President Rivlin to consult with parties on formation of next government
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President Rivlin to Consult With Parties on Format

  • 9/22/2019
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    The Director-General of the President’s Residence, Harel Tubi, has sent official letters to the heads of the parties elected to the 22nd Knesset, informing them that President Reuven Rivlin will begin consultations with all parties this afternoon (Sunday 22 September 2019.)
     
    The president reached his decision following discussions with the Chairman of the Central Elections Committee, Judge Hanan Melcer, earlier today, and after receiving his consent.  
     
    After the consultations, which normally last around two days, and in light of the requests he has received from the political system, the president will, if necessary, invite the candidates proposed by the parties during the consultations to form the government for further talks.
     
    Once he receives the official results of the elections from Judge Melcer on Wednesday 25 September 2019, the president will consider if a further round of consultations is required.
     
    As happened in the last elections for the first time, the president has ordered that the meetings with the parties will be broadcast live on all platforms, to ensure transparency for Israeli citizens.
     
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