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A Year-End Insight into Energy & Climate Law
This special edition of Law Update, marking Al Tamimi & Company’s 35th anniversary, explores the evolving legal landscape of energy and climate law across the region.
As the Middle East prioritises sustainable growth, this edition examines key developments shaping the future of the sector. From the UAE’s Federal Law No. 11 of 2024 to advancements in green hydrogen, solar financing, and carbon capture technology, we spotlight the innovative strides and challenges defining this critical area.
We also go into Saudi Arabia’s initiatives to integrate carbon capture into its industrial expansion and Egypt’s AFRICARBONEX platform, which underscores the region’s commitment to a sustainable and inclusive future.
Join us as we celebrate 35 years of legal excellence and forward-thinking insights, paving the way for a more sustainable tomorrow.
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Francis Patalong
Senior Counsel
Biography
Francis Patalong is a Senior Associate in the Corporate Commercial practice in our Riyadh office.
Frank has broad experience of acting for government departments, authorities, sponsors, developers and contractors on complex projects in the power, defence, transport and social infrastructure sectors as well as general corporate and commercial matters in a variety of jurisdictions including UK, South Africa and KSA.
Recent Experience
- Advising several major international principals in the automotive and pharmaceutical sectors on the renegotiation/deregistration of distribution agreements in KSA.
- Advising project management companies on the Riyadh Metro Project and the North South Railway line.
- Advised major international port developer on its joint venture with state investment fund in KSA.
- Advising on several franchise agreements in the food/beverage and real estate sectors.
- Advised several international companies on advertising regulations and product placement in KSA.
Language(s)
- English
- French
Education
1990 – BA English Literature, Oxford University
Admission
1997 – Solicitor of Supreme Court
Practice(s)
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