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Motion · S3M-04229 · 26 May 2009

Congratulations to His Excellency President Dr Bingu wa Mutharika and Hon Joyce Banda

Lodged by Jack McConnell Standard Motion 44 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates His Excellency President Dr Bingu wa Mutharika and Hon Joyce Banda on their inauguration as President and Vice President of the Republic of Malawi following the general election held on 19 May 2009; notes that the interim report by the Commonwealth Observer group that the elections, only the fourth multi-party elections in Malawi’s history, were peaceful and well-managed; wishes all new and returning members of parliament every success for the next parliamentary term, and looks forward to Scotland and Malawi continuing to work together to support Malawi’s development.

Supporters (44)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.