Oxford business group signs agreement with al-Sarraf & al-Ruwayeh as its official legal research partner
Oxford Business Group (OBG) the highly acclaimed global publishing, research and consultancy firm has signed a law partnership with the prestigious Al-Sarraf & Al-Ruwayeh (in association with Stephenson Harwood) under which it will act as its official legal research partner for the upcoming The Report: Kuwait 2009.
Al-Sarraf & Al-Ruwayeh will work with OBG’s experienced editorial team under the direction of the OBG Kuwait Editorial Manager, guiding and advising on the many changes taking place in the country’s laws, and assisting in the researching and writing of the legal section of The Report.
Diana Reinhart, OBG Kuwait Country Director, said: “Al-Sarraf & Al-Ruwayeh is perfectly placed to be able to provide the most eminent counsel and advice on Kuwait’s legal structures as the country moves through this most exciting and rewarding era.
“Their contribution will help to maintain the highest standards of accuracy and integrity which are the hallmark of all OBG publications.”
Ahmed Barakat, Managing Partner of Al-Sarraf & Al-Ruwayeh, said: “Our wide area of expertise, from advising banks, investment companies, major construction and other multinational corporations on a wide range of legal issues, negotiating high value and specialized contracts, and representing corporate clients in complex litigation and arbitration matters, gives us a high level of qualification for the role we will fulfill in the production of OBG’s publication.
“Our presence will enhance what is already an extremely high level of overall professional competence vital for such a trusted country guide.”
The Report: Kuwait 2009 will contain the most extensive, independent and accurate intelligence, including the most comprehensive review of the country’s business and economic environment available, with sector overviews and analysis supported by a list of exclusive interviews and viewpoints, and is being produced by a team of OBG analysts based in Kuwait for six months, conducting some two hundred interviews with leading political and economic figures.
The Report: Kuwait 2009, to be available in print form and online, will be part of the range of OBG's publications, renowned as leading sources of information on developing and emerging economies around the world.