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Politics & Government Guide in Egypt

Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions

Egypt operates as a unitary semi-presidential republic under President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, who holds extensive powers amid curtailed separation of powers and military influence. The legislature is bicameral but dominated by pro-regime supporters, while the government faces criticism for suppressing dissent and restricting freedoms. Economic reforms emphasize green investments, digital services, and private sector growth through 2027.

Political Stability

Poor

Corruption Index

Below Average

Democracy Index

Below Average

Government Type

Unitary semi-presidential republic

Legal System

Civil law system

Head of State

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi(since 2014)

Head of Government

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly(Independent)since 2018

Political Indicators

Political Stability
-1.2Rank #170

Scale: -2.5 to 2.5

Weak

World Bank (2024)

Corruption Index
35Rank #130

Scale: 0-100

Transparency International (2024)

Press Freedom
28.5Rank #161

Scale: 0-100

Very Serious

Reporters Without Borders (2024)

Democracy Index
2.93Rank #139

Scale: 0-10

Authoritarian

Economist Intelligence Unit (2024)

Legislature

Type:bicameral
Upper House:Senate (300 seats)
Lower House:House of Representatives (596 seats)

Major Political Parties

Nation's Future Party(HWR)

Pro-government

318 seats
New Wafd Party(Wafd)

Liberal

36 seats

Voting Rights

Egyptian citizens aged 18 and over have the right to vote in national elections.

Recent Developments

  • Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly outlined 3-year government plan 2024-2027 focusing on green economy, exports, and digitalization
  • Continued suppression of dissent with arrests of activists and restrictions on NGOs under 2019 Associations Law
  • Expansion of private sector role through privatization, IPO programs, and state ownership policy implementation
Voting Age18
SuffrageUniversal
Constitution2014
Governorates27