Europe: Microplastics are found everywhere. In the context of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH Regulation), Regulation (EU) 1907/2006 of 12 November 2025 on preventing plastic pellet losses to reduce microplastic pollution (the Pellet Regulation) builds on the restrictions on intentionally added synthetic polymer microparticles (SPMs) introduced by Regulation (EU) 2023/2055.

Amsterdam: In the context of the Tax Plan 2025, the Dutch government proposed an “anti-fragmentation measure” within the earnings stripping rules of the corporate income tax. In a letter to the House of Representatives, the State Secretary for Finance has indicated that he does not intend to choose a policy direction at this stage, pending the publication of the European Commission’s Omnibus Directive proposal, which he expects will include amendments to the earnings stripping rules.

United Arab Emirates: Syndicated financings may appear as if the syndicated lenders are to always act collectively through the agent and the majority lender mechanics.

India: This newsletter provides a curated overview of significant Supreme Court judgments, High Court judgments, regulatory developments in Indian labour and employment law and a few foreign developments relevant for Indian employers with operations outside India from February to May 2026. It is intended for employers, HR teams and business stakeholders as an informational and awareness resource.

Ireland: Dark patterns and addictive designs are no longer just technical terms but societal concerns. The way in which consumers engage with technology and the potential impact of this has become part of the public discourse and is regularly reported upon in the media.

India: This newsletter provides a curated overview of significant Supreme Court judgments, High Court judgments, regulatory developments in Indian labour and employment law and a few foreign developments relevant for Indian employers with operations outside India from February to May 2026. It is intended for employers, HR teams and business stakeholders as an informational and awareness resource.

United Kingdom: On 5 June 2026 the final provisions of the EU Listing Act came into force, making further amendments to the EU rules on public offers and market abuse. This follows the recent overhaul of UK capital markets regulation. Companies planning to make cross-border offerings, or that are dual-listed in the UK and the EU, will now have to analyse their obligations under two increasingly different regimes. See our briefing for a comparison of the key provisions.

New Zealand: The Outer Space and High-altitude Activities Amendment Bill (the Amendment) came into effect on 29 July 2025 following urgent passage by Parliament on 23 July 2025. The Amendment introduced a new regulatory regime in respect of ground-based space infrastructure (GBSI). As part of the regulatory overhaul, the Outer Space and High-altitude Activities (Licenses, Permits, and Authorisations) Amendment Regulations 2026 was introduced and came into force on 7 May 2026. Authorisation is required for new GBSI-related activities. This article will outline the process for making an authorisation application.

Canada is entering a new era of defence, security and industrial investment. Budget 2025: Canada Strong, with the establishment of the Defence Investment Agency and an allocation of CA$81 billion in investment in the Canadian Armed Forces, as well as the federal government’s Defence Industrial Strategy, announced in February 2026 with a projection of approximately CA$290 billion in defence-related infrastructure investment by 2035, have crystalized the dawn of this era.

On June 4, 2026, CNSX Markets Inc., operator of the Canadian Securities Exchange (the CSE or the Exchange), published proposed amendments to the CSE Listing Policies (the Policies) that would eliminate the requirement for all listed issuers to complete and file a monthly progress report (Form 7) on a monthly basis, and repeal Form 7 in its entirety (the Proposed Amendments). The Proposed Amendments are classified as public interest rule amendments and are subject to public comment.

Nigeria: Over the course of the year, the Central Bank of Nigeria (“CBN”) has issued a series of circulars and directives that signal a more assertive and outcome driven approach to financial regulation. These measures range from credit discipline to payments, consumer protection, foreign exchange, digital financial services, and carry significant implications for banks, fintechs, corporates, investors, and boards operating within Nigeria’s financial system.

Global: Welcome to the June edition of Dentons' global data privacy and AI case law review. This update contains submissions from Dentons colleagues across the world, from the UK and EU to North America and the Far East.

Ukraine, Romania: As the international conversation around Ukraine’s reconstruction increasingly shifts from theory to implementation, attention has focused on the countries likely to serve as gateways for investment, logistics, financing and operational support.

India: Welcome to the May 2026 edition of the GIFT IFSC Newsletter, highlighting key legal, regulatory, and market developments across India’s International Financial Services Centre ecosystem. This edition captures significant initiatives aimed at strengthening GIFT IFSC’s position as a global financial and business hub, including reforms across banking, capital markets, fund management, insurance, leasing, fintech, and cross-border financial services.

India: In May 2026, key developments included CDSCO clarifying the regulatory status of cosmetic products used as injectables, implementation measures aimed at streamlining clinical trial and regulatory processes, ICMR’s introduction of operational guidelines for single ethics review of multicentre research, NABH’s release of new accreditation standards for Ayush hospitals, and regulatory initiatives affecting digital health, advertising and food businesses. Judicial developments during the month also provided important guidance on medical negligence proceedings and protection of pharmaceutical trademarks. This newsletter highlights key regulatory and policy developments relevant to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and healthcare sector stakeholders operating in India.

India: As we enter the third year of the current government’s five-year term, the shift in focus from announcing reforms to implementing the institutional frameworks needed for long-term economic growth is discernible. In May, this was the predominant trend across financial regulation, digital governance, AI, advanced manufacturing and cross-border investments. At home, the emphasis was on execution, while India's global engagement continued to prioritize trusted partnerships and resilient supply chains.

United Kingdom: HM Treasury published a policy statement on reform of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 (CCA) on 18 May 2026, with the FCA publishing a response on the same day.

New Zealand: Since the Christchurch earthquakes of 2011, issues related to earthquakes and seismic performance of buildings have been a common feature of commercial leasing transactions in New Zealand. Proposed changes to our earthquake-prone building regime may pose a significant further development for commercial leasing in New Zealand with the Building (Earthquake-prone Buildings) Amendment Bill (Amendment Bill) currently before Parliament. If enacted, the Amendment Bill will amend the Building Act 2004. At the time of writing, the Amendment Bill is before the Select Committee, with the committee scheduled to report back to Parliament on 16 June 2026.

GCC: Private credit continues to establish itself as an increasingly important part of the GCC financing landscape. While banks remain the dominant force across the region's lending markets, private credit has developed as a complementary source of liquidity and financing flexibility, particularly in transactions requiring bespoke structuring, long-term capital or accelerated execution timelines.

Argentina: Following a public consultation process initiated through IGJ General Resolution No. 2/2026—aimed at identifying the main operational challenges of the existing regime—on May 22, 2026, the Argentine Public Registry of Commerce (Inspección General de Justicia, “IGJ”) issued General Resolution No. 4/2026, which entered into force on May 27, 2026.