Bérenger Signals his Potential Resignation and Warns of “Grave Economic Crisis”

Paul Bérenger, the Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the Mouvement Militant Mauricien (MMM), has announced he will boycott Parliament this Tuesday, 17 March, as he considers resigning from his government post.

Speaking following a meeting of the MMM’s Political Bureau on Monday afternoon, 16 March, Mr Bérenger revealed that while his “decision is made,” he will wait until tomorrow, Tuesday 17, to determine if and when he will formally step down as Vice-Prime Minister.

“I will not be in Parliament tomorrow,” Mr Bérenger stated. “I will see tomorrow if I must resign from my post. If I have to choose between my position and the country, I will choose the country.”

Economic Warnings

The Deputy Prime Minister’s potential departure comes amid his warnings of a “grave economic crisis” and a deteriorating financial situation.

Mr Bérenger expressed sharp disagreement with the government’s management of key portfolios since November, specifically citing the lack of a full-time Finance Minister as a critical failing.

“We are heading for a breakdown,” he cautioned, referencing a tense international climate and the ongoing war in the Middle East as complicating factors.

He confirmed he had urged the Prime Minister earlier today to appoint a dedicated, full-time Finance Minister to address the worsening economy.

Party Fallout

The political rift appears to extend to the legislature. While Mr Bérenger will be absent from the National Assembly when it resumes work on Tuesday, he noted that MMM deputies wishing to attend may do so, adding that “each must assume their responsibilities.”

Further details regarding the party’s direction are expected following a meeting of the MMM Central Committee, scheduled for Wednesday, 18 March, at 15:30 at the Hennessy Park Hotel in Ébène. Should the situation escalate, the party may subsequently convene its Assembly of Delegates.

Source Defi Media / Defi Media2 / Defi Media3