Eight years ago, Egypt was the beacon of hope for the Arab world. Now, in the wake of a referendum which will grant President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi sweeping new powers, it is a cautionary tale.

Ahram Online, Sunday 31 Mar 2024. President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi directed the government to expedite legislative measures for facilitating the private sector’s participation in the health system ...

Egypt launched a second round of legislative elections on Sunday in an atmosphere of repression and apathy. Most of Egypt’s key opposition parties are boycotting the vote.

In The Wall Street Journal, Eric Trager writes that Mohammed Morsi has given himself complete legislative and executive power, plus the right to select writers of a new constitution.

Reforming the legislative climate in Egypt is one of the government's priorities to support Egypt's economy and implement development plans, Salman said.

Eight years ago, Egypt was the beacon of hope for the Arab world. Now, in the wake of a referendum which will grant President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi sweeping new powers, it is a cautionary tale.