About this video
- Video Title: selbonne1
- Channel: Algou Jordy Production 971
- Speakers: Ronald Selbonne, Cédric Sentim
- Duration: 00:11:06
Overview
This video features an interview with Ronald Selbonne, a spokesperson for the Alliance Nationale Guadeloupéenne (ANG), discussing current events and the political future of Guadeloupe. Key topics include the transition to a dematerialized vital card, the implications of geothermal energy exploration by Albioma, and the ANG's proposed political status for Guadeloupe, advocating for a form of autonomy similar to New Caledonia. The discussion also touches upon the persistent issues of water management and the need for genuine political power and leadership change in Guadeloupe.
Key takeaways
- Digital Transition Challenges: The introduction of the dematerialized vital card raises concerns about accessibility for a significant portion of the Guadeloupean population, particularly the elderly and those not proficient with digital tools. The speaker emphasizes the need for accompanying measures to ensure inclusivity.
- Geothermal Exploration and Local Control: The exploration of geothermal energy by Albioma highlights the need for Guadeloupe to have greater control over its economic resources and decision-making processes, including taxation and environmental regulations.
- Political Status and Autonomy: The ANG advocates for a political status that grants Guadeloupe significant autonomy, drawing parallels with New Caledonia's "lois pays" (country laws) system. This is seen as a means to address local economic and ecological concerns more effectively.
- Water Management Crisis: The long-standing issue of water management in Guadeloupe is discussed, with criticism directed at both local elected officials and the state for failing to adequately address problems of water leaks, production, and the mismanagement of funds by multinational companies.
- Need for Political Change and Leadership: The interview underscores a perceived lack of genuine political leadership in Guadeloupe, capable of asserting local interests and decision-making power against external impositions. A call for a change in both status and the people in power is made.
- Grassroots Engagement for Emancipation: The ANG is conducting internal consultations to update its proposals. The importance of public dialogue and explaining the need for local power to the people is stressed as crucial for achieving emancipation and avoiding the "disappearance" of Guadeloupe.
