Middle East
Middle East | 7 Jun 17
Dubai regulator sees complaints drop but scams still dominate
There has been a sharp drop in the number of complaints received by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, which regulates of the DIFC, but most of those it receives still relate to scams.
Best Practice | 6 Jun 17
Zurich to support UAE advisers adapt to regulatory changes
Zurich has launched a programme to help financial advisers and intermediaries in the UAE prepare for and implement the upcoming regulatory changes to the country’s life insurance industry.
Middle East | 6 Jun 17
IoM and UAE regulators ‘in talks’ over life sector overhaul
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority (IoMFSA) has met with the UAE Insurance Authority to compare notes on pivotal life sector reforms due to be introduced in their respective jurisdictions.
Middle East | 1 Jun 17
Globaleye extends hiring spree to add UK tax expert
International advisory firm Globaleye has moved ahead with the rollout of its new-look business model by announcing the appointment of tax expert Gary Wright as head of UK taxation.
Amundi opens Middle East HQ in the DIFC
European asset management giant Amundi has opened a regional office for the Middle East in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) to service institutional clients across the MENA area.