Middle East
Middle East | 28 Apr 16
Abu Dhabi Financial Centre to add independent appeals panel
Abu Dhabi’s new international financial centre plans to establish an appeals panel to work alongside its regulatory committee which will be staffed by four senior UK barristers.
Middle East | 27 Apr 16
UAE regulator SCA extends scope to cover financial planning
The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) in the UAE has amended its regulations to enable licenced advisers to offer clients a full financial planning service, creating a “distinct line” between its remit and that of the Insurance Authority.
Macro Views | 25 Apr 16
Saudi Arabia unveils reform plan to cut dependence on oil
The government of Saudi Arabia approved a new economic plan on Monday which will see the kingdom emerge as a major global investor and introduce a new visa system to allow expatriates to live in the country for extended periods.
Middle East | 25 Apr 16
Quilter Cheviot opens marketing office in Dubai
Quilter Cheviot, the London-headquartered discretionary investment manager bought by Old Mutual Wealth in February last year, has opened a representative office in Dubai.
Middle East | 22 Apr 16
CISI launches two new qualifications in Middle East
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) has launched two qualifications on financial crime prevention in the Middle East to tackle the increased threats of cyber crime and financial crime.