**Fatshimetrie**
**Waited for several weeks, it is finally the long-awaited moment for the general policy statement in Senegal. This December 27, 2024 will be remembered as the day when Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko spoke before the National Assembly to present the major orientations of his government. In a carefully considered speech, he outlined the policy he intends to implement in the months and years to come.**
**Since his appointment nine months ago, Ousmane Sonko has been constantly preparing for this crucial intervention. His objective was clear: to explain clearly and concisely how his government intends to implement the National Transformation Agenda 2050, a real roadmap for the country’s development. Among the priority areas, the Prime Minister insisted on the need to promote the development of territorial hubs for a more decentralized economy, promote good governance and strengthen vocational training. These measures are all the more essential in a context where unemployment affects a significant number of Senegalese citizens, pushing some to consider migration as the only way out.**
**The general policy statement was followed by a lively debate during which MPs had the opportunity to question Ousmane Sonko and raise their concerns. This session helped to clarify certain points and strengthen the transparency of government action. The following day, the Prime Minister will return to the session to engage his government’s responsibility by presenting the budget for the year 2025. A crucial moment that will require the support of the Assembly to implement the policy for which President Bassirou Diomaye Faye was elected.**
**Ultimately, this general policy statement marks an important step in the political life of Senegal. It demonstrates the government’s desire to meet the expectations of citizens and implement significant reforms for the country’s development. This is a historic meeting that opens the way to new perspectives and engages the responsibility of each person in building a better future for all.**