Ouagadougou: The Committee on Legal Affairs, Defense and Security (CAEDS) of the People's Legislative Assembly (ALP) convened on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, to review a series of draft laws presented by a government delegation. The delegation included Comrades Minister in charge of Communication Pingdwend© Gilbert OUEDRAOGO and Minister Delegate to the Minister of Foreign Affairs Bªbgnasgnan Stella Eldine KABRE/KABORE.
According to Burkina Information Agency, three major bills were tabled for discussion. These included the authorization to ratify an agreement for establishing the confederation radio station "Daand¨ Liptako" among Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, signed on November 26, 2025, in Ouagadougou. Additionally, a similar agreement was presented for the television station "Tafouk TV," signed on December 21, 2025, in Bamako. The third bill concerned the authorization to ratify the 1994 Montreal Protocol on offenses committed on board aircraft.
The session served as a platform for government officials to outline the potential benefits of ratifying these agreements for Burkina Faso. Comrade Minister of Communication OUEDRAOGO, with support from Comrade Deputy Minister KABRE/KABORE, emphasized the importance of these agreements in aligning Burkina Faso's legal framework with the confederate media initiatives, thereby facilitating the country's active participation in these projects.
During the session, CAEDS members expressed various concerns, including the selection of headquarters for Radio and Television AES, financing methods, languages for broadcasting, and coverage areas. Comrade OUEDRAOGO assured that comprehensive measures are in place to establish a robust confederation network, focusing on promoting indigenous values and combating disinformation.
On the topic of the 1994 Montreal Protocol, Minister Delegate KABRE/KABORE highlighted the significance of harmonizing Burkina Faso's domestic laws with international standards. She asserted that ratifying the protocol would enhance the country's commitment to multilateralism, bolster its credibility within the international aviation community, and reinforce its participation in global civil aviation safety efforts.
After the presentations, the committee accepted the request for authorization to ratify the three draft laws, with plans for further examination in a plenary session at the ALP on July 17, 2026.