Foreign Investment

Foreign Investment in Saudi Arabia: What International Investors Should Know

Saudi Arabia’s regulatory environment has evolved significantly under Vision 2030, opening new pathways for foreign capital while introducing new compliance considerations. We outline the key licensing, structuring, and approval processes that international investors typically encounter when entering the Saudi market — and how early legal structuring can materially affect timelines and outcomes.

Disputes & Arbitration

Enforcing Arbitral Awards Across the GCC: Key Considerations

Cross-border enforcement remains one of the most consequential — and often underestimated — stages of any arbitration. We examine how enforcement mechanisms differ across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and neighbouring jurisdictions, and the practical steps parties can take during drafting and proceedings to strengthen enforceability later.

Corporate & M&A

Structuring Cross-Border Transactions Between the Middle East and China

As trade and investment ties between the GCC and China continue to deepen, transaction structures must account for two distinct regulatory environments simultaneously. We discuss common structuring approaches for joint ventures and acquisitions spanning these markets, and the regulatory touchpoints that typically require early attention.

Regulatory Advisory

Governance Frameworks for Government and Quasi-Government Entities

Institutions operating in regulated or public-adjacent sectors face a distinct set of governance expectations. Drawing on direct experience advising governmental and quasi-governmental bodies, we set out the core governance considerations that often determine whether institutional frameworks hold up under regulatory scrutiny.