Essam Sharaf

ModernPoliticianEgypt1952 — ?

Egyptian PM during the 2011 revolution.

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Quick Facts

Born

1952

Country

Egypt

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)51

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)42

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score44.0

Essam Sharaf — Complete Timeline

2011 AD

Appointment as Prime Minister of EgyptPolitical Action◆ Major

Essam Sharaf was appointed Prime Minister by the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces in March 2011, following the resignation of Ahmed Shafik. His appointment came during the 2011 Egyptian revolution, and he was seen as a reformist figure.

Prime MinisterRevolutionEgypt

Impact: nationalconstructive

Resignation amid political crisisPolitical Action◆ Major

Sharaf resigned as Prime Minister in November 2011 after months of protests against the military's handling of the transition. His resignation followed violent clashes between security forces and demonstrators in Tahrir Square.

ResignationProtestsEgypt

Impact: nationaltragic