A land of opportunity… for scammers, too
High profile cases are mounting in the UAE as bribery, abuse of power, and financial impropriety tear through companies. These crimes harm both shareholders and investor confidence.
June 1, 2010 10:36Omar bin Sulaiman, former DIFC governor released from jail
Sulaiman still under investigation, prosecution says.
May 21, 2010 12:26
Dubai gets tough on fraud
Those found guilty of corruption now face heavier prison sentences. But Kipp readers are divided over whether enough is being done to tackle financial crime.
April 6, 2010 1:43
Corruption cases that rocked Dubai
A string of arrests and unprecedented action by financial regulators shows that the emirate is clamping down on fraud. We take a look at six cases that shook Dubai Inc.
March 25, 2010 4:29Former DIFC chief held in fraud probe
Omar bin Sulaiman, former governor of the Dubai International Financial Center, is being questioned by authorities over alleged $13.6 million financial crime.
March 24, 2010 10:43
It’s a family affair, for now
Sheikh Mohammed has reshuffled a number of high profile individuals, and replaced them with members of his family and his inner circle.
November 22, 2009 2:10
A major step for Turkey
As Prime Minister Erdogan showcases Turkey's prestige on a visit to the White House, the country has its ratings upgraded...
May 19, 2013 9:45
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26