Mauritania's ruling party, Al-Insaaf, has begun examining demands from its base to continue President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani's term in office. This development comes as the party prepares for an upcoming national dialogue. According to a party statement, the demands were revealed during meetings between party leaders and local officials. The party's political bureau has decided to study these demands and determine the best course of action.
The demands to continue Ghazouani's term were made by elected officials, party cadres, and activists who support the president's development and stability policies. These demands will be discussed during the national dialogue, along with proposed institutional and democratic reforms aimed at supporting political and institutional stability. The party's leader, Mohamed Ould Bilal Massoud, briefed regional leaders on the party's preparations for the dialogue.
The national dialogue is set to address several key issues, including the country's future and potential constitutional reforms. President Ghazouani is currently serving his second term, having been re-elected in June 2024. The Mauritanian constitution limits presidential terms to two. Some within the ruling party have called for a third term, while opposition parties have rejected any changes to the constitutional provisions.
The opposition's stance on the issue was made clear in a recent statement rejecting any attempts to alter the constitution. The ruling party has not yet announced a decision on the demands. According to local media reports, there is growing pressure within the party to push for a third term for President Ghazouani.
The party's preparations for the national dialogue are underway, with a road map and reference guide already adopted. The party is also working on selecting representatives for the dialogue. The leader of the party has called for a well-prepared dialogue that ensures active and responsible participation.
A statement from the party on October 21 revealed that its deputies had urged the party leader to take the demand for a third term for Ghazouani to the national dialogue. The issue has sparked debate within the country, with some supporting the president's continued leadership and others opposing any changes to the constitution.
The national dialogue is expected to play a crucial role in shaping Mauritania's future. The ruling party's decision on the demands will likely have significant implications for the country's politics. The party's base has expressed its support for Ghazouani's continued leadership, citing his development and stability policies.
Key points
- The ruling party, Al-Insaaf, is studying demands from its base to continue President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani's term in office.
- The demands will be discussed during the national dialogue, along with proposed institutional and democratic reforms.
- The opposition has rejected any attempts to alter the constitution, which limits presidential terms to two.
