News: Augustin Matata Ponyo’s social project focused on national defense and internal security
Senator Augustin Matata Ponyo, declared presidential candidate for 2023, presented his social project at an event in Kindu, capital of Maniema province. Having served as Prime Minister under the Kabila regime, Matata Ponyo emphasizes the priority of national defence, internal security and peace in his program.
According to the former Prime Minister, the reform of the State goes through the restoration of peace and security. He considers this step to be an absolute emergency. To achieve this goal, Matata Ponyo plans to build an efficient army, a powerful police and formidable intelligence services. In addition, it wishes to establish good neighborly relations with neighboring countries.
As part of his project, Matata Ponyo plans to increase the share of the budget allocated to the army, from 6 to 15% of the national budget. It is also committed to improving the social conditions of servicemen and making a career in law enforcement more attractive.
To realize these ambitions, Matata Ponyo presented a five-year budget projection, with a total amount of 90.9 billion US dollars, representing an annual budget of 18.2 billion US dollars.
In addition to national defence, internal security and peace, Matata Ponyo’s action program is based on three strategic priorities: an emergency infrastructure plan for investment and growth, reconnecting with the industrial destiny of the DRC, as well as the reform and construction of a strategic state for the well-being of the Congolese.
Augustin Matata Ponyo’s social project highlights the need to strengthen national defense and internal security to guarantee the stability and development of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The establishment of an efficient army and efficient security services as well as the improvement of the social conditions of the military are key points of its program. By promoting peace and emphasizing economic development, Matata Ponyo hopes to create conditions conducive to the prosperity of the country and the well-being of its people.