Officials confirmed the development on Tuesday afternoon, capping weeks of negotiation that at times appeared close to collapse. Supporters described the outcome as a turning point, while critics warned that the real test would be in how it is implemented over the coming months.
Speaking to reporters outside the main hall, one senior figure said the priority now was to move quickly and transparently. “People have waited long enough. They want to see results on the ground, not more speeches,” they said.
Analysts note that the decision comes against a backdrop of rising living costs and growing public impatience. Several independent studies published this year pointed to the same structural challenges, from financing gaps to weak coordination between agencies.
The details, published in full late on Monday, include a phased timeline, a new oversight body and quarterly public reporting. Civil society groups welcomed the reporting requirement but said they would push for stronger penalties for missed targets.
What happens next
The first phase is expected to begin early next year. Observers will be watching closely for the appointment of the oversight board, which many see as the clearest early signal of intent.
This is not the end of the conversation — it is the beginning of the hard part.
Independent policy analyst
For now, attention turns to the budget process, where the money to back these commitments will have to be found.
Residents interviewed across three towns expressed cautious optimism. “We have heard promises before,” said one trader. “But if this one is real, it changes everything for families like mine.”
