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Investment Law No. 72 of 2017 and its Executive Regulations

Investment Law No. 72 of 2017 and its amendments, outlines the principles for promoting investment activity in Egypt, taking into account the country’s developmental goals. The law aims to provide an investment climate that stimulates economic growth and increases Egypt’s attractiveness for both local and foreign investors. The Law also stipulates a number of guarantees that foster entrepreneurship, ensure fair competition, affirm equal opportunities, protect investment projects, and safeguard the freedom to transfer profits. Furthermore, the Law provides several advantages, the most important of which is improving the investment climate, simplifying the procedures for incorporating companies, encouraging investment in vital and strategic sectors, and offering a variety of investment incentives (general, special, and additional). In addition to ensuring flexibility in determining the activities in which foreign investors may invest, enhancing infrastructure and logistics services, and improving the overall business environment, along with paying attention to social aspects and protecting public health and the environment.


Law No.72 of 2017 & Its Executive Regulations