Egypt (Country Regulation Overview)

Introduction

This report offers a broad overview of the regulation in fixed and mobile markets at retail and wholesale levels. It also provides an overview of the national regulatory authority, key legislation and regulations, spectrum licensing, national broadband strategies, and universal service.

Features and benefits

• This overview illustrates the change in the Egyptian fixed-line and mobile retail markets over a period of five years.
• It provides clients with a detailed understanding of the regulatory environment in the country.
• This overview also offers the details on the spectrum policy and licensing in the country.

Highlights

The Egyptian telecoms market is less regulated than its peers in the Middle East, giving rise to only limited competition in several segments. This report highlights the regulator's efforts to improve competition and accelerate growth in the fixed, broadband, and mobile markets.

Your key questions answered

• What are the services subject to regulation in fixed and mobile wholesale markets in Egypt?
• What are the regulatory initiatives to improve the fixed, broadband, and mobile market penetration levels in the country?