Middle East: Transport

Qatar's new Law No. 3 of 2025 introduces significant regulatory changes for air travel and cargo offices, removing nationality requirements for license applicants and mandating corporate-only licensing. The legislation consolidates previously separate frameworks while establishing new standards for international distribution systems and hazardous materials handling.

Before the issuance of the Air Travel and Cargo Law, air travel offices were regulated under Law No. 26 of 2006, while air cargo offices were regulated under Law No. 6 of 2010. To facilitate better coordination, Qatar decided to regulate travel and air cargo offices under a single piece of legislation due to the interconnected nature of their activities and because both fall under the same regulatory authority.

Egypt's civil aviation sector operates under a comprehensive legal framework that balances safety, sovereignty, and international compliance. From aircraft registration and operator licensing to passenger rights and liability standards, the regulatory system overseen by the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority ensures that every flight meets rigorous operational and safety requirements while aligning with global aviation conventions.

Egypt's maritime and intellectual property sectors operate under comprehensive regulatory frameworks that balance national security with investment incentives. The shipping agency licensing system under Law 800 of 2016 establishes strict capital requirements, operational mandates, and supervisory protocols for vessel management services.

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Egypt's land transport sector has undergone a radical transformation with the emergence of smart transportation platforms that connect drivers with passengers through mobile applications.

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Every jurisdiction adopts its own legislative framework to regulate the transportation and mobility sector, including the deployment of electric vehicles ("EVs").