The ruling Convention for the Renewal of the Comoros party won 28 of 33 parliamentary seats, ensuring its majority. The election, boycotted by some opposition parties, awaits Supreme Court confirmation. Led by President Azali Assoumani, who has been in power since 2016, this victory strengthens his political position amidst ongoing tensions in Comoros.
The ruling party, Convention for the Renewal of the Comoros (CRC), led by President Azali Assoumani, has achieved a significant victory in the most recent parliamentary election, securing 28 out of 33 seats. The electoral commission announced the results, which are pending confirmation from the Supreme Court. Notably, several opposition parties chose to boycott this election, alleging that Assoumani’s party engaged in electoral fraud.
President Assoumani, a former military officer, initially seized power in a coup back in 1999. After serving one term, he stepped down in 2006. His political resurgence occurred in 2016 when he won the presidential election and has remained in power ever since. Subsequent constitutional changes in 2018 have allowed him not only to extend his presidency but also to circumvent existing term limits and a previous agreement for rotating the presidency among the nation’s three islands. This recent electoral win further solidifies his dominance in a politically charged atmosphere.
The triumph of the CRC party in Comoros reinforces President Azali Assoumani’s political authority amidst rising tensions. Despite opposition allegations of fraud and a boycott from some parties, the ruling party’s significant gain in parliamentary seats ensures a continued majority. With constitutional amendments facilitating his extended rule, Assoumani’s stronghold on power appears increasingly secure, setting the stage for future political developments.
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