Madagascar's president has appointed a new prime minister.

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

ANTANANARIVO, October 6 (Xinhua) — Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina on Monday appointed Rufen Zafisamba as the country's new prime minister. This comes a week after the government was dissolved amid mass protests.

The new prime minister must be "capable of restoring order and regaining the people's trust," stated A. Rajoelina, adding that R. Zafisambu's main task will be improving the population's living conditions and advancing the country's key priorities.

Prior to his appointment, R. Zafisambu served as Director of the Military Directorate in the Office of the Prime Minister since 2021. –0–

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