After a well-deserved summer break, the senators of the Democratic Republic of Congo are back in the National Assembly. The parliamentary session, which began on September 15, was opened by the President of the Senate, Modeste Bahati Lukwebo.
In his opening speech, the Senate President highlighted the importance of this session as the world celebrates the International Day of Democracy. He expressed the wish to see the DRC have an independent justice system, stressing that democracy is a process which requires the participation of all national and international actors.
This session, which is the last of the current legislature, will be mainly devoted to examining the state budget for the 2024 financial year. The government has already submitted the draft budget to the National Assembly, and the president of the Senate appeals to the government’s common sense so that this budget is processed on time.
It is also important to note that this session takes place in a context of major national and international news. Indeed, the DRC faces many challenges, both economically and socially and politically. The security situation in the country is also worrying, with tensions and conflicts in certain regions.
In this context, senators will have the difficult task of examining and proposing measures to contribute to the development and stability of the country. They will also have to take into account the concerns of the population and work in collaboration with other state institutions to find lasting solutions.
In conclusion, the resumption of the parliamentary session by the DRC senators is a crucial moment for the country. There are many issues at stake, and it is essential that parliamentarians work efficiently and transparently to meet the expectations of the population and contribute to the country’s progress while respecting democratic principles.