Latest in Tag: parliament Highlight
Latest in Tag: parliament
Rights group coalition calls for womenâs representation in new constitution
The coalition released a joint statement calling on the president and government to takes steps ensure justice for women
Press conference on post-30 June plans
Activists and groups present their vision for new elections and greater accountability
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.
Political figures react to SCC ruling
The Supreme Constitutional Court ruled the Shura Council and Constituent Assembly were formed illegally
SCC deems Shura Council and Constituent Assembly unconstitutional
The Council will remain until parliamentary elections
Lebanon parliament extends mandate as Syria war rages
The term of the mandate of the legislature will be modified on an exceptional basis to end on November 2014 rather than this June as scheduled
A country afraid of its parliament
There is not one political faction that wants to hold parliamentary elections nowadays, except maybe the Salafis. Elections were expected to be held in the next few months, right after the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. However, everyone seems to be dreading these elections, despite the show to the contrary. It seems that all parties …
Op-Ed Review: Tamarod, electricity and Shura Council
One columnist analyses the Tamarod campaign and sees what the Muslim Brotherhood can learn from it, another addresses the recurring blackouts and who to blame, while the third explains why the Shura council is a scandal in itself. Dr Taha Abdel Alim Lessons from Tamarod campaign Al-Ahram Newspaper Dr Taha Abdel Alim extracts some beneficial …
Judgesâ Club boycotts Justice Conference
Shura Council designates 25 May session for discussion of controversial amendments to the judiciary law
Court to rule on Shura Council next month
The court said the verdict regarding the legality of the Shura Council and Constituent Assembly, a case that began last year, will be announced on 2 June
NSF protests against governor of Giza
Schedules further protests against Prosecutor General and Minister of Higher Education
Qandil announces draft of constitutional amendments
Constitutional experts to draft amendments for 10-15 articles
Shura reverses placement of women at top of party lists
Each party will only be required to run a female candidate, without any provisions regarding her placement on the list
Study: 85% of women do not feel a political party represents them
A recent study by a market research company says 43% of women feel the situation has become worse since the 2011 Revolution
European Parliament calls for suspending aid to Egypt
Democratic reform is a condition for supporting Egyptâs budget; MEPs call for abolishing the death penalty in Egypt
Abu Ismail calls for ânon-stop marchesâ
Denounces calls for army intervention in political life, announces solidarity with Syrian revolution and bearded policemen
Electionsâ suspension appealed
State Litigation Authority appeals the ruling to suspend parliamentary elections
Short Messages
Sometimes short and straightforward messages are more understandable and effective than long analytical ones. It canât hurt if we try. President Mohamed Morsi: It is not a matter of who you are; we oppose you because of what you have become. There are millions who did not vote for you and even more millions who …
Review: Commentaries discuss holding parliamentary elections
Writers in different newspapers have discussed the Administrative Courtâs decision to halt the parliamentary elections, which was initially planned to take place on 22 April, praising the move and stating that it might be a good chance for all conflicting political groups to reach consensus and find a way out of the current political maze. …
Review: Egyptian commentators debate how to end the political crisis
As protests continue to shake the streets of a number of Egyptian cities, writers are proposing suggestions to end the current political plight by calling for the delay of the upcoming parliamentary elections and forming a new government that is allowed time until 2016 to perform its duties. A suggestion to exit the crisis …
Al-Wasat and Al-Hadara merge into âModerate Currentâ
Al-Wasat and Al-Hadara Parties merge into a new party, running in parliamentary elections
NSF reaffirms boycott, parties to merge
The opposition coalition dismisses rumours that some of its component parties will contest the election, announces launch of satellite television channel
Misr AlQawia to participate in parliamentary elections
Party head announces decision, calls for fair elections and banning foreign funding
Review: Columnists dissect decisions to boycott or participate in elections
Amid the oppositionâs calls to shun the upcoming parliamentary elections set to take place in April, writers explored the consequences of boycotting the vote and the negative effect of such a decision on a well representative parliament. In light of the US Secretary of State John Kerryâs visit to Egypt, some commentators condemn the western …
Parties react to upcoming parliamentary elections
Ghad El-Thawra to participate, Strong Egypt to decide on Tuesday, Moussaâs party undecided
Review: Commentaries debate Parliamentary elections, dialogue sessions and electronic militias
After the national dialogue session came out with a list of recommendations on how to ensure transparent and free elections, several writers have criticised the talks arguing that a meeting as such should have better been held with the head of the Supreme Electoral Commission (SEC). Other writers explored the issue of the Muslim Brotherhoodâs …
Anti-Morsi fervour grows despite shift in election dates
Egyptian president seems to be failing to stem the tide running against him
Abu Ismail initiates Al-Raya Party
The party will run for 100% of the parliamentary seats
Is Boycotting the Solution?
There currently exists within Egyptâs democratic forces a raging debate as to whether or not to take part in the upcoming parliamentary elections. Those who advocate for boycotting the elections do so for a number of reasons, many of which are based on the assumption that it will only be a matter of time before …
Review: Columnists encourage opposition to prepare for elections
Many writers are calling upon secular groups to focus on the road ahead and take the occasion (elections) more seriously