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By Nabeel Ikram, Mina Morova, Ilham Kabbouri, Giuliano Parlascino, and Bella Dunk*
March 5, 2025 • 1-minute read
Following a year of major changes in the legal and arbitral landscape, 2024 continued to see notable legal developments, particularly in the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – two of the region’s most dynamic legal and business hubs. We have closely followed these changes, and are pleased to present our Annual Middle East International Dispute Resolution Compendium.
This latest edition covers key updates, including:
Download the Compendium below.
* Bella Dunk is a Trainee Solicitor in our Dubai office.
This information is provided by Vinson & Elkins LLP for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended, nor should it be construed, as legal advice.
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