Bénin: «Le Conseil économique et social n'est ni une instance de la mouvance ni de l'opposition»
Summary
Conrad Baguidi, Benin's Mediator of the Republic, defends the utility of the Economic and Social Council as a neutral body for citizen dialogue. He discusses strategies to combat the cost of living through the "citizen basket" and notes a growing trend of diaspora returnees investing in the country. The interview also addresses the absence of parliamentary opposition and the Mediator's role in handling political prisoners.
Topics discussed
Defending the utility of the Economic and Social Council
Addressing purchasing power and the 'citizen basket' initiative
Promoting local production and artisanal self-sufficiency
The return of the diaspora and new entrepreneurs
Political opposition and the nature of democracy
The role of neutrality and trust in the Council
The Mediator's role regarding political prisoners
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