President Mubarak Sunday 25/3/2007 addressed the nation on the occasion of the referendum on constitutional amendments saying these amendments are a historic step changing the face of the political life in Egypt, opening the road before democracy, providing wider horizons for our party and parliamentary life, cutting the road before trading in religion, maintaining the security and stability of the homeland, protecting the nation against the risks of terrorism and putting an end to practicing political activity outside legitimacy.

In a speech on the occasion of Monday's referendum on Constitutional amendments, President Mubarak affirmed that the referendum would be a vote on the future of the homeland and that the result of referendum would reflect on the national march for decades to come.

The President said fateful changes in the history of nations are only possible through the free will of the people.

As a president of the republic and as an Egyptian citizen, I call upon you to express such a will and participate in making the future of our homeland, Mubarak said.

The Constitutional amendments represent a historic step changing the face of political life in Egypt and opening new doors to democratic practice, Mubarak said.

They also reflect the reality of our society with its political, economic and social transformations, Mubarak said.

The rule of the people and by the people will be further enhanced by the amendments, Mubarak added, affirming that the amendments would also entrench the principles of citizenship and equality among all Egyptians.

The amendments will help strike more balance between authorities and enhance the role and authority of the Egyptian parliament as regards monitoring the performance of the President and the Cabinet, Mubarak reiterated.
They will also create more opportunities for political parties and women to be represented in the parliament, he added.

The amendments will preempt any trading in religion and illegitimate political action and protect the homeland against terrorism, Mubarak said.

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Modrnizing the constitution of Egypt