This will perhaps be Christine Razanamahasoa’s last official speech on the roost during this legislature.
The extraordinary session of Parliament, which began with measured expectations, is coming to an end without major clashes.
Parliament completed its entire extraordinary session agenda without a hitch. The work followed the planned agenda, with the presentation of the general policy of the State by the Prime Minister before the two Chambers. Two crucial bills, relating to decentralized local authorities and amendments to the penal code, were also adopted, demonstrating successful execution of the agendas.
New deputies
The closing ceremony, scheduled for Friday February 9, unless changed, could be the end point of this extraordinary session. No other parliamentary event is currently on the agenda for the week, suggesting the possible conclusion of this legislature. Speculation about legislative elections before the next session in May is gaining intensity, suggesting the possibility of the arrival of new deputies in the lower house for the next session.
Political future
The highlight of the closing will be the highly anticipated speech by Christine Razanamahasoa, President of the National Assembly. Absent at the opening of the session due to an official trip to Algeria, she has been criticized by supporters of the President of the Republic since last October for her critical positions towards the regime in place. The announcement of his participation or not in the next legislative elections could then determine his political future.
Tension
Since last October, a perceptible tension has developed between Christine Razanamahasoa and the Prime Minister, Christian Ntsay, deliberately avoiding their mutual presence during official ceremonies. The question of Ntsay’s presence at the closing ceremony led by Razanamahasoa remains unresolved, further fueling speculation about relations at the top of government. The closing of this extraordinary session therefore promises to be a key moment, potentially determining for the political destinies of the personalities involved. Christine Razanamahasoa’s speech could offer clarity on her political future, while the presence, or absence, of the Prime Minister will add a note of suspense to this high-profile political event.
Rija R.
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