Saudi Arabia's evolving regulatory environment has been instrumental in attracting foreign investment. While the Kingdom continues to liberalize its markets in line with Vision 2030, legal compliance remains highly sector-dependent. From licensing requirements to ownership restrictions, each industry operates within a distinct regulatory framework that foreign investors shall navigate. At...
A Deep Dive into Egypt’s New Labor Law No. 14 of 2025
Egypt has officially started a new era for its workforce with the publishment of Labor Law No. 14 of 2025. This landmark legislation, expected to take effect on September 1, 2025, with specialized labor courts commencing operations on October 1, 2025, marks a significant departure from the previous Labor Law...
Understanding U.S. ESOPs: A Founder’s Legal Guide to Employee Ownership
Shehata & Partners is pleased to share this guidebook with startups that are interested in scaling their operations and incentivizing their employees. This guidebook offers objective information about employee stock ownership plans (“ESOPs”) in the United States. It explains what an ESOP is, its advantages, conditions, limits, and how to...
The Legal Framework of Cloud Computing in Egypt: 2025 Update
Egypt's cloud computing sector is experiencing rapid growth, fueled by the nation's digital transformation initiatives and strategic geographical position. As businesses increasingly migrate to the cloud, understanding the evolving legal and regulatory framework becomes more and more relevant to businesses across all sectors. Regulatory Framework: NTRA's Oversight The National Telecommunications...
The New Investment Law and Commercial Registration in Saudi Arabia: Key Updates
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has introduced a new Investment Law, effective February 2025, aiming to enhance the Kingdom's attractiveness to both local and foreign investors. This law replaces the previous Foreign Investment Law of 2000 and brings significant reforms to the investment landscape. The new Investment Law and updates...
Saudi MISA Penalties Explained: Official Guidelines for Business Compliance
Saudi Arabia's new Investment Regulation (the "Investment Law") represents a major shift in the Kingdom's approach to business compliance, effective from February 12th, 2025. This transformation limits the scope of sanctions imposed on investors, enhancing predictability and transparency in the regulatory framework. The new Investment Law significantly reduces the maximum...
The New Labour Law Draft vs. The Current Labour Law in Egypt: Key Changes You Need to Know
Labour regulations are undergoing a major transformation. The forthcoming draft Labour Law, set to replace Labour Law No. 12/2003, introduces crucial updates aimed at streamlining employment practices and fostering a more adaptable, business-friendly landscape. These reforms signal a shift towards a modernized framework that balances economic growth with workforce development.At...
The Egyptian Competition Authority: Shaping Economic Laws and Merger Control
The Egyptian Competition Authority (ECA) serves as the main protector of fair market practices and economic efficiency in this key market. Established under Law No. 3 of 2005, the ECA is the regulatory body responsible for enforcing competition law in the country. The ECA is tasked with investigating anti-competitive behavior,...
Navigating Labor Law in Saudi Arabia: Key Amendments Explained
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has launched its most sweeping labor reforms. The Kingdom's latest amendments to labor laws demonstrate its dedication to modernizing workforce regulations that support its Vision 2030.These reforms impact employment contracts, employees protections, compensation structures and workplace policies. It is important for business owners, HR professionals...
Understanding the New Carbon Credit Trading Regulations in Egypt
Egypt's Financial Regulatory Authority (the “FRA”) has introduced new carbon trading regulations, marking a significant step towards environmental sustainability. These regulations establish a framework for carbon certificates trading, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote carbon reduction projects. The move aligns Egypt with global efforts to combat climate change...