Egypt received statehood in the modern sense in 1805, when the founder of the Sultans dynasty convinced the Ottoman caliph to recognize himself as the ruler of the country. The dynasty lasted until 1953 and ceased as a result of a military coup.
New Egypt: President at the helm
The events taking place in the country in the fifty-second year were called the July Revolution. Formally, this was a military coup, because exclusively radically minded military men were actively operating. However, the subsequent abdication of the king and the liquidation of the monarchy gave events more weight.
For the first time after the revolutionary events, in chaos and confusion, there was no possibility of holding democratic and transparent elections. The country during this difficult time was ruled by the Council of the Revolutionary Command of Egypt, headed by high-ranking military Mohammed Nagib.
Only a year later the interim constitution of Egypt was published. It was supposed that it would operate for three years, but the transition period was delayed.
Heading Egypt, President Nagib immediately began to carry out radical reforms, both political and economic. Especially painful was the land reform, which caused heated debate in the government, although it consisted of like-minded people.
Military rule and democracy
Egypt, whose president, according to the constitution, is the head and ruler of the state, has repeatedly experienced difficult times associated with the military’s attempts to seize power.
But even among the military themselves, it was not always possible to reach an understanding, which led the country to serious problems, including economic consequences.
After the overthrow of Hosni Mubarak, who ruled the country for twenty-nine years, the state acquired a new constitution, which can serve as an example for neighboring countries.
In such a situation, it is quite natural that many are interested in the name of the president of Egypt. After all, it is this man who sets the tone for events in North Africa and the Middle East.
In June 2014, Abdul al-Sisi became the head of Egypt. The president does not belong to any party, but is considered a supporter of moderate Islamic views.