Middle East: Finance and Banking

Egyptian Law No. 93 of 2000 establishes a comprehensive legal framework for central depository and registration of financial instruments, transforming Egypt's capital market infrastructure from physical securities trading to an integrated electronic system. How does this legislation enhance market efficiency, protect investor rights, and align with international best practices in financial market regulation?

The Qatar Financial Markets Authority has introduced a new regulatory framework enabling licensed financial services firms to conduct specified activities in international financial markets with prior approval. This regime establishes comprehensive operational requirements, client protection measures, and oversight mechanisms while expanding Qatar's capital markets access to international investment opportunities.

Repatriation of profits in Egypt is the question that matters most too foreign investors, and it usually arrives after the deal is done. Making money in Egypt is one thing. Moving it abroad in a clear, lawful...