Middle East
Middle East | 19 Sep 17
Practices in the UAE financial sector ‘no longer tolerated’
Some formerly tolerated business practices in the Middle East’s financial services sector are now subject to clearly set out restrictions, says William Wells, director of Middle East sales at Schroders.
Middle East | 18 Sep 17
So, you’re moving to the UAE…
People moving to the UAE for the first time have a lot to think about and prepare. As a result, the British Embassy has launched its ‘checking in’ campaign, offering tips and advice on how to settle in quickly and smoothly.
Middle East | 13 Sep 17
Massive fraud puts 54 in Abu Dhabi court
Defence witnesses will take to the stand on Sunday on behalf of 54 men charged with scamming almost 2,000 people in a Ponzi-style investment scheme believed to be the biggest in Abu Dhabi history.
Zurich names Peter Huber as CEO of international business
Peter Huber has been appointed chief executive of Zurich International, bringing together as one team the insurer’s international life businesses in the Middle East and Isle of Man and Zurich International Corporate Solutions, including Zurich Eurolife.
Advisers in UAE face tougher environment for financial planning
The chief executive of a leading UAE advice firm has warned that increased regulation will reduce the survival prospects for many financial consultancy firms in the Emirates if the obvious warnings from regulators are ignored.