Gambiaj.com – (DAKAR, Senegal) – In a significant political development, the Senegalese National Assembly has rejected a bill aimed at dissolving the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) and the High Council of Local Authorities (HCCT). This decision has elicited a strong response from the Presidency of the Republic.

In a press release, the Presidential Office stated that President H.E.M. Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye acknowledges the Assembly’s decision, noting that it reflects a “profound disconnect” between the majority deputies and the popular will expressed during the presidential election of March 24, 2024. The President’s reaction underscores the disconnect between the legislative body and the public’s aspirations for institutional reform.

The rejected bill was part of a broader legislative agenda proposed by President Faye, which included the dissolution of the National Commission for Territorial Dialogue (CNDT) and the planned rationalization of state responsibilities. This agenda was designed to streamline public governance and reduce public expenditure, aligning with the President’s transformation doctrine outlined in the PROJECT.

The press release highlighted that the President remains committed to respecting democratic processes and plural political expressions, emphasizing the importance of balancing various political positions within Senegal’s governance framework.

As the debate continues, the President’s office remains focused on pushing forward with reforms while navigating the complexities of parliamentary and public expectations.