In an address during parliament’s 5th and final session, which began yesterday, speaker Ali Abdel Aal announced that the coming period will see a number of political, media, and party reforms, Al Arabiya reports. Abdel Aal praised the Egyptian people for their ongoing support for the current administration and the reforms it has embarked on, saying the leadership will reward the nation. He announced that the current session will see members discussing bills relevant to political and public life in Egypt, adding that parliament is keen on a social discourse where all Egyptians are represented, regardless of their political views. Abdel Aal also stressed that both supporters and critics of the current regime are motivated by promoting Egypt’s interests. “I vow that we will discuss these laws only after we hold a national dialogue on them, and that all forces, including opposition elements, participate in this dialogue and voice their opinions,” he said, according to Al Ahram Online. The speaker’s address also included a stern rebuke of the executive branch. “My message to this government, including cabinet ministers and provincial governors, please do not export problems to the president of…
Egypt Parliament Vows to Hold Government Accountable, Praises Opposition
October 2, 2019
