This alert discusses hot topics and enforcement trends that have made an impact across the Middle East region in the first half of 2026, and signals developments to watch by the end of the year, with a focus on Compliance (Anti-Bribery and Corruption, Anti-Money Laundering, Sanctions, Data Protection), Foreign Direct
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Julie Teperow
Julie Teperow advises multinational clients on complex local and international regulatory, public policy, and corporate matters. She advises across a broad range of sectors, including life sciences, technology and consumer products. She has particular experience with regional cross-border compliance issues, helping clients navigate regulatory frameworks and the practical issues arising when doing business in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Julie also has experience with government affairs in the GCC â advising companies on commercial, trade and market access. She has expertise in advising companies on entering and dealing with issues particular to emerging markets.
In addition to regulatory compliance and government affairs, Julie assists clients with regulatory aspects of corporate and commercial transactions, including employment issues. She also acts as the firm’s representative for the Women’s Forum for the Dubai office.