Zaki Hashem hosts Energy Law Group meeting in Cairo

On 10 May 2025, Zaki Hashem, Attorneys at Law, proudly hosted the Energy Law Group (ELG) meeting in Cairo - bringing together leading energy law professionals from over 50 countries and jurisdictions.

This high-level gathering focused on Egypt’s energy investment landscape, sustainable development, and the country’s Vision 2030.

Yasser Hashem, Managing Partner at Zaki Hashem, and Thierry Lauriol, Chairman of ELG, welcomed keynote speakers and panelists from Egypt’s public and private sectors. Discussions were moderated by Arig Ali and Heba El Naggar, partners at Zaki Hashem.

Agenda highlights included key insights from:

• Eng. Sabah Mashaly, Deputy Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy


• Mr.Hossam Heiba, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI)


• Eng. Ahmed Elsewedy, CEO of Elsewedy Electric


• Mr. Omar Foda, Group Investment Director, Elsewedy Electric


• Mr. Amr Omran, Chief Investment Officer, Alamein International Development Administration Co (AIDA)


• Mr. Mohamed Shoukry, Country Director, Fortescue Future Industries


• Eng. Khaled El Degwy, Executive Director of Infrastructure, Orascom Construction

“This event showcased Egypt’s investment readiness and legal infrastructure supporting energy sector growth,” said Yasser Hashem.

As the exclusive ELG member from Egypt, Zaki Hashem, Attorneys at Law, is honored to be part of this prestigious global network of leading energy law firms.

We extend our sincere thanks to the Energy Law Group and all participants for their outstanding contribution to the success of the Cairo meeting.