The Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce is a local organization of businesses and companies in Cairo with the intention to develop and further the interests of local companies and businesses in Egypt . Many businesses are international operating companies with offices in Egypt. Members of a Chamber of Commerce are usually international and local operating companies, such as lawyers, property developers, tourism companies, airlines, manufacturing companies, import and export businesses, banks, finance companies, legal advisors, IT and electronics manufacturers etc. Chambers of Commerce main activities are, among others, safeguarding business interests and sharing business experiences and business interests, contact with governments, civil society, local media and the press and organizing trade shows and events.