TITLE XVI. THE TRANSITIONAL AND FINAL PROVISIONS
CHAPTER I. DESIGNATION OF THE VICE-PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC
Article 179
The President of the Republic in office on the date of the promulgation of this Constitution appoints the Vice-President of the Republic, upon verification of his eligibility by the Constitutional Council. The President of the Republic dismisses him from office.
The Vice-President of the Republic so appointed is sworn in, under the conditions set forth in the law, before the Constitutional Council, in a formal sitting.
CHAPTER II. VACANCY OF THE PRESIDENCY OF THE REPUBLIC
Article 180
In the event of the vacancy of the Presidency of the Republic by death, resignation or absolute incapacity of the President of the Republic, the official duties of President of the Republic are exercised by the Vice-President of the Republic.
The new President of the Republic completes the term of office of the elected President of the Republic. He may not make use of articles 70, 75 paragraph 1 and 177. The Vice-President of the Republic acting as President of the Republic may not appoint a vice-president for the remainder of the term of office.
Should the new President of the Republic, in turn, be prevented, for whatever reason, the official duties of the President of the Republic are exercised by the Government in the order of protocol.
CHAPTER III. THE STATUS OF INSTITUTIONS
Article 181
Until the establishment of new institutions, existing institutions continue their official duties and responsibilities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Article 182
Pending the establishment of the Senate, the responsibilities of the Parliament are exercised by the National Assembly.
The mandate of the National Assembly in office on the date of the promulgation of this Constitution expires at the end of 2016.
The term of office of the Parliament elected after the entry into force of this Constitution ends in December 2020.
CHAPTER IV. LEGISLATIVE CONTINUITY
Article 183
The legislation currently in force in Côte d’Ivoire remains applicable, except for the intervention of new drafts, so long as it does not run counter to this Constitution.
CHAPTER V. THE ENTRY INTO FORCE OF THE CONSTITUTION
Article 184
This Constitution enters into force from the date of its promulgation by the President of the Republic.
It is published in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire.
