Egypt

Years of careful financial regulation have helped to create a robust banking system. The sector has continued to boast low levels of non-...

Egypt’s robust fundamentals – supported by a diversified economy, sustained levels of consumer spending and a large workforce – has created a dynamic business climate and helped further develop the economy. This has enabled the country to avoid some of the more severe repercussions of the Covid-19 pandemic faced by neighbouring nations. According to IMF forecasts, GDP is expected to expand...

The Guide contains listings of accommodation options in Cairo for both business and leisure travellers. Helpful information is laid out on visa regulations and business etiquette, as well as on public and private transport options for navigating during your stay.

Foreign investors looking to establish a business in Egypt – whether directly or through a joint venture – can enter the market by establishing a legal entity, the structure of which would depend on the needs and the scope of business involved. The government continues to work to attract investment, especially in several mega-projects in fields such as electricity, energy, industry,...

The Covid-19 pandemic brought the limitations of the Egyptian health care sector under the spotlight, notably in regards to the medical staff-to-patient ratios and hospital bed numbers below the regional average. However, the health crisis has also helped to spur investment across the sector, especially in telehealth and medical technologies. Egypt is now advancing in its aim to deliver...

In 2020, when international arrivals and tourism operations were affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, there was a worry that the tourism industry would lose its post-2017 momentum. However, efforts have been made to maintain the upward trend. Indeed, public investment in the tourism sector and concerted marketing campaigns aimed at fuelling engagement laid the groundwork for a rebound. In May...