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Does geopolitical uncertainty change directors’ legal duties? Under UAE and Kuwait law, the answer is clear: directors’ obligations do not diminish during periods of instability; they become even more important. In this article, Meysan's senior associate Patrick Obeid and associate Rosy Rizk explore the governance and compliance considerations boards should keep in mind during periods of regional uncertainty. Read the full briefing below. meysan.com/directors-duti… #CorporateGovernance #DirectorsDuties #UAElaw #KuwaitLaw #RiskManagement #BoardGovernance #Meysan

Meysan‘s partner Michel G. Ghanem and associate Rosy Rizk examine Law No. (10) of 2026 regarding regulating the digital commerce sector, introducing comprehensive oversight for online businesses operating in Kuwait. Read the full briefing: meysan.com/kuwait-strengt… #Kuwait #DigitalCommerce #Ecommerce #ConsumerProtection #NewLaw #Meysan #LegalUpdate

Meysan's counsel Lama Abou Ali and associate Elissa Bou Nader examine the recent trading suspensions across DFM, ADX, and Nasdaq Dubai on 2–3 March 2026 and what that means for market participants. Read the full client alert below meysan.com/client-alert-t… #ClientAlert #Stock #Nasdaq #ADX #DFM #Legal #Meysan

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 related contractual arrangements. Meysan’s role included supporting the due diligence process, assisting with transaction documentation, and advising on completion matters. The matter was led by partner Michel G. Ghanem, with support from associates Michel Ata and Rosy Rizk. #Corporate #MergerAndAcquisition #KSA #Meysan

Meysan's Counsel Lama Abou Ali and Associate Sara Awaly break down CMA Decision No. (18) of 2026, introducing: • A new institutional marketing route for foreign collective investment schemes • Multi-asset funds as a standalone local fund category • Other notable amendments to the collective investment schemes framework Read the full alert here: meysan.com/client-alert-k… #Kuwait #CMA #Funds #AssetManagement #Meysan

Meysan is delighted to announce that Partner Tarek Badawy has been ranked as Band 2 in both categories of Dispute Resolution: Arbitration and Litigation—Egypt and earned the spotlight position in competition litigation in the 2026 Chambers and Partners guide. #disputeresolution #Litigation #Arbitration #CompetitionLitigation #spotlight #rankings #Egypt #LegalExcellence

Meysan is pleased to announce that partner John Reynolds is ranked by Chambers and Partners for his work in commercial and corporate litigation. #CommercialLitigation #corporatelitigation #LegalExcellence #ranking #Meysan

Meysan is pleased to announce that Partner Dr. Abdulwahab Sadeq is ranked by Chambers and Partners 2026 for his work in Corporate & Finance in Kuwait. #CorporateLaw #Finance #ranking #Kuwait #LegalExcellence #Meysan

Meysan is pleased to announce that Partner Waleed AlTattan continues to be recognized as Band 1 ranking in Dispute Resolution-Kuwait in the 2026 Chambers and Partners guide. #DisputeResolution #Ranking #Kuwait #LegalExcellence #Meysan

Meysan is pleased to share that Partner Tarek Yehya has been recognized as Band 1 in Corporate & Finance-Kuwait in the 2026 Chambers and Partners guide. #corporatelaw #Finance #ranking #Kuwait #LegalExcellence #Meysan

Chambers and Partners 2026 recognizes Meysan's Managing Partner, Bader El-Jeaan, as Band 1 in Corporate & Finance-Kuwait. #corporatelaw #Finance #ranking #Kuwait #LegalExcellence #Meysan

As the holy month of Ramadan begins, Meysan extends its warmest wishes to all those observing. May this blessed time bring peace, reflection, and renewed strength to you and your loved ones. #RamadanKareem

We are proud to announce that Meysan has once again been recognized as Kuwait Law Firm of the Year 2026 at the @thelegal500 awards. This recognition reflects the trust our clients place in us, the strength of our cross-border capabilities, and the dedication and excellence of our entire team. We extend our sincere appreciation to our clients and peers for their continued confidence and to our lawyers and professionals across all offices for their hard work and collaboration. #Meysan #Legal500 #LawFirmOfTheYear #Kuwait #LegalExcellence #InternationalLaw

Meysan’s Patrick Obeid ( Senior Associate) and Rosy Rizk (Associate) outline key contractual implications of the UAE’s new Civil Transactions Law (Decree-Law No. 25 of 2025), effective 1 June 2026. Read the full update to learn more: meysan.com/uae-civil-tran… #UAELaw #CivilCode #ContractLaw #Meysan

Meysan is delighted to have hosted the panel session, “The Trials and Tribulations of Managing Cross-Border Arbitrations,” at Riyadh International Disputes Week 2025. The discussion was moderated by Meysan Counsel Neyla Rahal and enriched by the expert insights of Judge Dr. Adli Hammad (Partner, Hammad & Al-Mehdar Law Firm) , John Reynolds (Partner, Meysan), and James Church-Morley (Senior Managing Director, FTI Consulting) We thank the panelists and attendees for their valuable participation #RIDW2025 #Arbitration #CrossBorder #Meysan #LegalInsights #SaudiArabia

Meysan is pleased to announce that it has advised Boodai Reliance Real Estate Company on its voluntary acquisition of 16.6% of Jazeera Airways Company’s shares. The acquisition was made at a price of KWD 1.750 per share, resulting in a total transaction value of KWD 64.11 million. The Meysan team was led by partner Dr. Abdulwahab Sadeq, partner Tarek Yehya, and senior associate Adel Al Asousi. #LegalAdvisor #Acquisition #LegalExcellence #Meysan

Meysan, in collaboration with Hammad & Al-Mehdar Law Firm, is pleased to host a panel at the Riyadh International Disputes Week on 1 February 2025 titled "The Trials and Tribulations of Managing Cross-Border Arbitrations." Moderated by Meysan Counsel Neyla Rahal, the panel will feature Judge Dr. Adli Hammad, John Reynolds, and Dr. Basmah Kutubaldin Kutubaldeen - Chief Legal Officer—Nesma. Register now to join this key discussion in Riyadh: lnkd.in/dJAf2XWe

Meysan is pleased to announce its role as legal advisor to Dawi Kw , 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. Through this partnership, Dawi has secured exclusive rights to promote and facilitate Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Executive Health Packages in Kuwait via its proprietary digital platform. The collaboration reflects a broader regional push to expand cross-border access to world-class healthcare. The Meysan team advising on the transaction was led by partner Dr. Abdulwahab Sadeq and associate Barak AlAjeel. This engagement reflects Meysan’s continued work on regional cross-border healthcare initiatives and digital health collaborations. meysan.com/meysan-advises… #Healthcare #Legaladvisor #Kuwait #collaboration #crossborder #LegalExcellence #Meysan

Meysan’s Senior Associate Patrick Obeid and Associate Rosy Rizk outline key governance enhancements under the new UAE Companies Law amendments. To understand how the 2025 changes impact corporate structures, shareholder rights, and management continuity, Read the full update below: meysan.com/uae-companies-… #UAELaw #LegalUpdate #CorporateGovernance #LegalExcellence #Meysan