UAE Regulator Approves Gulf’s First SPAC Framework

The United Arab Emirates’ Securities and Commodities Authority has approved a regulatory framework for special purpose acquisition companies, the first in the Gulf, REuters reports, citing a statement Monday from the Abu Dhabi Media Office.

The regulation also allows sponsors abroad to apply for approval to list their SPACs on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), the office said. Read more.

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