Title: Azali Assoumani celebrates his victory in Moroni: a controversial new mandate
Introduction :
The Supreme Court of the Comoros has confirmed the victory of Azali Assoumani in the presidential election, thus ensuring him a third consecutive term. Following this confirmation, the president invited his supporters to a celebration in Moroni, where he addressed the nation. However, this victory is still contested by his political opponents, who are demanding the cancellation of the vote and the organization of new elections. In this article, we will return to this event and analyze the opposition’s expectations of the international community.
A speech focused on campaign promises and appeasement:
During the celebration in Moroni, Azali Assoumani reiterated his campaign commitments, emphasizing the urgent needs of the Comorian people such as access to health care, drinking water, electricity and jobs for young people. He also expressed his condolences to the family of a young man killed during clashes between the population and the army. While calling for an end to the violence, the president stressed the need for a new beginning for the country.
The opposition’s expectations of the international community:
Despite the confirmation of Azali Assoumani’s victory by the Supreme Court, the opposition continues to contest the results and looks to the international community for support. The five opposition candidates sent a letter to the chairperson of the African Union Commission, expressing their demand for the poll to be canceled and new elections to be held. They also hope that a special envoy will be sent to the Comoros as part of the resolution of the political crisis.
Uncertain international recognition:
Despite these expectations, the international community is unlikely to question the results of the presidential election in Comoros. International partners, such as the African Union, the United Nations, the European Union, the United States and France, are likely to recognize the dysfunctions and tensions surrounding the election, but without calling into question the legitimacy of Azali Assoumani. They could call for improvements for the next elections, but will avoid interference in the internal affairs of a sovereign country.
Conclusion :
The celebration of Azali Assoumani’s victory in Moroni was an opportunity for the president to reaffirm his campaign promises and call for appeasement. However, the opposition continues to contest the results and seeks support from the international community. Although international partners express concerns about the electoral process, they are unlikely to question Azali Assoumani’s victory. The political situation in the Comoros remains tense and only time will tell how this controversy will be resolved.