Legal Framework
From The Report: Egypt 2016
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OBG introduces the reader to the different aspects of the legal system in Egypt, in partnership with AB & David. OBG talks to David Ofosu-Dorte, CEO, AB & David, on a new legal regime for nuclear energy.

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By the book: A review of the regulatory environment for international companies operating in Egypt
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In the following, we aim to shed some light on the more relevant laws applicable in Egypt. In this respect, we shall focus on the corporate, labour, investment and property laws of the country. 1. Corporate Law All newly established corporate vehicles in Egypt are subject to the provisions of the Companies Law No. 159 of 1981 (the “Companies Law”), which is the general law of application. The Companies Law prescribes all corporate governance rules and regulations, and regulates management,…

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Changing with the times: Mohamad Talaat, Co-Managing Partner, Helmy, Hamza & Partners, on laying the legal groundwork for continued economic expansion
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Egypt has undergone a series of dramatic political developments, leaving the country with various economic challenges to address. While the uprisings lifted the country from stagnation, they also interrupted commerce, leading to a prolonged closure of the stock market and a marked drop in tourism. In recent decades, the focus has been on providing greater incentives for investments. The Companies Law No. 159 of 1981, passed during the Sadat administration, flung open the door to domestic and foreign…