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| Egyptian presidential election, 2014 | |
|---|---|
| Election name | Egyptian presidential election, 2014 |
| Country | Egypt |
| Type | Presidential |
| Previous election | Egyptian presidential election, 2012 |
| Previous year | 2012 |
| Next election | Egyptian presidential election, 2018 |
| Next year | 2018 |
| Election date | 26–28 May 2014 |
| Registered | 54,897,099 |
| Turnout | 47.5% |
| Nominee1 | Abdel Fattah el-Sisi |
| Party1 | Independent (backed by Roadmap for the Future) |
| Popular vote1 | 23,780,104 |
| Percentage1 | 96.91% |
| Nominee2 | Hamdeen Sabahi |
| Party2 | Popular Current (Egypt) |
| Popular vote2 | 745,589 |
| Percentage2 | 3.04% |
| Title | President |
| Before election | Adly Mansour |
| Before party | Independent |
| After election | Abdel Fattah el-Sisi |
| After party | Independent |
Egyptian presidential election, 2014
The 2014 Egyptian presidential election was held from 26 to 28 May 2014 and resulted in the election of Abdel Fattah el-Sisi following the 2013 overthrow of Mohamed Morsi and the interim presidency of Adly Mansour. The contest took place amid a political transition involving the 2013 Egyptian coup d'état, the subsequent crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood (Egypt), and debates over legitimacy among regional actors such as Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Turkey. International observers and regional organizations including the European Union and the League of Arab States responded with varying assessments.
Following mass protests in June 2013, the Egyptian Armed Forces led by Abdel Fattah el-Sisi ousted President Mohamed Morsi of the Freedom and Justice Party (Egypt), triggering a political crisis that involved clashes between supporters of Morsi and security forces and the designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization by the interim authorities. The interim head of state, Adly Mansour, oversaw a roadmap that included a new Constitution of Egypt (2014) drafted after the suspension of the 2012 constitution; the constitutional referendum of January 2014 set institutional rules shaping the presidential contest. Regional dynamics featured support for the interim authorities from King Salman-era Saudi Arabia, political alignment with the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, and criticism from President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of Turkey, while international actors such as the United States and the European Union called for inclusive elections and respect for human rights.
The election operated under provisions of the Constitution of Egypt (2014), with eligibility rules administered by the Supreme Presidential Electoral Commission (Egypt). The legal framework specified candidate requirements, campaign finance rules, and the role of the Ministry of Interior (Egypt) in security and voter registration; the electoral law superseded earlier statutes from the 2012 Egyptian presidential election. The role of judicial oversight was emphasized with judges supervising polling centers, and electoral disputes were adjudicated by the Supreme Constitutional Court of Egypt. International legal norms and declarations from organizations such as the United Nations and the African Union informed external assessments but did not alter domestic statutes.
The main contenders were Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, a former Minister of Defence (Egypt) and commander of the Armed Forces, and Hamdeen Sabahi, a leftist nationalist and leader of the Popular Current (Egypt)]. El-Sisi announced his candidacy after resigning from the military, prompting endorsements from political formations including the Free Egyptians Party and figures from the National Salvation Front (Egypt). Sabahi campaigned on platforms associated with the 25 January Revolution and appealed to supporters of social justice and civil liberties, attracting endorsements from segments of the Tagammu party and dissident activists. Other potential candidates such as Hazem Salah Abu Ismail and Mohamed ElBaradei were either disqualified, withdrew, or declined, and the exclusion or marginalization of the Muslim Brotherhood (Egypt) altered campaign dynamics. Media outlets including Al-Ahram, Al-Masry Al-Youm, and Middle East Eye covered rallies, while state broadcasters and private networks provided varied exposure.
The election's conduct drew scrutiny over issues including the detention of Muslim Brotherhood (Egypt) members, restrictions on freedom of assembly involving activists like Alaa Abdel Fattah and organizations such as the April 6 Youth Movement, and allegations of media bias favoring el-Sisi across outlets such as ONTV (Egypt) and CBC (TV channel). Observers from the African Union and limited missions from the Arab League monitored proceedings, while the European Union declined a full observation mission citing concerns; human rights organizations including Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International documented restrictions and reported on transitional justice measures. Voting logistics involved the National Election Authority structures, and the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS) tracked turnout; allegations of ballot irregularities and reported intimidation in some governorates prompted domestic legal complaints to the Supreme Administrative Court (Egypt). Protests occurred in cities such as Cairo, Alexandria, and Suez, and security responses involved the Central Security Forces (Egypt), raising questions about civil liberties.
The official results announced by the Supreme Presidential Electoral Commission (Egypt) declared Abdel Fattah el-Sisi the winner with approximately 96.9% of the vote and Hamdeen Sabahi receiving about 3.0%, on a turnout reported at roughly 47.5%. The results were certified amid international commentary: supportive statements came from leaders such as King Abdullah II of Jordan and Crown Prince Mohammad bin Zayed Al Nahyan, while critical voices from Turkey and statements from the European Union questioned aspects of inclusivity. Domestic reactions included celebrations in pro-military districts and protests by opposition groups and activists who challenged the fairness of the contest.
El-Sisi was inaugurated as president in June 2014, consolidating civil-military relations and initiating policies affecting security, investment, and constitutional governance. The aftermath saw continued political polarization involving the Muslim Brotherhood (Egypt), judicial measures by bodies such as the State Security Prosecution (Egypt), and legislative moves through the House of Representatives (Egypt). The election's outcome influenced foreign relations with actors including United States Department of State, Russian Federation, and European Union, and affected regional alignments during conflicts such as the Yemeni Civil War (2014–present). Human rights organizations continued to document freedom of expression and association concerns, while economic initiatives tied to the International Monetary Fund and infrastructure projects like the Suez Canal Area Development Project proceeded under the new administration. Long-term impacts included debates over democratic transition, civil-military balance, and constitutionalism in post-2011 Arab Spring Egypt.
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