Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced that his observations on the voting process in the House of Representatives elections constitute as a “veto,” objecting to certain practices due to his dissatisfaction with them.
During his attendance during tests for students applying to the Egyptian Military Academy and military colleges, Sisi emphasized his desire to complete all matters in the best possible way, aligning with the wishes of the Egyptian people.
Egypt was on the brink of collapse in 2011, and that since assuming office in 2014, he has moved to complete matters optimally and change the situation for the better.
In order to achieve this, everyone must have the conviction and will to reach this goal, he noted.
Sisi assured he will continue to insist on change for the better, affirming that this goal will be achieved thanks to the efforts of the Egyptian people, and that he will prevent any obstacles towards this noble goal.
Ensuring voter rights remain protected
The Egyptian Organization for Human Rights (EOHR), in its report on the second day of the second round of elections, documented several irregularities and violations, including vote buying.
It observed the distribution of coupons and money to voters outside polling stations in several governorates.
The EOHR called on relevant authorities and civil society organizations to raise awareness of voter rights to ensure their free and transparent exercise of their right to political participation.
It also called to work towards providing a safe and impartial electoral environment that protects the will of the citizens.
The international mission team from the Arab Organization for Human Rights urged the National Elections Authority to digitally develop and regularly update its website to include all decisions, statements, and media releases.
The NEA meanwhile announced that it had received 221 complaints since the first day of voting, 117 of which were received on the second day alone – representing 52 percent of the total complaints.
These complaints were submitted by candidates and political parties and posted on social media through videos and live broadcasts.
Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm
