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  First published on LexisNexis on 04 June 2024 at: https://www.lexisnexis.co.uk/legal/news/difc-court-of-appeal-affirms-enforceability-of-foreign-interim-arbitral-awards-neal-v-nadir Mini-summary In the case of Neal v Nadir [2024] DIFC A 001, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Court of Appeal upheld the enforceability of foreign interim arbitral awards, reinforcing the DIFC’s commitment to arbitration and international legal standards. The court held that interim […]

  The ruling No. 229 of 2024 by the Court of Cassation in Abu Dhabi on 04 April 2024 sets a new precedent regarding the necessity for taxpayers to provide tax invoices to claim tax debts from debtors. This judgment underscores the importance of adhering to formal documentation requirements in tax matters, ensuring that taxpayers

  In recent years, the intricacies of liability among members of tax groups have become increasingly relevant in commercial dealings. Several judgments from the Dubai Courts provide profound insights into this subject, highlighting the nuanced interpretations and applications of the law. This article delves into three pivotal cases, underscoring the complexities of liability within tax

Brief In Dubai Appeals Court appeal no. 27/2024, the appeals court upheld a decision awarding punitive damages in a case of cryptocurrency embezzlement. The case highlights the judiciary’s stance on financial crimes in the digital currency space, detailing the interaction between criminal and civil liabilities. Facts The plaintiff initiated a lawsuit claiming the defendant embezzled

  The UAE Federal Supreme Court’s ruling on the restrictions of compound interest represents a significant shift in the legal landscape governing financial transactions within the country. This judgment, detailed in case number 1254 of 2023 dated 10 January 2024, highlights the court’s firm stance on the prohibition of compound interest, drawing upon specific provisions

  In Federal Supreme Court case number 1066 of 2022, the primary focus was on the application of the Value Added Tax (VAT) within the context of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, specifically between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The appellant, a Saudi Arabian entity, was involved in

  In a significant judgment delivered on 18 October 2023 in petition nos. 1480 of 2022 and 1 of 2023, the UAE Federal Supreme Court addressed the complexities surrounding tax liabilities that arise from building projects initiated before the enactment of a new tax law. The court considered interpretations and implications of retroactive application of

  In the recent dispute between Baker Hughes Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd. and Dynamic Industries, Inc. and its affiliates (Dynamic Industries International, LLC, and Dynamic Industries International Holdings, Inc.), the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana was presented with a significant contractual disagreement. The case, titled Baker Hughes Saudi Arabia Co.

  The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has many free zones that attract businesses with tax benefits among other incentives. For example, free zones in the UAE typically offer a zero percent corporate tax rate for a certain number of years, often extendable. However, with the introduction of a new corporate tax regime in the UAE,

  The UAE Federal Supreme Court recently issued a judgment, shedding light on the formulation of tax penalties within the framework of constitutional and Sharia law. This judgment reveals the legal parameters for formulating and imposing tax penalties, offering a perspective on the alignment of religious and constitutional principles within the tax legislative arena. Nuances