From The Rio Times · Amina Diarra · · 1m 20s
Madagascar Leader Says Talks Need No Budget
Madagascar's president insists national reforms can proceed without funds.
In brief
Madagascar's president insists national reforms can proceed without funds. Colonel Michaël Randrianirina stated Madagascar's national concertation must continue without a budget to avoid delays in state re-founding. Originally reported by The Rio Times.
Madagascar President's Statement
Colonel Michaël Randrianirina said Madagascar's national concertation must proceed without a budget to redesign state governance.
“The concertation is a question of will rather than money”
Process Timeline
Consultations began September 14, 2026, moved to municipalities October 5, and districts October 26, with regional meetings scheduled for November 16.
Refondation Goals
The government's state re-founding aims to center vulnerable populations and require a change in mentality to reject mediocrity.
Next Steps
Regional consultations start November 16, 2026, with national meetings planned for March 2027 and a final report due May 2027.
Delay Impact
The delayed process pushes the timeline for showing citizens and foreign partners the new state structure to May 2027.
Budget Challenge
No budget figure was provided despite the president acknowledging the process is running late without financial commitment.
Regional Consultations
Regional meetings are scheduled to begin November 16, 2026, with the next phase for Malagasy living abroad ending November 16.
National Outcome
The national concertation aims to produce a blueprint for state re-founding by May 2027, with the final report due in May 2027.
The key point
Colonel Michaël Randrianirina stated Madagascar's national concertation must continue without a budget to avoid delays in state re-founding.
