Ministerial Resolution No. (6) of 2026 introduces a streamlined enforcement framework for cheques endorsed by the drawee bank as having “insufficient funds” whether due to full or partial non-payment. The Resolution reflects recent amendments to Bahrain’s Commercial Law and confirms a…
Bahrain’s First Reverse Merger: ASAR Advises BFLC and Truffle Hospitality on Share-Swap Transaction
Bahrain Family Leisure Company (BFLC), a Bahrain Bourse-listed hospitality and entertainment company, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Truffle Hospitality Holding W.L.L., the food and beverage subsidiary of Dividend Gate Capital, by way of a share-swap reverse merger. Upon completion,…
Remote Hearings in Bahrain: Key Considerations for Corporate and Cross-Border Litigants
The Ministry of Justice and Islamic Affairs has issued Decision No. 114 of 2025, introducing a formal regulatory framework for the conduct of remote court proceedings in Bahrain. The Decision applies to civil, commercial and criminal matters and permits hearings to…
Bahrain’s Secured Transactions Law: Expanding Access to Corporate Finance
Bahrain’s long-awaited Secured Transactions Law (Law No. 3 of 2026) was officially published in the Official Gazette on Thursday, 29 January 2026, confirming the introduction of a modern legal framework governing the creation, perfection, priority, and enforcement of security rights over…
Bahrain Corporate & Finance Shortlist: Chambers Middle East Awards 2026
ASAR Bahrain has been shorlisted for Bahrain Coroporate & Finance Domestic Law Firm of the Year at the Chambers Middle East Awards 2026. The recognition reflects the expertise and dedication of our Bahrain corporate and finance team over the past year, and the trust our clients…
Launching the Inaugural GC Powerlist: Bahrain
ASAR – Al Ruwayeh & Partners is the exclusive sponsor of the Legal500’s first ever GC Powerlist: Bahrain. Nominations are now open, with the list to be published in April 2026. This inaugural edition will recognise Bahrain’s most influential and accomplished…
Building Institutional Private Credit for Fintech in Bahrain
ASAR Bahrain advised on the Bahrain law aspects of the structuring of a USD 22 million asset-backed credit facility for FLOOSS, marking Bahrain’s first private asset-backed financing structure for a fintech platform. The transaction represents an important development in Bahrain’s private…
Introducing Deena Radhi: ASAR Art Arena 2026
ASAR welcomes Deena Radhi as our featured artist for 2026. Her work will be showcased throughout the year as part of ASAR’s Art Arena, our ongoing initiative supporting artists from across the region. Deena is a Bahraini abstract expressionist whose practice…
Happy New Year!
As the new year begins, we wish you and your family good health, new opportunities, and a positive year ahead. Happy New Year from ASAR.
Bahrain energy divestment: advising Engie
ASAR has advised Engie on the Bahrain aspects of its regional divestment from the Middle East energy sector. The transaction involved the sale by Engie’s UAE-based subsidiary to ACWA Power of its direct and indirect interests in several power generation and operations and…