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Find out moreWelcome to the first edition of Law Update for 2025. As we begin this exciting year, we are pleased to turn our attention to one of the most dynamic sectors in the UAE and the broader GCC region – healthcare. Over the past several years, the region has seen unprecedented growth in this sector, driven by legislative advancements, technological innovations, and the increasing focus on sustainability and AI. As such, healthcare is set to be one of the most important sectors in the coming decade.
In this issue, we explore key themes that are significantly shaping the future of healthcare in the UAE, such as recent changes in foreign ownership laws. These reforms present a major opportunity for foreign investors, opening up new avenues for international collaborations and improving the overall healthcare infrastructure. The changes in ownership laws are an important milestone, and we provide an analysis of what this means for the industry and the various players involved.
Read NowThe United Arab Emirates (“UAE”) has recently issued a new law to regulate the use of the human genome, which is the complete genetic material of a living organism. The law aims to ensure the safe and ethical use of the human genome for various purposes, such as health, research, and legal matters, while protecting the rights and dignity of individuals and the public interest. The law also establishes a national genomic database and a genome programme to utilise the genomic data of the UAE citizens and develop the Emirati genome reference.
It introduces several significant changes, such as:
While genomic technology holds immense potential for advancing human health, knowledge, and living standards, effective governance and legal frameworks are essential to ensure that the benefits of genomic technology are realized while minimizing its risks. The new law is a comprehensive and advanced legislation that reflects the UAE vision, and as the implementing resolutions come into place in 2024, we expect further innovation of the health sector as well as heightened protection of the rights of individuals in the UAE.
Al Tamimi & Company can assist and provide unparalleled expertise and guidance to individuals and organisations navigating the complex landscape of the UAE’s Genome Law. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
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