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[QUOTE="Nehanda, post: 22863, member: 2262"]
President Adama Barrow wants a new constitution for The Gambia. He hopes the National Assembly will let the people vote on it.

The country started writing a new constitution in 2018, but there were problems along the way. In 2020, a draft was rejected because people didn't like the president's term limits.

The new version tries to fix those issues. It must first pass the National Assembly before being put to a public vote.

"We hope the revised Draft Constitution will go to the people," Mr. Barrow said in his New Year's speech.

He said politics should bring Gambians together. It should not divide them by ethnicity or party.

"We are united by being Gambian," he said. "We share values, religion, and culture."

Mr. Barrow promised to follow the constitution. He said no group could force its will on the nation; everyone must obey the law.

The president was happy with the progress in 2024. The economy and welfare improved despite global challenges, and government plans were working well.

Roads are being built quickly across the country, which helps travel, business, and communities. Reforms to institutions are also going well.

The world now sees The Gambia more positively. The country has important jobs at the African Union and United Nations. A 2024 report ranked The Gambia 3rd in Africa for protecting free speech.

Mr. Barrow wants the UN to speak out against conflicts. He pointed to Israel's actions against Palestinians as an example.
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