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Who will run against Sisi in Egypt’s elections?

Would-be candidates for the Egyptian presidential elections will most likely be unable to ensure enough support to participate in the race.
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CAIRO — The National Electoral Commission (NEC) in Egypt officially announced Jan. 8 the dates for the presidential elections, which look like a replay of the 2014 elections, with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at the forefront. The voting will begin in March, and the winning candidate will be announced in early May.

According to the Egyptian Constitution, preparations for the presidential elections begin four months before the current presidential term ends. The results are announced at least a month before the end of the term. Sisi began his current term in early June 2014 and it will end May 31.

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