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Tax leaders and experts convene at KPMG’s MESAC Tax Summit

One of the main topics on the agenda was the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape

Director of Fintech & Innovation Unit at CBB named in Women in FinTech Powerlist 2023

Ms. Al Sharaf was selected amongst 10 women from across the globe for the ‘Policy Makers and Regulatory Experts’ category

QFC signs MoU with CISI to build talent

The MoU was established to facilitate the upskilling of the workforce within the QFC and the broader financial services industry.

Hundreds of experts convene at KPMG Future-ready Tax Summit on navigating the evolving tax environment

The Summit brought together nearly 300 C-suite executives, leaders of tax and finance functions and KPMG senior executives

Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow Advises APG and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority

The transaction is the latest addition to a series of high-profile infrastructure deals Baker McKenzie has worked on in Indonesia.

Africa Specialty Risks doubles parametric capability

The parametric approach to reinsurance championed by ASR facilitates the flow of capital to support vulnerable populations.

UAE Gets the All Clear From the FATF

That small step has significant implications.

Baker Tilly Middle East hit with $50,000 fine by ADGM for 'serious failings' in 2 audit works

ADGM's Registration Authority penalizes firm, its principal for two audit works

Saudi Arabia’s Civil Code: exceptional unforeseen circumstances and reallocation of risk in construction contracts

In an era marked by global shocks and unforeseen events, exposure to situations that defy traditional risk assessment remain a significant risk for construction industry participants.

KPMG and DataEQ’s first GCC banking consumer sentiment index reveals Qatar as leader in regional Net Consumer Sentiment

The report analyzes consumer sentiment towards 20 banks in the GCC

Bank credit in Oman grows 4.3% to $78bln in 2023

Of the total outstanding credit, bank credit to the private sector demonstrated a growth of 4.7% year-on-year

First-ever GCC banking sentiment index reveals UAE and Qatar banks lead regional Reputational Net Sentiment

Reputational Net Sentiment was spearheaded by the UAE and closely followed by Qatar. The UAE garnered praise that accounted for 21.1% of its conversation

Saudi Public Prosecution approves establishment of intellectual property body

The body will comprise a team of skilled public prosecutors

UAE establishes investment and taxation cooperation agreements with Arab countries

UAE Ministry of Finance and World Bank renew advisory services agreement

UAE signs agreements with Arab countries to avoid double taxation

The agreements seek to eliminate double taxation, additional taxes, indirect taxes, and tax evasion while addressing cross-border trade challenges

Kuwait, UAE ink deal to avoid double taxation on income between the two countries

Deal on avoiding double taxation enhances economic integration: Kuwaiti Finance Minister

UAE Corporate Tax: Businesses need to maintain strict tabs on entertainment expenses

It does not matter whether spending on events or business lunches, keep tabs on all

ADGM joins International Forum of Independent Audit Regulators

Strengthening regulatory ties across 56 jurisdictions, ADGM reinforces its commitment to global audit excellence and serving the public interest

PwC Middle East in Egypt hosts its annual tax and legal seminar

Discussing Tax transformation and regulatory changes in Egypt

Allianz Egypt, Suez Canal Bank partner to expand bancassurance services

The move aims to meet the demands of clients and offer high-quality insurance services

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