The decision will likely provide comfort to businesses operating in the healthcare sector both in the UAE and globally. By Brian A. Meenagh and Avinash Balendran On 28 April 2021 the United Arab Emirates (UAE) federal government issued Ministerial Decision No. 51 of 2021 (the Decision) to clarify when health information may be stored or … Continue Reading
The new legislation extends both the protections available to consumers, as well as the obligations applicable to e-commerce retailers. By Brian A. Meenagh and Avinash Balendran With its recent implementation of a new consumer protection law, the United Arab Emirates has taken a significant step forward in protecting the rights of consumers. The new legislation … Continue Reading
Healthcare entities should immediately assess whether Federal Law No. 2 of 2019 applies to their practices. By Brian A. Meenagh On 6 February 2019, the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in conjunction with the UAE Minister of Health and Prevention (the Minister) issued a new law on the use of information and communications … Continue Reading
The DIFC guidelines provide practical guidance for DIFC-registered entities engaging in electronic direct marketing, including useful “dos” and “don’ts”. By Brian A. Meenagh, Fiona M. Maclean, and Laura Holden What Do DIFC-Registered Entities Need to Know? In January 2019, the Commissioner for Data Protection for the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) issued new Direct Marketing … Continue Reading
