In Madagascar, Christian Ntsay remains Prime Minister. The announcement was made this Friday, July 12 at the Iavoloha State Palace. This pillar of the regime has always held the position of head of government since Andry Rajoelina came to power in 2019. No upheaval at the head of the executive for the second term of the head of state who ensures the loyalty of his closest collaborator.
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With our correspondent in Antananarivo, Pauline Le Troquier
As a well-known refrain, in front of the deputies of the presidential coalitionthe head of state praised ” the experience “, there ” loyalty » and the « grip ” with his right arm.
Christian Ntsay has been Prime Minister for six years. Even before the arrival in power ofAndry Rajoelinahe was appointed to this position in 2018 by former president Hery Rajaonarimampianina.
To address the challenges of poverty, poor road conditions and employment in Madagascarthe head of state highlights the good relations of Christian Ntsay, as a former senior international executive, with foreign partners.
President Andry Rajoelina intends to stay the course
On the political level, by rewarding the loyalty of the Prime Minister, Andry Rajoelina is sending a broader message to his supporters who might be tempted to disavow the regime. All of you, dear deputies [du pouvoir]may God protect you from division and betrayal ” he warns.
An intransigence applied within his own government. The composition of the latter will only be known once each minister in office has been evaluated, the president assured.
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