Cairo: Minister of Labor Hassan Raddad launched on Saturday, August 29, 2026, the general rules for work regulations for private-sector companies, as one of the key executive decisions implementing Labor Law No. 14 of 2025. The move comes in implementation of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi's directives to provide a decent and balanced work environment that serves the interests of workers, employers, and investors.
According to State Information Service Egypt, during a press conference, the Labor Minister stated that issuing the general rules for work regulations is part of the government's program aimed at achieving greater stability in the work environment. This initiative is expected to encourage investment and enhance job security for workers, thereby contributing to increased production and supporting the comprehensive development efforts taking place in the New Republic.
The Minister explained that the general rules were issued after obtaining the opinion of the Supreme Council for Social Consultation, which includes representatives from the government, employers, and workers. He emphasized that the rules were developed through a positive and constructive dialogue considering employers' needs and interests in regulating work, while also safeguarding workers' rights. This approach is aimed at promoting a culture of rights and responsibilities, reducing disputes, and achieving greater stability in workplaces.
Furthermore, the Minister highlighted that this step represents a new milestone in building a modern, balanced, and fair work environment in the Egyptian labor market. He stressed that the general rules are part of implementing President Sisi's directives to provide a decent work environment that complies with international labor standards, striking a balance between protecting workers and supporting investors and employers.
The Minister pointed out that practical implementation over the past years had revealed several difficulties related to internal regulations at some establishments. He noted that some regulations had been prepared in a standardized manner that did not suit the unique nature of the establishment, its technological developments, number of employees, or administrative structure. This misalignment often resulted in a gap between the published regulations and their actual implementation, underscoring the need for the newly launched general rules.