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Madagascar |
Madagascar became a French colony in 1896, but regained its independence in 1960.
After an economic collapse in 1991, people took to the streets to demand a new government.
Democratic presidential and National Assembly elections were held in 1993, ending
17 years of a quasi-Marxist regime that introduced nationalization and affiliation
with communist states. However, the new president was subsequently impeached by
the National Assembly, due to the constant breach of the constitution.
In 1997, the leader during the 1970s and 1980s was returned to the presidency, which
lasted until the 2001 presidential election that nearly caused secession of half
of the country. With the intention of remaining in power, regardless of the election
results, he formed the rival government, roads were blocked and bridges set on fire.
The population suffered greatly due to increased prices of vital supplies. Thousands
of jobs were lost and the poor starved.
Nevertheless, in April 2002, the High Constitutional Court’s authorization of the
new president was supported by the army. Ever since then, the new president successfully
works with the IMF and World Bank to end corruption and boost the country's economic
potential. He survived an attempted coup in January 2003.
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