While it is now abundantly clear that the Sukuk market has failed to realize the predicted surge in sovereign Sukuk issuances following the drop in the prices of oil in 2014, when it was assumed that oil revenue-dependent GCC
countries would rush to the Sukuk market in order to fill shortfalls in their spending budgets, the current Sukuk market still presents a mixed picture. Against the backdrop of the current uncertainty in the Sukuk market, Rahat Dar looks at some of the likely drivers, challenges, and prospects for UAE Islamic banks looking to issue Sukuk in 2017 and beyond.
Category: Publications
Employment & Labour Law (UAE)
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of employment and labour law in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It will cover termination of employment, procedures, protection for workers, compensation as well as insight and opinion on the most common difficulties employers face and any upcoming legal changes planned.
This Q&A is part of the global guide to Employment & Labour
Getting a Grip on Movables, The Oath
The Federal Law No.20 of 2016 introduces a whole new regime for registering a security interest movable assets in the UAE.
A Guide to Doing Business in Iran
This is a general guide to certain laws applicable to doing business in Iran. The information contained in this publication is given by way of general reference only, is not intended to provide legal advice, and is not to be relied upon in any factual situation as it does not cover all laws or regulations that may be applicable in all circumstances. No responsibility will be accepted by the authors or publishers for any inaccuracy or omission or statement that might prove to be misleading. You are advised to seek your own professional advice before proceeding to invest or do business in Iran.
The Future of Owners’ Rights, Property Weekly
The future of owner’s rights; a JOP Declaration is one of the most document that protects an owner’s rights.
UAE – A developing destination for international business, The Lawyer
A developing destination for international business. An overview of the legal and infrastructure developments that are turning Dubai and Abu Dhabi into a leading cross-border business hub.
Doing Business in the Middle East: Life After Oil, ACC Docket
A comprehensive overview of how the drop in oil prices have affected the Middle East and the global economy; what is happening and what to expect.
Key Legislative Developments in the UAE, Legal Business
Key legislative developments in the UAE; Afridi & Angell’s James Bowden highlights four important legal updates.
Arbitration Procedures and Practice in the United Arab Emirates
A multi-jurisdictional guide on arbitration procedures and practice in the United Arab Emirates.
The Private Wealth & Private Client Review (UAE chapter), 5th edition
A multi-jurisdictional guide that covers the prevailing conditions in the global restructuring market in 2016 and highlights some of the more significant legal and commercial developments and trends during that period.