Other Briefings
Steps to Set Up a Business in Egypt’s Public Free Zones
How to register and operate your business in Egypt’s public free zones. We review the application steps, fees, guarantees and more.
Egypt Eliminates Capital Gains on Stock Transactions: Implications for Investors
Egypt has eliminated capital gains tax on stock transactions, introducing a low, fixed stamp duty to simplify compliance market participation.
Egypt’s Public Free Zones Explained: Tax Breaks, Exports, and Investor Benefits
Egypt’s new public free zones come with incentives, customs exemptions, and export-only production rules to reach US$140 billion in exports.
Egypt Amended VAT Law: What Businesses Need to Know
Egypt’s amended VAT Law expands the tax base by removing key exemptions and revising rates, affecting several sectors to comply.
Egypt Introduces Targeted VAT Amendments to Broaden Tax Base
Egypt has enacted targeted VAT amendments, expanding the tax base in construction, real estate, energy, tobacco and alcohol, while preserving exemptions for essentials and promoting digital invoicing to boost equity and compliance.
Egypt Offers 15% Suez Canal Discount to Regain Trade Flow
Egypt introduces a 15 percent discount on Suez Canal transit fees to offset trade losses from Red Sea disruptions. A look at the background, impact, and implications for global business.
Egypt’s New Labor Law: Modern Employment Framework, Alignment with Global Standards
Egypt’s New Labor Law, introduces modern employment structures, updated parental protections, and streamlined dispute resolution.
Egypt and the US Sign US$235 Million Locomotive Deal, Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Amid global tariff uncertainty, Egypt and US trade ties reinforced with a US$235 million railway modernization deal.
Egypt Approves Budget for FY2025-26 Amidst IMF Pressure
Egypt’s FY2025-26 budget, totaling EGP 4.6 trillion (US$90.97 billion), focuses on fiscal discipline, social protection, and economic growth, aligning with IMF-backed reforms. Key measures include increased subsidies, higher public sector wages, and targeted investments in productivity and infrastructure.
Egypt-India Economic Ties Eyeing US$12 Billion Trade Target & Investment
Egypt and India are strengthening trade and investment ties, aiming to increase bilateral trade from US$4.2 billion in 2024 to US$12 billion in five years, with key sectors including renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, and infrastructure.
