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Latest in Tag: constitution
Calls to withdraw from Constituent Assembly continue
Despite resignations, Constituent Assembly remains in action
Egyptian Constitutional Front seeks representative constitution
Group to hold Tuesday press conference
Review: columnists discuss strikes and challenges of constitution
The increasing trend of protests and sit-ins affecting Egyptâs governorates are analysed by some columnists, while others keep their attention focused on the challenges facing the draft constitution. Fahmy Howeidi We brought down the walls, but didnât build bridges Al-Shorouk newspaper There were around 1400 strikes and demonstrations across Egypt in a span of …
Copt numbers elicit rage
Study to come out soon placing number at 6 to 7 per cent
Review: op-ed pages discuss constitution, dole out criticism for Morsy
Heated debates are triggered over the Constituent Assembly, it dwindling membership and the delay in finalising the country’s most important document, the constitution. In almost all Egyptian newspapers columnists have analysed the factors affecting the Constituent Assembly in its process of drafting a constitution. On another note, some writers continued with their weekly dose of …
The future of Egypt’s media
People, parties and powers are fighting to win the argument over the future shape of Egypt’s media sector
From the other side: The inspired leader and the constitution
How many years will we wait for the ruler to be convinced that his position in power is temporary?
Gender equality only within provisions of Shariâa, says constituent assembly
The gender equality article publicly denounced by several political parties and interest groups
Jordanian Muslim Brotherhood causes contreversy
The Jordanian Brotherhood’s new plan to limit powers of the king
Assembly votes to review constitutional articles
Ten-member advisory committee selected, having no voting privilege
Constituent Assembly keeps local administration centralised, governors will not be elected
Local administration would be tightly watched by the central government in Cairo
National Front for Democracy and Justice goes after Constituent Assembly
Constituent assembly accused of lacking transparency
Bahrain court upholds sentences for 20 opposition figures
Bahrain activists found guilty of âconspiring to overthrow the government, having contact with foreign entities, and violating provisions of the constitutionâ
Review: Sinai, Morsyâs independence and liberal powers
Although President Morsy has commenced his first trip to China, which will be followed by a unique trip to Iran, most columnists across Egyptian newspapers have not touched upon the presidential trips. Opinion writers commented on the importance of Morsyâs independence from his Islamist group and some have warned against possible occurrences of violence and …
Columnists continue dissecting 24 August protests
After anti-Muslim Brotherhood protests gained public and political attention on 24 August, columnists in several Egyptian newspapers examined the primary reasons behind the demonstrations. Many supported the idea and condemned assaults against protesters, accusing the Muslim Brotherhood of being intolerant of opposition and criticism. Others took the time to consider the protester’s demands, rather than …
Minister Mahsoub proposes new ‘Equal opportunities’ law
Interviewed By Wafaa Abdel Bary What is your mission during your first year in office, and what is your plan to improve the Ministryâs performance? My first yearâs mission encompasses restructuring the Ministry, laying down the legislative plan and general guidelines, and pushing through several urgent legislations. In addition, the Ministry is working on a …
Review: âOffending the Presidentâ should not be an offence
After President Morsyâs decision to release chief editor of Al-Dostour newspaper Islam Afify from temporary detention, almost all opinion writers have criticised the President for not using his so-called powers to abolish all laws relating to âoffending the President of the republic.â Despite praising the move to release the editor, many writers have questioned why …
Tunisian President affirms womenâs rights, criticises coalition partner
Marzouki slams Ennahda, affirms his commitment to women’s rights
Tunisia constitution date set
Tunis (AFP) â Tunisia’s new constitution will not be adopted before February 2013, the head of the drafting committee said on Tuesday, after earlier announcing that it would be delayed until April. “I believe that in all reality there can be no final reading of the constitution before February 2013,” Habib Kheder, who is also …
Kuwaiti opposition protesting new electoral law
Opposition calling for mass protests, demanding changing electoral law
Somalia seals Arab world’s newest constitution
Somalia’s Constituent Assembly overwhelmingly approves draft
Progress in Constituent Assembly, executive and legislative bodies finalised
Relationship between executive and legislative bodies finalised, subject to vote in the Constituent Assembly
Review: Sectarian strife and the cabinet are in focus
Egypt’s most prominent writers reflect their opinions on major issues facing Egypt
UAE goes after dissidents and Islamist opposition group
Scores of activists and members of Al-Islah rounded up by Emirati police
Abdel-Maguid: âI believe we will have a constitution ready to be put to a public referendum within six weeks to two monthsâ
The Daily News Egypt spoke with the spokesperson of the Constituent Assembly, Wahid Abdel-Maguid
Bishop to tell Copts to emigrate
Controversial debates over religious aspects of constitution only further isolate Egyptâs Copts
Embattled Constituent Assembly âwill not rushâ the drafting of the Constitution
A critical court case that threatens to dissolve the Constituent Assembly for a second time looms over the body tasked with drafting the nationâs constitution
Shura Council approves proposed draft constitution
Economic freedoms, a just taxation regime and an equitable distribution of wealth are the top priorities
SCAF to keep civilians away from military matters in Constitution
SCAF will dictate all laws in regards to the military in the new constitution
Parliament calls on court to rule on membership
The Cassation Court is the fourth judicial body, and the highest, now engaged in ruling on the functioning of the assembly