Four days after the seizure of power, Damibba, military leader of the burkina Faso coup and chairman of the Patriotic Movement for the Defence and Restoration (MPSR), made his first public appearance. He delivered a televised address to the people of Burkina Faso at 8 p.m. local time on January 27 in his capacity as head of state.
Damibah said security remains a top priority and will devote sufficient resources to significantly reduce areas affected by terrorism and violent extremism.
Damibah said he had begun consultations with people from all sides, including outgoing politicians, "to identify the main course that will lead us to a long-term consensus and inclusive decision, to rebuild and restore lasting peace." ”
Damibah promised to return to normal constitutional order within a limited timetable, and he hoped to receive the support of the international community. He said he understood the legitimate suspicions raised by such destruction, but "I would like to assure all my friends of Burkina Faso that Burkina Faso will continue to abide by its international commitments, in particular respect for human rights." Similarly, the functioning of the judiciary will be ensured with strict respect for its independence. (Reporter He Beiping)
Column Editor-in-Chief: Zhang Wu Text Editor: Li Linwei Caption Source: Visual China Photo Editor: Zhu Juan
Source: Author: CCTV News