Political Parties in Egypt - Political Parties and Groups

Political Parties and Groups

Egyptian politics are subject to unique circumstances and often defy simple classification in terms of the political spectrum. There are currently over 30 registered political parties in Egypt. Groups are sometimes associated with the political left or right, especially in international circles, according to their stance on issues. While the current Egyptian constitution prohibits the formation of political parties based on religion, there are parties that seek to establish Islamic sharia laws, or uphold the article in the constitution that states that sharia law is the main source of legislation, and others that support the formation of a secular state. The following is a categorization of political parties based on their social, economical, and political orientation, as well as their legal status:

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