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Morsi is president of Egypt

Last modified: 30 Jun 2012 14:08

The inauguration ceremony has concluded in Egypt. Mohamed Morsi is now the country's president. Some quotes from his televised address: 

"Today Egypt has paved the way for real life with freedom and real democracy … I respect the judiciary system and the legislative system and I will do my job to protect the independence of these authorities."

"Egypt is a civil, constitutional and modern state."

"It is a strong country with help of its people and its history."