Quebec to participate in election for Francophonie leader

The newly elected Parti Québécois government in Quebec is preparing to participate in the selection of the next leader for the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie. The announcement of the new head is expected on November 16 at the conclusion of the 20th Francophonie Summit in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Four candidates are competing for the position of secretary-general: incumbent Rwandan Louise Mushikiwabo, Congolese Juliana Amato Lumumba, former Romanian Prime Minister Dacian Ciolos, and Mauritanian Coumba Bâ. The role oversees an organization of 90 members with an annual budget of approximately $116 million.

Quebec Premier Paul St-Pierre Plamondon intends to attend the summit, emphasizing the importance of international relations. While Quebec has not yet declared a preferred candidate, a spokesperson for the Ministry of International Relations stated that the province hopes the elected leader will promote unity and remain receptive to Quebec’s specific interests and priorities.