The interim head of state of Madagascar announced the dissolution of the government.

According to a statement released by the Madagascar presidential palace on the evening of the 9th, the interim head of state, Rajoelina, announced the dissolution of the current government. The statement said that the current government has ceased to fulfill its duties, and the selection of a new prime minister will be made as soon as possible in accordance with the constitution. In the meantime, secretaries of various ministries will be responsible for handling daily affairs. As of the time of writing, the specific date for appointing a new prime minister has not been announced.