Title: More diplomatic passports for Guinean ministers: a measure to strengthen government efficiency
Introduction :
In a recent announcement, the Prime Minister of Guinea decided to withdraw the diplomatic and service passports of members of the government. This decision, which is part of the rebuilding of the Guinean State, aims to improve the quality of public services. However, the Guinean press suggests that this measure was motivated by the actions of certain ministers and the desire of the transitional president, Mamadi Doumbouya, to better control the costly travel of his government team. In this article, we will examine in more detail the reasons behind this measure and its potential impact on government effectiveness.
A refoundation of the Guinean State:
The decision to withdraw the diplomatic and service passports of Guinean ministers is part of a set of reforms aimed at rebuilding the Guinean state. The objective is to improve the quality of public services offered to citizens and to strengthen government efficiency. By reorganizing the services for granting mission orders, reviewing formalities for obtaining visas and reception at the airport, the government wishes to improve the administrative formalities linked to the professional trips of ministers.
A framework to limit costly travel:
Although the measure is presented as an administrative reform, the Guinean press suggests that this decision was motivated by the practices of certain ministers. Indeed, the president of the transition, Mamadi Doumbouya, would have expressed his irritation at the frequency of ministers’ travel to ceremonies, seminars and other events, both in Guinea and internationally. This measure therefore aims to better control expenses linked to official travel and to hold members of the government accountable.
The impact on government efficiency:
The withdrawal of diplomatic passports from Guinean ministers may have a significant impact on government efficiency. By limiting travel, the government seeks to better focus the action of its ministers on national priorities, in particular the implementation of current reforms and the search for financing for the upcoming elections. However, it could also hinder the participation of Guinean ministers in important international meetings and events that could promote the country’s development.
Conclusion :
The decision to withdraw the diplomatic and service passports of Guinean ministers is part of the rebuilding of the Guinean state and reflects the desire of the transitional president, Mamadi Doumbouya, to optimize governmental efficiency. By limiting costly travel and reorganizing procedures related to professional travel, the government aims to better target the actions of ministers and concentrate their efforts on national priorities. However, it will be essential to monitor the impact of this measure on the participation of Guinean ministers in international events and to ensure that it does not hinder the country’s development.