UPDATE 1-Rivals shun Madagascar leader's pact with parties
REUTERS
* Deal sets legislative and presidential election dates
* Opposition leaders reject agreement
* Neighbours and donors unlikely unlikely to support pact
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By Alain Iloniaina
ANTANANARIVO, Aug 14 (Reuters) - Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina signed a deal late on Friday with dozens of minor parties aimed at ending a protracted political crisis, but the pact was rejected by the country's main opposition leaders.
Political analysts said it was unlikely the Indian Ocean island's regional neighbours and donor countries would accept the agreement without Rajoelina's rivals supporting it.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Rajoelina said it marked a step towards a new constitution for the country, adding: "Our signatures take us in that direction."