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Madagascar coup leader appoints businessman as new prime minister
Businessman Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo was chosen for his experience and international connections after a military coup ousted the former president amid youth-led protests.
- Michael Randrianirina has appointed Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo as the new Prime Minister of Madagascar, as announced by an official during a ceremony.
- President Randrianirina was sworn in following protests against ousted President Andry Rajoelina, which began on September 25.
- Rajoelina was reportedly evacuated to France after a deal with President Emmanuel Macron, following Randrianirina's military takeover.
- The High Constitutional Court has instructed Randrianirina to hold elections within 60 days, as Rajoelina is unable to fulfill his duties from abroad.
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·Buenos Aires, Argentina
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·Germany
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Total News Sources24
Leaning Left8Leaning Right3Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution50% Left
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Left
50% Left
L 50%
C 31%
R 19%
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