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FIFA Faces Legal Challenge Over Human Rights Violations in 2034 World Cup Bid to Saudi Arabia

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Zurich, Switzerland — Three lawyers, including FIFA’s former anti-corruption adviser, have lodged an official complaint against the organization for allegedly breaching its own human rights policy in the decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia. They argue that a purportedly flawed report by the law firm AS&H Clifford Chance neglected significant human rights issues in its assessment. The formal grievance was submitted through FIFA’s online complaint portal by Mark Pieth, a former FIFA adviser; Stefan Wehrenberg, a partner at Wehrenberg Law in Switzerland; and British barrister Rodney Dixon. Their complaint highlights that … Read more

"Legal Showdown: Egyptian Lawyers Challenge Controversial Transfer of Tiran and Sanafir Islands to Saudi Arabia"

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Fifty-seven Egyptian lawyers have filed an appeal in Egypt’s Administrative Court, contesting a maritime border agreement signed with Saudi Arabia in August 2016. This agreement facilitates the transfer of sovereignty over the Red Sea islands of Tiran and Sanafir to Saudi Arabia, a move that has sparked significant controversy. Lawyer Ali Ayoub, who spearheaded the filing, stated that the appeal aims to suspend the ratification of the agreement, arguing it violates Article 151 of the Egyptian Constitution. The legal action also seeks to annul any repercussions arising from the agreement, asserting that the islands should … Read more

Saudi Arabia’s ‘Gigaproject’ Rejects Former CEO’s Settlement in $120 Million Legal Battle

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — In a high-stakes legal battle, a former CEO’s attempt to settle a $120 million lawsuit against a major Saudi Arabian ‘gigaproject’ has been dismissed, sources revealed on Thursday. Known as one of the most ambitious development ventures in the kingdom, the project’s rejection of the settlement proposal underscores the complexity of the disputes shadowing its execution. The lawsuit springs from accusations against the ex-chief executive, who claims wrongful termination and financial discrepancies tied to the project’s management. These claims have been firmly denied by the project authorities, who argue that the … Read more

Saudi Arabia Advances Digital Ambitions with Comprehensive Legal Reforms in 2024

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia strives to fulfill its Vision 2030, a blueprint for economic diversification and innovation-driven growth, the nation’s legal frameworks are undergoing rapid transformations. Central to this ambitious plan is the integration of technology across various sectors, with a significant emphasis on the regulatory landscapes that govern data and artificial intelligence (AI). This year, several pivotal legal updates have been implemented, further outlining the country’s commitment to becoming a global hub for technological innovation. In September 2024, the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL), an integral piece … Read more