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In the following, we aim to shed some light on the more relevant laws applicable to foreign investors in Egypt. In this respect, we shall focus on the corporate, labour, investment and property laws of the country.

Egypt has experienced several dramatic political developments, leaving it with some economic challenges. While the uprisings lifted the country from stagnation, they also interrupted commerce, leading to a prolonged closure of the stock market and a drop in tourism.

Over the past few years, there have been several changes made to the laws in Egypt that have aimed to reshape the tax system. This is important in light of the vital changes that have been witnessed in the field of taxation on a global level due to the dramatic, yet persistent fluctuations, in the world economy.

Between 2011 and 2016 Egypt faced continuous political and economic changes. It grabbed the globe’s attention due to its strategic geographical location and its influential role in the Middle East. The year 2017 was a turning point for the economy, fuelled by a decisive reform agenda. Efforts to jump-start the economy were three-pronged,...

Opportunities to invest in health care for Egypt’s 96m citizens continue to increase as the population grows and applies pressure on existing hospital infrastructure, including updating technology, training and retaining skilled personnel. Attracting new market participants will be critical to meet new demands brought on by the changing...

As Egypt’s population grows and legislation moves toward a greater proportion of citizens having access to health insurance, demands on hospital services and spaces will increase, creating opportunities for new entrants to the market.