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By failing to address Palestinian representation, the current process is bound to lead to just another temporary arrangement.
Nathan J. Brown
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U.S. Should Give Meaningful and Constructive Support to Egypt’s Democratic Transition: A Statement by the Working Group on Egypt
The United States must renew its support for the democratic principles that guided Egypt's revolution to ensure that Egypt realizes its potential as a free and independent regional leader.
Published on Jun 7, 2011
Source: June 7
President Obama’s call for $1 billion in debt relief, plus loan guarantees and the creation of an enterprise fund to stimulate investment, was a positive gesture signaling the administration’s commitment to the political transition underway in Egypt.
- Congress must now support this vital assistance package in order to provide greater opportunity for all Egyptians and ensure that an economic downturn does not jeopardize democratic reforms.
- U.S. assistance will also set an example for other donors and creditors to Egypt.
- Debt relief and other assistance, as well as steps toward free trade, should be structured to provide incentives for and reward passage of key milestones such as free and fair parliamentary and presidential elections, as well as the writing of a new constitution that enshrines human rights and civil liberties, including the right to assembly, freedom of expression, religious freedom, and equal opportunity for women.
As Egypt’s military leadership prepares to transfer authority to an elected civilian government:
- The United States should support free, fair, and monitored elections that extend participation to all peaceful political forces committed to the rights and freedoms defined above.
- While various candidates and political parties in Egypt may espouse positions troubling to Americans in the course of the election campaign, the United States should determine the future of its relationship with Egypt based on how a new government formed on the basis of these elections comports itself on critical issues, from respecting human rights and civil liberties to adhering to international commitments.
The Working Group on Egypt is a nonpartisan initiative bringing substantial expertise on Egyptian politics and political reform, and aimed at ensuring that Egypt’s elections are free and fair and open to opposition candidates.
Carnegie does not take institutional positions on public policy issues; the views represented herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Carnegie, its staff, or its trustees.
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