The National Dialogue endorses re-establishment of 32 plus states
Nov 16, 2020(Nyamilepedia) — The National Dialogue endorsed the establishment of the 32 states as well as adoption of a two-tiered federal structure of governance.
A map featuring 32 states created by President Salva Kiir Mayardit
“The South Sudan National Dialogue Conference resolves to adopt a two-tiered federal structure of governance consisting of federal and state levels of government, and to adopt a mixed federal system,” said Abraham Awolich, a member of the National Dialogue Committee.
Awolich further said that the conference resolved that the state government will consist of Administrative and a federal government.
“The Conference further resolved that state governments shall have administrative and political autonomy from the federal government, have the same corresponding branches of government as federal government namely, the executive, legislative and judicial structures, have the competence to create local government structures with the approval of the Senate in a manner consistent with the Local Government Act, 2009.” Awolich read the resolution.
“The Conference endorsed the establishment of 32 plus states based on the following criteria; population, territoriality, economic viability, and, skilled personnel.” Abraham Awolich added.
The conference further resolved for a presidential system with two vice presidents whereby the president can only be elected for a maximum of two terms.
The issue of National Security and economy will be handled by the federal government.
According to Awolich, these resolutions will be presented to the president during the closing ceremony for implementation.
He further said that the conference is expected to settle social disputes and sources of conflict.
The conference will also stage for an integrated and inclusive national development strategy, agree on steps and guarantees to ensure safe, free, fair and peaceful elections and post transition.
The National Dialogue is also expected to provide solution to the internally displaced persons and refugee as well as develop a long-term framework for national peace, healing and reconciliation.
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