Senegal's Constitutional Court Decision: US State Dept. Comments

Department of State

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The United States welcomes the February 15 decision by Senegal's Constitutional Council to restore the presidential electoral calendar in accordance with Senegal's constitution. We note President Sall's announcement that he will fully implement the Constitutional Council's decision and take the necessary steps to organize the election as quickly as possible. We urge all stakeholders to come together in the spirit of Senegal's strong democratic tradition to support a free and fair election conducted in a peaceful and timely manner. The United States stands with the Senegalese people in their unwavering support for democracy.

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