John Compton vs Sameh Shoukry

Compton founded the United Workers Party (UWP) in 1964, which became a dominant political force in Saint Lucia. The party advocated for economic development and eventual independence from Britain.

Compton implemented policies to develop Saint Lucia's tourism industry, including infrastructure projects and incentives for foreign investment. This transformed the economy from agriculture-dependent to tourism-driven.

As premier, John Compton negotiated Saint Lucia's independence from the United Kingdom on February 22, 1979. He became the first prime minister of the newly sovereign nation, earning the title 'Father of Independence'.

After losing the 1979 election, Compton led the UWP to victory in the 1982 general election, returning as prime minister. He served until 1996, overseeing economic growth and regional integration.

Compton returned to power at age 81, winning the 2006 general election. He became prime minister again but died in office in 2007, ending his long political career.

Shoukry was appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs by President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, replacing Nabil Fahmy. He became the chief diplomat for Egypt, handling relations with the US, EU, and Arab states.

Shoukry worked to repair US-Egypt relations after the 2013 military ouster of President Mohamed Morsi. He secured the release of US aid and maintained security cooperation, including counterterrorism support.

Shoukry led Egypt's negotiations with Ethiopia and Sudan over the GERD, a massive hydroelectric dam on the Blue Nile. The talks, mediated by the US and World Bank, failed to reach a binding agreement, leading to ongoing tensions.

Shoukry chaired the Arab League's ministerial council, coordinating Arab responses to regional crises, including the Syrian civil war, Libyan conflict, and Yemen war. He advocated for Arab unity and stability.