Tamimi Talks

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  No Longer Nomadic: Why Investors Are Becoming Middle East 'Lifers' 10.07.2026 18min

  How resilient is the Middle East's real estate market in the face of geopolitical uncertainty? In this special Law Update podcast episode, Andrew Thomson, Head of Real Estate, Hotels & Leisure, joins Kirsty De Sousa, Senior Knowledge Lawyer, to discuss the key themes from Andrew's latest Law Update article. Together, they explore why the UAE's real estate market has entered a more mature phase, how geopolitical developments are reshaping investment decisions, and where opportunities are emerging across Saudi Arabia, Oman and the wider region.⁠    
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  The Decades-Long Horizon: The New Era of China-MENA Legal & Industrial Alliances 26.06.2026 12min

  The China-MENA relationship is undergoing a massive evolutionary leap. We are moving past the era of simple, transactional contracting and stepping into a new frontier: deeply integrated, decades-long industrial and technology alliances. But what does it actually take to build a cross-border partnership that lasts? In this episode, Thomas Calvert, Partner and Head of our China Group unpacks the practical legal and corporate realities of this shifting landscape. 中国与中东北非地区的关系正在经历一次重大的跨越式发展。 我们正在告别简单的交易型合同时代，迈入一个全新的领域：深度融合、跨越数十年的产业与技术联盟。然而，构建一个经得起时间考验的跨境合作伙伴关系，究竟需要什么？ 在本期节目中，我们合伙人兼中国业务部负责人Thomas Calvert将深入解读这一变革浪潮下，企业与法律层面不可忽视的实战洞见。
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  Managing Expat Workforce in Iraq: Legal Realities Under Regional Pressure 03.06.2026 10min

  Regional unrest brings unique compliance challenges for multinational companies operating in Iraq. What happens to your legal and financial obligations when expat employees are suddenly evacuated? Join Zainab Hassan and Haydar Jawad as they break down the latest regulatory realities of managing a foreign workforce in Iraq. They discuss the legal risks of uncancelled work permits including ongoing tax and social security exposure, the strict rules surrounding local Iraqi workforce ratios, and how to proactively negotiate with the Ministry of Labour during a crisis. Tune in to learn how to safeguard your business and maintain regulatory compliance, even amid exceptional circumstances.
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  Navigating the Moroccan Nexus: A Guide to Global Antitrust Compliance 13.05.2026 11min

  Is your Moroccan economic nexus triggering mandatory filing thresholds? As the Moroccan Competition Council intensifies its oversight, understanding the local landscape is critical for international dealmakers. In the latest Tamimi Talks, Partners Mariam Sabet and Omar Zizi examine the sophisticated surge in antitrust enforcement and what it means for multi-jurisdictional mandates.   Key strategic takeaways: The "Gun Jumping" Crackdown: Why the Council is proactively monitoring and sanctioning unnotified deals. Investigative Dawn Raids: How the Council uses its powers to audit merger control compliance. The Accelerated Route: A deep dive into the "Express" filing process including timelines, and strategic advantages. Regional Cooperation: How Morocco coordinates with the Arab Competition Network (ACN) to flag global transactions.   Listen to the full podcast to ensure your next transaction doesn't fall into the trap of gun jumping sanctions.
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  The Use of Intermediaries in Defence Procurement in the GCC 27.04.2026 13min

  In this episode of Tamimi Talks, Grahame Nelson sits down with Andrea Tithecott, Frank Lucente and Chris Webb to examine the role of intermediaries in defence procurement across the GCC, and the implications this has for organisations operating in the sector.   As procurement structures become more layered and regulatory expectations continue to evolve, the discussion moves beyond theory to focus on how risk is actually allocated in practice. From questions of accountability and oversight to the realities of compliance and reputational exposure, the episode unpacks where intermediary arrangements can create unintended consequences if not carefully managed.   This conversation offers a practical lens on how businesses should be approaching third-party engagement in high-stakes environments, providing clarity on how to structure relationships, manage exposure, and align with increasing scrutiny in the defence sector.   Follow to stay up to date with the latest legal and commercial insights across the region.
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  The Geopolitical Pivot: Reassessing Global Economic Trends with Robert Willock 13.04.2026 31min

  In this episode of Tamimi Talks, Mariam Sabet sits down with Robert Willock, Global Director of The Economist Enterprise: Corporate Network, to tackle the defining question of 2026: is the global economy merely navigating a temporary shock, or are we witnessing a permanent, structural transformation? As regional conflicts rewrite long-held economic assumptions in real-time, Robert pulls back the curtain on how experts forecast a future where the "old normal" has effectively disappeared. The conversation provides a deep dive into high-stakes scenarios, ranging from the risk of further escalation to the hope for de-escalatory ceasefires that will dictate the financial landscape for months to come. This discussion is essential listening for those looking to understand the complex intersection of geopolitics and global trade, offering data-driven clarity for navigating an increasingly volatile market where "economic security" has become the primary driver of global engagement. Note: This conversation took place on Monday, 6 April, two days before the ceasefire was announced.