Can a DIFC company enforce a non-compete clause against a departing employee?

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DIFC Employment Law (DIFC Law No. 2 of 2019) โ€” Article 63

Post-termination non-compete restrictions are enforceable if reasonable in duration, geography, and scope of restricted activity.

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