WHO WE ARE

Built on Trust.
Evolving for What Comes Next.

ITD Egypt is a family-run Egyptian business with an international outlook. Established in 1988, with institutional roots reaching back to International Legal Consultants Egypt in 1977, the company has developed into a modern, multi-generational partner for international businesses working in Egypt.

We connect international objectives with the local judgement, relationships, people and follow-through required to turn plans into practical activity.

COMPANY AT A GLANCE

Experience That Continues to Evolve.

3Generations of Leadership
4Continents Reached
6Current Capabilities
15+Sectors Operated
20+Countries Connected
50+Years of Experience

OUR STORY

A Multi-Generational
Business Built in Egypt.

Three moments define the development of ITD—from its earlier institutional roots to the company that supports international businesses today.

1977

The Earlier Roots

Dr. Laila Takla and Saba Pasha Habachy established International Legal Consultants Egypt.

1988

ITD Is Established

International Trade & Development was established as a sister company, bringing a dedicated focus to trade, development and business support.

Today

A Modern Local Partner

A multi-generational team supports international companies through market entry, representation, business development, BPO/EOR and EDA regulatory liaison.

Portrait of Dr. Laila Takla, founder of ITD Egypt

FOUNDER

Dr. Laila Takla

Founder of ITD Egypt

A lawyer, parliamentarian, academic and public figure whose work connected institutions, communities and international perspectives.

Public Leadership & Achievement

Dr. Laila Takla co-established International Legal Consultants Egypt in 1977 with Saba Pasha Habachy, before establishing International Trade & Development as its sister company in 1988. She became the first female president of the Foreign Relations Committee of the Egyptian People’s Assembly and undertook pioneering work through the Inter-Parliamentary Union.

International, Academic & Professional Work

Her career extended across law, parliament, academia, international cooperation, culture, human rights, education and public affairs. That breadth created a lasting belief in informed dialogue, institutional responsibility and the value of working constructively across borders.

Founder’s Quote

Regardless of where you stand, allow no place in your heart and mind for fanaticism, hate, and exclusion.

A Legacy That Continues

Her commitment to dialogue across communities, women’s advancement, education and public service continues to shape ITD’s culture: trust, institutional experience, international understanding, long-term relationships and the ability to work successfully across organisations and cultures.

INSTITUTIONAL HISTORY

Over Five Decades of
Enduring Partnership.

01

Over Five Decades of Enduring Partnership

Since our inception as ILC in the 1970s, our leadership has actively supported Egypt’s developmental journey. Today, ITD proudly carries forward this 50-year heritage of excellence, adapting to changing times while remaining true to our founding principles.

02

Trusted by the Highest Levels of State

Our storied history of collaboration spans the eras of Presidents Anwar Al-Sadat, Hosni Mubarak and Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. For decades, we have maintained a close, strategic partnership with our government, working hand in hand to drive national progress.

03

Hopes for the Future

Our enduring relationship with the nation’s leadership stems from a shared conviction. We believe Egypt is the beating heart of regional innovation and a boundless landscape of opportunity. ITD remains dedicated to building on our multi-generational legacy of trust to help forge a prosperous, forward-looking Egypt.

Dr. Laila Takla pictured with H.E. President Anwar Al-Sadat
01 / 03ITD Leadership with H.E. President Anwar Al-Sadat

Historical photographs document continuity and institutional experience across different periods of Egypt’s modern history.

LEADERSHIP ACROSS GENERATIONS

Experience Behind Us.
Responsibility Ahead.

ITD combines founder heritage and executive leadership with the multidisciplinary operational capability required to support client work.

Founder & Executive Leadership

Dr. Laila Takla

Founder

Maged Darwish

Chairman & Managing Director

Karim Darwish

Head of Operations & Strategy

Delivery Leadership

HI

Hany I.

Head of Finance & Accounting

DK

Dahab K.

Head of Administration & Office Management

MS

Mostafa S.

Head of HR & Recruitment

MA

Mohamed A.

Head of Legal & Compliance

MM

Michael M.

Head of Information & Technology

PUBLIC-SECTOR ENGAGEMENT

Working Across Egypt’s
Institutional Landscape.

Over the years, ITD has worked alongside Egyptian ministries, government authorities and public-sector institutions in connection with international projects, representation mandates and business activities across multiple sectors.

Egyptian Ministry of Environment logo
Environment
Egyptian Ministry of Culture logo
Culture
Egyptian Ministry of Communications and Information Technology logo
Communications & Information Technology
Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research logo
Higher Education & Scientific Research
Egyptian Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation logo
Planning & Economic Development
Egyptian Ministry of Defence logo
Defence
Egyptian Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy logo
Electricity & Renewable Energy
Egyptian Ministry of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities logo
Housing, Utilities & Urban Communities
Egyptian Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation logo
Water Resources & Irrigation
Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities logo
Tourism & Antiquities
Egyptian Ministry of Finance logo
Finance
Egyptian Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade logo
Investment & Foreign Trade
Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs logo
Foreign Affairs
Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population logo
Health & Population
Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources logo
Petroleum & Mineral Resources

WHY ITD

Local Access. International Standards.
Long-Term Accountability.

International companies need more than a business that is merely based in Egypt. They need a local partner that can translate objectives into action, maintain continuity and remain accountable as work progresses.

01

Established Since 1988

Experience across changing industries, economic cycles and generations of international business in Egypt.

02

Relationships Built Over Time

Market access is more than a contact database. It requires understanding organisations, maintaining conversations and building trust between stakeholders.

03

Strategy Connected to Execution

ITD can remain involved after analysis through representation, business development, local teams and implementation support.

04

Cross-Sector Perspective

Experience spans infrastructure, healthcare, energy, water, oil & gas, telecom, finance and business services.

05

Local Accountability

An accountable Egyptian point of coordination that follows up, maintains visibility and escalates issues appropriately.

06

Built Around International Companies

ITD complements the client’s specialist expertise with the local operating layer required to apply it effectively in Egypt.

VALUES

Principles That Shape
How We Work.

Four commitments connect ITD’s heritage with the standard expected of a modern international business partner.

01

Integrity & Transparency

We build trust through honesty, accountability, clear communication and responsible corporate governance toward clients, partners, employees and stakeholders.

02

Excellence in Execution

Strategy creates value only when it is executed well. Our work is grounded in local knowledge, discipline, ownership and attention to detail.

03

Equality & Inclusivity

We carry forward Dr. Laila Takla’s commitment to women’s advancement, dignity and equal opportunity through a culture that values contribution and respect.

04

Cultural Understanding & Diversity

We work across cultures, faiths and backgrounds with mutual respect, informed dialogue and a clear rejection of exclusion.

OUR ROLE, NOT OUR SECTOR

Industry Knowledge Matters.
So Does Knowing How Egypt Works.

ITD does not position itself as the engineer, architect, banker, medical manufacturer, software developer or project owner. The international company brings its specialist capabilities; ITD provides the Egyptian operating layer around them.

THE CLIENT BRINGS
  • Specialist product or service expertise
  • Technology and intellectual property
  • Capital and investment priorities
  • Global governance and standards
  • Technical delivery capability
ITD BRINGS
  • Egyptian market context
  • Local relationships and stakeholder access
  • Representation and day-to-day coordination
  • Commercial development and follow-through
  • People, operations and regulatory liaison where required
Marubeni Energy Expertise Alcatel Telecommunications Technology Thames Water Water-Sector Operating Expertise BHF-BANK Banking Capability Medical-Device Manufacturers Products & Technical Dossiers Outsourcing Clients Operating Model

ITD provides the Egyptian market, representation, people and execution layer around that expertise.

HOW WE ENGAGE

Choose the Structure
That Fits the Mandate.

Engagements are shaped around the objective, required level of continuity and responsibilities of each party.

01

Project-Based Mandate

A defined market-entry, research, business-development, regulatory or local-coordination assignment with clear deliverables and responsibilities.

02

Ongoing Local Representation

ITD acts as a dependable Egyptian point of presence, maintaining agreed relationships, communication and local activity.

03

Embedded Capability

A dedicated team or operational function works in Egypt as an extension of the international client through EOR, dedicated-team or BPO structures.

04

Long-Term Partnership

The relationship develops as the client’s position in Egypt develops, allowing an initial mandate to expand where there is a clear business need.

WHAT PARTNERS SHOULD EXPECT

Clear Responsibilities.
Practical Follow-Through.

  1. 01

    A clearly defined scope and agreed responsibilities.

  2. 02

    A named point of accountability and structured communication.

  3. 03

    Practical local follow-through rather than advice that stops at the presentation.

  4. 04

    Respect for the client’s own technical expertise, governance and approval process.

  5. 05

    Transparent escalation when a decision, authority or specialist adviser is required.

  6. 06

    A long-term view of the relationship rather than a transaction-only mindset.

WHAT COMES NEXT

Built for International Business.
Grounded in Egypt.

Experience across multiple sectors has created a practical understanding of international business standards and the realities foreign companies encounter in Egypt. ITD provides the local judgement, coordination and execution capability that allows the client’s expertise to operate effectively.

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