Practice Notes
Ibrachy & Dermarkar Law Firm may issue practice notes to provide guidance on issues relevant to their areas of expertise. Practice notes are intended to assist clients and Legal Professionals in understanding the legal landscape and identifying best practices.
Legal Update: Ultimate Beneficial Owner in Egypt
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has issued on January 8, 2025 a Guiding Manual on Identifying Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs). This manual sets a critical regulatory framework for banks…
US Executive Order on IP Violations and Trade Tariffs
The executive order of 2 April 2025 sparked interesting debates and discussions in the national and international media. Most of these debates focus on the announced aim for the executive…
New Egyptian Labor Law No. 14 of 2025
Pursuant to the amendments introduced by Law No. 141 of 2019 to the Egyptian Investment Law No. 72 of 2017, companies in Egypt with foreign direct or indirect investment contributions,…
Protecting Your Intellectual Property Rights in Egypt: A Guide for Foreign Companies
In today’s knowledge-driven economy, understanding Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) is more important than ever. Whether you are an entrepreneur, inventor, or business leader, protecting your creations and innovations is essential…
Construction Law in Egypt: Structuring Projects, Managing Risk
In Egypt’s fast-growing construction sector, contracts are the backbone. The majority of major projects adopt FIDIC-based contracts, tailored to Egyptian law. These contracts govern everything from risk allocation and variation…
Foreign Direct Investment Reporting Obligations under Egyptian Law
Pursuant to the amendments introduced by Law No. 141 of 2019 to the Egyptian Investment Law No. 72 of 2017, companies in Egypt with foreign direct or indirect investment contributions,…
Greener Skies Ahead: The Future of Aviation
Aviation is an essential driver of Egypt’s economy, supporting tourism, trade, and regional connectivity. However, the sector’s environmental impact, especially its greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollution, poses a…
“America First”: How Trump’s Second Term Could Impact Egypt’s Economy
Trump’s “America First” policies are set to continue shaping global trade and economic landscapes. While his focus on domestic economic revival, reshoring industries, reducing US reliance on foreign markets, and…
The New Egyptian Merger Control Regime: Quick Recap
In a landmark development for Egypt’s competition policy, Law No. 175/2022 introduced pre-merger control to the Egyptian Competition Law (ECL). This marks a significant milestone, bringing Egypt closer to global…