Publications

RR NEWSLETTER ISSUE 35
February 24, 2025
Legal Updates1 Taxes New Tax Incentives for SMEs: Understanding Egypt’s Law No. 6 of 2025 Pharmaceutical New Rules for Handling Expired Pharmaceuticals Insights into Egypt’s New Regulations on Pharmaceutical Expirat...

Dr. Eman Riad Wins Employment Lawyer of the Year at the Legal500 Middle East and North Africa Awards 2025
February 14, 2025
Riad & Riad is proud to announce that Dr. Eman Riad, the founding partner of the firm, has been named Employment Lawyer of the Year for the Middle East region at the prestigious Legal500 Middle East and North Af...

Riad & Riad Recognition in Chambers Global Guide
February 14, 2025
Riad & Riad Law Firm is proud to announce its outstanding rankings in the 2025 Chambers Global Guide across three critical practice areas: Corporate/M&A Dispute Resolution: Litigation Projects & Energy....

First Meeting of Egypt’s National Wages Council: Key Decisions and Outcomes
February 14, 2025
Introduction On February 9, 2025, the National Wages Council (Council) held its first meeting under the leadership of Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning and Economic Development and International Cooperation....

New Tax Incentives for SMEs: Understanding Egypt’s Law No. 6 of 2025
February 14, 2025
Introduction On February 12, 2025, the President of the Republic of Egypt enacted Law No. 6 of 2025. This law introduces a series of tax incentives and facilities aimed at supporting projects with an annual turnover...

Insights into Egypt’s New Regulations on Pharmaceutical Expiration and Returns
February 14, 2025
Q: What is Decree 39 of 2025 issued by the Egyptian Drug Authority? A: Decree 39 of 2025 is a regulation issued by the Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA) on February 13, 2025 setting specific guidelines for the importati...

Q&A on the New Rules for Handling Expired Pharmaceuticals
February 14, 2025
Introduction The Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA) has recently issued Decree No. 47 of 2025 (Decree), a pivotal regulation aimed at enhancing the management of expired pharmaceutical products. The Decree establishes cl...

Victory for a Multinational Japanese Medical Devices Manufacturer: Court Clarifies Agency vs. Distribution
January 4, 2025
We are proud to announce a significant legal victory secured by our firm on behalf of a leading multinational Japanese medical devices manufacturer in a complex dispute with its local distributor in Egypt. This case...

RR NEWSLETTER ISSUE 34
December 29, 2024
Investment Opportunities Egyptian Government Invites Bidders for Seawater Desalination PPP Project Investment Opportunities in Egypt’s 2025 IPO Program Legal Updates1 Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical Warehouses New Com...
Egyptian Government Invites Bidders for Seawater Desalination PPP Project
December 28, 2024
The Egyptian Government, represented in the General Authority for the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone), has invited interested companies to submit prequalification applications to qualify for the design, financing,...

New Hires Announced: A Strong Start to 2025
December 26, 2024
As we usher in 2025, Riad & Riad is delighted to announce the newest members of our team, whose expertise and passion for the legal profession promise to elevate the services we provide to our valued clients. Th...

Pharmaceutical Warehouses New Compliance Requirements
December 24, 2024
On December 22, 2024, Egypt’s government issued Decree No. 725 of 2024 concerning the Conditions and Procedures for Licensing Pharmaceutical Warehouses. This long-awaited legislation follows a six-month suspension o...

Egypt’s New Refugee Law: A Milestone in Regulation and Rights Protection
December 24, 2024
With a growing number of refugees seeking asylum in Egypt, Law No. 164 of 2024 (“the Law”) was enacted to establish a comprehensive framework for managing refugee affairs and safeguarding their rights. Officially pu...

Riad & Riad Participates in the Second Annual Sino-International Law Forum in China
December 24, 2024
Riad & Riad was honored to participate in the Second Annual Sino-International Law Forum held in China, organized by SIPAC. The forum brought together global legal and industry experts to explore critical legal...

Riad & Riad Sponsors and Participates in Sharm El-Sheikh IX Arbitration Conference
December 24, 2024
Riad & Riad was proud to sponsor and actively participate in the Sharm El-Sheikh IX Arbitration Conference, organized by the Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA). Held in the s...

NUCA Issues New Regulations on Land Ownership and Development in the Western North Coast
December 24, 2024
The Real Estate and Commercial Affairs Sector of the New Urban Communities Authority (NUCA) has issued official guidance to the Western North Coast Development Authority, outlining regulations on land ownership and...

Egypt’s Tax Reform Initiative: First Phase Announced
December 24, 2024
In October 2024, Egypt’s Ministry of Finance introduced a far-reaching tax reform initiative aimed at streamlining administrative procedures, expanding the taxpayer base, and fostering a more supportive environment...

Investment Opportunities in Egypt’s 2025 IPO Program
December 24, 2024
The Government of Egypt (GoE) has unveiled an ambitious Initial Public Offering (IPO) Program for 2025, presenting a unique opportunity for strategic investors to participate in the privatization of 10 state-owned e...

RR NEWSLETTER ISSUE 33
November 1, 2024
Legal Updates1 Merger & Acquisition New Law Empowers Private Sector to Overhaul Healthcare in Egypt FRA Approves Egypt’s First SPAC and Establishes New Regulatory Framework Insurance Egypt’s New Unified Insuranc...

FRA’s New Approvals for Ownership, Acquisition, or Merger of Non-Banking Financial Companies
October 31, 2024
On August 29, 2024, the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) issued Decree No. 178 of 2024, setting out a structured framework for approving ownership, control, acquisition, or merger of companies involved in non-ba...

Riad & Riad Sponsors MENA Employment Summit 2024 — Dr. Eman Riad to Lead Session on Workplace Internal Investigations
October 29, 2024
We are delighted to announce Riad & Riad’s sponsorship of the MENA Employment Summit, taking place on November 21, 2024, in Dubai. This summit will gather regional leaders in employment law and human resources f...

Riad & Riad Sponsors Sharm El Sheikh IX on the Role of Courts in International Arbitration
October 29, 2024
We are pleased to announce that Riad & Riad is a sponsor of Sharm El Sheikh IX conference organized by CRCICA. Sharm El Sheikh IX is an internationally recognized conference focused on the evolving Role of Court...

Understanding Saudi Arabia’s New Real Estate Tax Law: Key Changes and Implications
October 29, 2024
On Tuesday, September 17, 2024 (14th of Rabi Al Awal 1446), the Cabinet of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia issued Decree No. 239 of 1446, officially approving a new Real Estate Transactions Tax Law (“Law”). The Law was...

Egypt’s New Trade and Settlement Rules for Private-to-Private (P2P) Projects – A Pathway to Private Investment in Electricity
October 29, 2024
Egypt, in alignment with its Vision 2030, is actively promoting renewable energy investment through the Egyptian Electricity Utility and Consumer Protection Regulatory Authority (EgyptERA). In support of this goal,...