Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has stated that he has not yet decided on dissolving the country's National Assembly. In an interview with France 24 and RFI on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Faye said that the issue remains open. He emphasized that the decision would depend on the evolving institutional situation.
Faye mentioned that he is not bound by a specific date for making a decision on the National Assembly. "We are not yet at December 2nd," he said, referring to the date when his term as president will have been long enough for him to have taken such a decision. The President stressed that he has no fixed timeline for dissolving the Assembly or organizing new elections.
While Faye did not rule out dissolving the National Assembly, he noted that the Constitution grants him this prerogative. However, he emphasized that the decision would be based on necessity and context. "Everything is a question of necessity or context," he said, adding that he would make a decision based on the situation at hand.
The President outlined the criteria that would guide his decision, citing the need to prioritize the interests of the Senegalese people and ensure smooth communication between institutions. He called on all institutions to play their roles effectively to avoid a prolonged deadlock. Faye emphasized that each institution, including the Executive and Legislative branches, must be able to function properly.
Despite existing tensions between the Executive and Legislative branches, Faye expressed confidence that a complete deadlock can be avoided. "We do not think that there can be a blockage that is absolutely insurmountable," he said. The President's comments come amid reports of difficulties between the institutions.
Faye's statement on the National Assembly was part of a broader interview with RFI and France 24. He also discussed other issues, including the International Monetary Fund and upcoming elections. The President's remarks were made in New York, where he attended the United Nations General Assembly.
The issue of dissolving the National Assembly has been a subject of speculation in Senegal. Faye's comments have provided some clarity, but the situation remains uncertain. The President's decision will likely have significant implications for the country's politics and governance.
Key points
- President Diomaye Faye has not set a date for dissolving Senegal's National Assembly.
- The decision to dissolve the Assembly will depend on the evolving institutional situation.
- Faye emphasized the need to prioritize the interests of the Senegalese people and ensure smooth communication between institutions.
