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How is Chadâs Senate formed under the 2023 constitution?
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Under the 2023 constitution, Chadâs parliament is bicameral, consisting of the National Assembly and the Senate. The Senate is formed through a combination of indirect election and presidential appointment:1
- Indirect Election: Two-thirds of the Senate members are elected by an electoral college composed of municipal and provincial councillors.1
- Presidential Appointment: The remaining one-third of the Senate members are appointed by the president.1
Senators serve six-year terms, which are renewable.1