How the UK Bribery Act affects UAE companies
The UK Bribery Act generally affects UK residents and citizens but it may affect companies in the GCC in ways they may not be aware of...
October 15, 2012 4:11
Putting the pressure on progress for corporate governance
Investors must push companies for better regulation and best practices, if corporate governance is ever going to move forward in the GCC.
April 13, 2011 12:31
The Business of… Corporate Social Responsibility
When corporate cash meets social responsibility, it’s a win-win opportunity for investors, consumers, and societies. Pity it doesn’t always work out that way.
June 2, 2010 5:42Damas founders fined $4 million for ‘unauthorized transactions’
Dubai Financial Services Authority takes action on Abdullah brothers for their 'failure to exercise appropriate corporate governance'.
March 21, 2010 1:30
Damas digging deep
The jewellery company has appointed PWC as an external auditor to scrutinize the “unauthorized transactions” performed by its ex-CEO.
October 15, 2009 4:20
Family businesses not into “financial wizardry”
If there’s any business that will survive the credit crisis, it’s a family business. Professor Ludo Van der Heyden, INSEAD, explains why.
December 14, 2008 7:39
Fraud, fraud, everywhere
The numbers are out: Fraud is rife in the GCC. And with the financial crisis threatening to ruin businesses, it’s likely to get worse
October 27, 2008 2:02
Arabtec workers: strike will continue
Employees say no promises for higher wages have yet been made.
May 21, 2013 11:57
Kuwait: expats sent packing
The state plans to get tough and reduce the number of foreign residents.
May 20, 2013 5:05
Dubai Labourers on 'rare' labour protest
Two Arabtec employees who asked not to be identified said several thousand workers engaged on various projects did not report for duty on Sunday.
May 20, 2013 9:33
A maid's wage
An FNC member to argue that minimum wages are 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43