to boost Bahrain’s “position as an investment destination”, as foreign investors will be able to obtain a “10-year renewable residency permit on a self-sponsorship basis”.

05/29/2018

Qatari banks exposed to new banking bad loan rules

The agency said that the impact of the regulation on the region’s banks “appears manageable” due to the quality of investments held by the financial institutions and their limited trading activities.

05/25/2018

VG and Ward Yates act in MEA deal

Arqaam Capital acted as the lead arranger and book runner, while BNY Mellon acted as the delegate and Minhaj Advisory acted as the Shariah adviser.