In its first meeting since installation on April 5, the Cabinet meeting, chaired by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, witnessed the unveiling of significant national priorities. President Faye stressed the need for profound change at all levels, expressing gratitude for the immense hope placed in his administration’s collective project.
President Faye outlined five priorities for his tenure: youth empowerment, combating high costs of living, modernizing justice, promoting economic sovereignty, and strengthening national unity. He tasked Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko with finalizing a government action plan by April.
Additionally, President Faye called for a comprehensive review of public administration, finances, and partnerships. He emphasized the need to reorganize and digitalize the state apparatus, emphasizing efficiency and collegiality to achieve the collective project’s success.
President Faye praised the Senegalese people’s support for a united, sovereign, fair, and prosperous Senegal. He urged the government to work diligently, adhere to the rule of law, and finalize an action plan by the end of April.
The President also instructed the Prime Minister to conduct a thorough review of programs, projects, human capital, and budgetary resources in each ministry. He emphasized the importance of engaging with the private sector to revive the national economy and prepare a legislative and regulatory program based on ministry proposals.
A government seminar was ordered to frame the state’s action globally, along with the development of an innovative government communication strategy to ensure public policy understanding and support.
In closing, President Faye extended warm wishes to the Islamic Ummah ahead of Korité, praying for a Senegal of peace, solidarity, prosperity, and progress.
Prime Minister Sonko reiterated the government’s commitment to the collective project and pledged to work tirelessly under the president’s leadership for the betterment of all Senegalese.
