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The Confidential Disclosure Agreement (CDA) is essential for businesses operating in Saudi Arabia who need to share sensitive information while ensuring legal protection under Saudi law and Sharia principles. This document is typically used before entering into detailed business discussions, during due diligence processes, or when exploring potential partnerships or transactions. The CDA establishes clear obligations regarding the handling of confidential information, including trade secrets, proprietary technology, business plans, and customer data. It incorporates specific requirements from Saudi Arabian regulations, including the Personal Data Protection Law and Commercial Court Law, while ensuring Sharia compliance. The agreement is particularly crucial given Saudi Arabia's developing legal framework for data protection and intellectual property rights.

1. Parties: Identification of the disclosing and receiving parties, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the agreement and purpose of sharing confidential information

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms including 'Confidential Information', 'Representatives', 'Purpose', and other relevant terms

4. Scope of Confidential Information: Detailed description of what constitutes confidential information under the agreement

5. Obligations of Confidentiality: Core confidentiality obligations, including use restrictions and standard of care

6. Permitted Disclosures: Circumstances under which confidential information may be disclosed to representatives or as required by law

7. Term and Survival: Duration of the agreement and survival of obligations after termination

8. Return or Destruction of Confidential Information: Requirements for handling confidential information upon termination or request

9. No Grant of Rights: Clarification that no intellectual property rights are transferred

10. Remedies: Available remedies in case of breach, including injunctive relief

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Saudi Arabian law and jurisdiction for dispute resolution

12. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including amendments, notices, and severability