New National Front Party launched under ‘Egypt for all’ slogan

Ahram Online , Monday 30 Dec 2024

Egypt's former Minister of Housing Essam El-Gazzar announced the launch of the National Front Party during an inaugural conference held in the New Administrative Capital (NAC) under the slogan “Egypt for all” with an eye on the upcoming elections.

National Front Party
Part of the inaugural conference held in the New Administrative Capital for the launch of the "National Front Party". Al-Ahram.

 

In his keynote address, El-Gazzar clarified that the party does not aim to secure a parliamentary majority.

Instead, it seeks to participate in elections through broad political alliances with existing parties, focusing on national unity amid current challenges.

He said the party envisions contributing to building a “new republic” based on social justice, the rule of law, and respect for human rights. The party prioritizes addressing present needs without compromising the rights of future generations.

According to El-Gazzar, the party brings together an honest and patriotic elite striving for a transparent democratic path that fulfils the hopes and aspirations of all Egyptians for a dignified and prosperous nation.

“Our primary role is to safeguard the nation’s supreme interests, steering clear of narrow conflicts and divisions, particularly given the region’s complex circumstances,” El-Gazzar said.

He highlighted the party’s commitment to fostering positive change through innovative political approaches, avoiding replicating past models to rejuvenate Egypt’s political landscape, enriching democratic experiences and promoting dialogue as a practical example of societal cooperation.

“We aim to provide an alternative for those disillusioned with traditional political narratives while advancing a culture of collaboration and inclusivity,” El-Gazzar added.

“The revolutions of 25 January and 30 June will remain a shining beacon, inspiring us with the values of determination and correction, no matter how challenging the path may become,” he said. He further noted that Egypt's great army will continue to stand as the steadfast guardian of the people, ensuring the nation’s unity and stability.

El-Gazzar revealed the party’s founding members during the conference.

Among the prominent founding members are Head of the State Information Service Diaa Rashwan, former Minister of Investment Sahar Nasr, former Speaker of the House of Representatives Ali Abdel-Aal, former Minister of Agriculture Al-Sayed Al-Quseir, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and businessman Mohamed Abou El-Enein, former Minister of Youth Taher Abou Zeid, former Minister of Local Development Mahmoud Shaarawy, and businessman Essam El-Argani.

According to the SIS, Egypt has 87 licensed political parties. Fourteen of them hold seats in the current parliament: Mostakbal Watan with 315 seats, the People’s Republican Party with 50 seats, Al-Wafd with 26 seats, Homat Watan with 23 seats, and the Islamist Nour Party with seven seats.

Short link: