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Presidential decree to amend supply affairs, consumer protection laws
Proposed amendments seek to toughen penalties on hiding or refrain from selling supplies and petroleum products
3 real estate laws to be issued during current legislative session
Reconciliation on Building Violations Law will save government about EGP 150bn, says Abdel Ghani
Second legislative term sees highest number of laws passed since 1866
The parliament concluded the second legislative term with 217 laws passed
Egypt’s problem
Sometimes, I try to stay away from writing, because I feel that the written word should resonate with decision makers in Egypt in order for the writer and researcher to feel that his/her efforts were not in vain and can actually bear fruit that the society can reap. But the important thing is that each …
Political parties demand swift implementation of controversial cybercrime bill
Supporters of the bill claim that it will limit the activities of terrorists who use social media networks to facilitate their work
Parliament begins second legislative year on Tuesday
Egypt’s House of Representatives will celebrate 150 years at large event in Sharm El-Sheikh next week
Parliamentary, vital facilities laws on MPs’ discussion agenda Sunday
House of Representatives begins reviewing 32 laws passed in its absence
Parliament to review over 300 laws
MPs voice future aspirations for positions in technical committees
NGOs and public look to parliamentary review period as chance to affect legal change
EIPR delineates issues with 11 law passed since dissolution of parliament; poll shows citizens concerned about unemployment, education, price hikes
NCHR discusses bills ahead of parliamentary review
Newly issued bills are expected to be amended in upcoming parliament
Egypt’s biggest threat is inability to accept, apply international standards, laws: Ghoneim
Egyptian security advisor discusses security threats facing Egypt and the region
Next parliament will be worst in Egypt’s history: ESDP Secretary General
There is no future for an open public sphere, but we have to try, says Ahmed Fawzy
Administrative Prosecution establishes unit for investment issues
Decision comes into effect on 1 September
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What does the state defend when defending ‘public morals’?
EIPR discussion tackled the state’s attempts to teach behaviour
Investing in Suez Canal zone facilitated by law-sponsored advantages
In the Suez Canal zone, investors will be subject to 5% income tax, versus 10% – 20% outside the SEZONE
Al-Sisi defends anti-terror law, renews parliament promise
President paid tribute to deceased security personnel
Lawyers concerned presidential amendment of terrorism law affects judicial independence
Cabinet reviewed Wednesday new amendments on anti-terrorism law that increases penalties for terrorism suspects
Leading Muslim Brotherhood figures listed as terrorists
Relatives of FJP leader Mohamed Al-Beltagy sentenced for “assaulting court security”
Legislative Reform Committee agrees on several draft laws: Transitional Justice minister
Laws are set to address intellectual property protection, money retrieval and agriculture, committee postpones unjust enrichment law
3 scenarios of Egypt’s parliamentary elections fate
Supreme Court can uphold elections laws constitutional or postpone elections until amendments
Conflicting opinions on legislative framework for digital marketing industry
Google activities in Egypt will not be affected by online advertising laws, says Qureshi
Al-Sisi ammends law on weapons and ammunition
Ammended law requires Ministry of Defence approval to import firearms
Doctors’ Syndicate to take action against non-payment of dues
Syndicate says proof exists that meetings with health ministry do not solve any problems
Executive interference in drafting media laws is inadmissible: Press Syndicate
The syndicate says constitutionally, it is the only body allowed to discuss media laws
13 Syrians sentenced by Cairo Court in absentia
Ruling coincides with expressions of concern from international human rights groups over human rights in Egypt, including refugees’ rights
Is politics about dirt or values?
By Mohammed Nosseir ‘Politics is a dirty game!’ is a phrase often used to justify the behavior of politicians. If you are a believer in this maxim, please vote for the most corrupt politicians you know and bring them into government or parliament. This will ensure that, ultimately, Egypt’s governing authority and legislative council will …
Part 3: New constitution expands social and economic rights, but grey areas remain
An analysis of the first two sections in the draft constitution concerning economic and social rights
Fractured state
The military continues to descend into further violence, making new enemies and weakening the legitimacy of their allies along the way. How long can they weather the political storm?
Amendments in Egypt’s general budget
New amendments aim to accommodate latest economic and financial developments
The future for Egypt’s women is in legislations, experts say
Experts say much depends on how women are to be addressed in constitution, currently being amended