The SCAF, Shafiq and cementing formal politics
The Chatham House Egypt Dialogue project has released a new briefing paper by Dr Maha Azzam examining civil-military relations in Egypt and pointing to potential sources of tension over the coming months. The paper emphasises the increasing costs that come with a stilted transition towards civilian rule, a development that will distract attention from addressing Egypt’s mounting economic and social problems. The ruling junta’s period in office has been notable for human rights abuses not dissimilar to those committed under […]
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