Latest in Tag: democracy Highlight
Latest in Tag: democracy
What is the stance of the democratic entities regarding Al-Sisi’s nomination?
The democratic entities are currently being bombarded with many questions concerning Al-Sisi’s nomination. The questions’ purposes are not answers, but rather denunciation. They are asking: “Will you dare object to Al-Sisi’s nomination?” The weird irony is that Al-Sisi hasn’t even announced his nomination yet. In addition, the available statements for him do not confirm that …
Eleven attacks on journalists during referendum coverage: AFTE
Organisation calls on state to abide by ratified international treaties and conventions
Tunisia agrees on new charter’s chapter on judiciary
A two-thirds majority of parliament’s 217 elected members is then needed to adopt the charter and avoid it being put to a referendum.
Working on the ground – Part 3
In the previous article, I explored some of the Egyptian Social Democratic Party’s attempts at working on the ground. In this article, I will discuss some of the party’s promotional activities for the constitution. The party discussed voting in the constitutional referendum for about a month, and after both groups (pro and against the new …
Swedish ambassador looking to the future
What is important now is to move ahead, says ambassador
Political and economic turmoil could drag on; businessmen must be patient and carry the cost of democracy: Abdel Nour
Abdel Nour affirmed that without cooperation and coherence from all segments of society, government and private sector, the business community and civil society, political and economic success would not be achieved, confirming that the current period would be long.
Egypt and EU important partners: Ashton
EU foreign affairs chief stresses need for inclusivity in Egypt ahead of Sunday’s opposing marches
Egypt’s transition period to end next spring
Fahmy discusses roadmap, domestic affairs and foreign policy in UN address
Democracy and the west
The west’s desire to protect democracy and human rights is suspicious, Mohamed Salmawy writes
The ‘democracy’ that was
“Egypt needs to revert back to the democratic path,” is a common line thrown in our faces from every Tom, Dick and Harry across the world. Egypt’s leaders diplomatically respond with the roadmap of election, constitution drafting and the rest of the plan they have in mind. Being on the ground, dealing day-to-day with that …
Boxed in
By Philip Whitfield What’s up? In the media Egypt is fixated with wrangling, fighting and shooting. When you go out people are shopping, mixing and fasting. How much would you give to keep it that way? A million bucks? $29.95 is a steal. Karima Bennoune takes us on an eye-opener. Bennoune is a professor of …
Foreign ministry critical of South Africa
Foreign ministry denounces South Africa’s statement regarding recent events in the country
Moving Egypt back to the democratic path
By Catherine Ashton Even in a country as turbulent as Egypt is today, some traditions transcend the sharpest divisions and provide brief periods of calm. Last week, on my drive into Cairo we saw very few cars. The city’s legendary traffic jams had disappeared. It was just after dusk. People were at home with their …
Obama stresses Washington’s commitment to help the Egyptian people
American president confirms position in a message to interim president Adly Mansour
Foreign minister discusses transition plans
Fahmy: “It was not a military coup; it was exceptional but necessary military interference”
EU calls for a national reconciliation dialogue
High Representative Ashton will meet with key ministers to discuss Egypt’s transitional period
NCSL demand Sisi’s removal
El-Zayed: “We will continue resisting until the last drop of our blood”
Egypt in another transition, what to expect this time?
Indeed, Egyptian people together with the Egyptian state have proved to be much more interesting than the majority would have thought. What happened in the beginning of July was surprising to so many people around the world and once more, to Egyptians themselves. A week ago we were busy debating terminology and whether what happened …
Part One: A test of democracy for Egypt or a test of democracy for the west?
By Sinem Tezyapar “No system of government can or should be imposed by one nation on any other… Each nation gives life to this principle [democracy] in its own way, grounded in the traditions of its own people. America does not presume to know what is best for everyone.” These statements belong to President Obama, …
UN Women expresses concern about violence against women in Egypt
The statement stresses the importance of the inclusion of women in the political life in Egypt to achieve an “inclusive democracy”
Al-Sherif: We will support legitimacy, the ballot-box
In an interview with the Daily News Egypt, Khaled Al-Sherif, media spokesman of Building and Development Party, spoke about the current political situation in Egypt, criticising the opposition and calling them “unethical” for not respecting the ballot box.
Army denies “coup” claims
Army Spokesman further explains “ultimatum” statement
Morsi and the erosion of legitimacy
These days, where rhetoric runs high and adrenaline runs even higher, it is worth taking a step back to take a look at things with a cooler head. Having said this, it is worth taking the news with a grain of salt. The latest chatter to have become widely accepted as fact surrounds the mandate …
Ashton worried about violent protests
EU High Representative visits Cairo to meet politicians
Key court ruling puts Kuwait democracy on the line
Sunday’s verdict could restrict the emir’s authority in issuing legislation and lead to parliament being dissolved for the second time in a year.
Turkey defends democratic credentials as tear gas flies
Turkey’s embattled government insisted it was “not a second-class democracy” even as police tear-gassed protesters massed in the streets
Survey results highlight negative outlook
Figures show dissatisfaction with democratic transition and overwhelming concern for better economic conditions
New report on democratic transition in Egypt
Report examines several aspects of democratic life in Egypt between January and March
Obama and Al-Thani want democracy for Egypt
The Emir of Qatar discussed Egypt as well as Syria during his official visit to the US
Student protest against “Harassment Minister”
Students reject the minister’s presence at a conference, calling him a ‘harasser’