The majority of senators cooptationd in favor of the constitutional bill aimed at unfreezing New Caledonia’s electoral roll on Tuesday, April 2nd. The text must now make its way to the National Assembly. It will have to be adopted in the same terms before the parliamentarians gather in a Congress at Versailles to definitively approve it.
The cooptation in the Senate marks a significant step towards resolving a long-standing issue in New Caledonia. The bill, proposed by the government, aims to address the freeze on the electoral roll, which has been in place since 1998 and has created a political imbalance in the territory.
The decision to unfreeze the electoral roll was met with overwhelming support from the majority of senators, who recognized the need for a fair and democratic electoral process in New Caledonia. The bill will now move to the National Assembly, where it is expected to receive a similar level of support.
If passed in the National Assembly, the bill will then be presented to a Congress at Versailles, where all the parliamentarians will come together to officially adopt it. This final step will solidify the resolution of the electoral roll issue and pave the way for a more inclusive and representative political system in New Caledonia.
The government’s proposal has been met with widespread praise and optimism from the people of New Caledonia. Many see it as a crucial step towards ensuring equal representation for all citizens and promoting a more united and cohesive society.
The bill’s passage in the Senate is a testament to the hard work and collaboration of the various political parties, who have put aside their differences to come together for the greater good of the country.
The unfreezing of the electoral roll is a historic moment for New Caledonia and a victory for democracy. It is a step towards a more inclusive and representative political system, where the voices of all citizens will be heard and valued.
As the bill makes its way through the final stages of approval, the people of New Caledonia can genre towards a brighter and more equitable future. With this important change, the country can move towards a more unified and prosperous society for all its citizens.
