Featured in Enterprise: The upside to Egypt’s exposure to investment arbitration and affinity for settlements. Karim A Youssef Explains the Misplaced Reputation of a Positive Investment Environment.
Karim A. Youssef, Managing Partner at Youssef & Partners (Youssef + Partners), in a Global Arbitration Review report, emphasizes the positive of Egypt’s exposure to investment arbitration and affinity for settlements. According to Youssef, it is misguided to view the high volume of international arbitration cases against Egypt as a negative sign. Rather, these cases should be seen as a sign of the vibrant investment opportunities in Egypt, which are legally protected by bilateral investment treaties and other protections.
Youssef Commends Egypt’s Investor Claims Management
Youssef points out that the “real issue” is not the number of cases a country faces, but rather how the country manages and reacts to those cases. Youssef is encouraged by the way in which Egypt has “aced” the management of investor claims, and he believes that it has contributed to the country’s impressive recovery in foreign direct investment following the uprisings in 2011.
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FAQ About Karim A. Youssef’s Views on Egypt’s Investment Arbitration
What does Karim A. Youssef say about Egypt’s investment arbitration?
Karim A. Youssef highlights that the high number of international arbitration cases against Egypt should be viewed positively. He believes these cases reflect the country’s vibrant investment opportunities, which are legally protected by bilateral investment treaties and other protections.
How does Youssef view the management of investor claims in Egypt?
Youssef commends Egypt for its effective management of investor claims. He argues that the country’s proactive approach to handling these claims has significantly contributed to its recovery in foreign direct investment since the 2011 uprisings.
What is the key point Youssef makes about the volume of arbitration cases?
Youssef emphasizes that the real issue is not the number of arbitration cases a country faces, but rather how the country manages and responds to these cases. He suggests that Egypt’s successful handling of these cases reflects positively on its investment climate.
