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A resolution calling for a democratic transition in the Republic of Chad and standing with the people of Chad.
12/29/2022, 6:48 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 701
The resolution emphasizes the importance of upholding democratic principles and the rule of law in Chad, and calls on the transitional government to engage in inclusive dialogue with all political stakeholders to ensure a peaceful and democratic transition of power. It also condemns the use of violence and repression against peaceful protesters and calls for the release of political prisoners.
Furthermore, the resolution expresses solidarity with the people of Chad in their quest for democracy and human rights, and calls on the US government to support efforts to promote democracy and good governance in Chad. It also urges the international community to stand with the people of Chad in their struggle for freedom and democracy. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 701 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to support the democratic aspirations of the people of Chad and promote stability and democracy in the region.
Congressional Summary of SRES 701
This resolution condemns the April 2021 military takeover in Chad as a coup d'etat.
The resolution supports the African Union's call for transitional authorities, including General Mahamat Deby and members of the Transitional Military Council (TMC), to (1) organize elections by October 22, 2022, in accordance with the 18-month timeframe articulated by the TMC, and (2) commit publicly not to stand as candidates in the elections they are responsible for organizing.
The resolution also calls on General Mahamat Deby and leaders of the TMC to (1) immediately release all of those arbitrarily arrested during the April-May 2021 protests, (2) publicly commit not to run in elections, and (3) abide by the 18-month transitional timeline for restoring civilian rule via free, fair, and peaceful democratic elections.
