ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

Ukraine: Mejlis leaders want Yanukovych to change format for talks (Kyiv Post, 2010)

Members of the Mejlis, the parliament of the Crimean Tatars, who were appointed to the Council of representatives of the Crimean Tatars of the president of Ukraine, will not participate in its work, Chairman of the Mejlis Mustafa Dzhemilev has said.

People First: The latest in the watch on Ukrainian democracy (Kyiv Post, 2010)

Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych addresses the issue of the Crimean Tatars, while attempting to quell accusations of pressure on freedom of speech in Ukraine. Against a background of critical growth in the external debt of Ukraine, the largest political parties began preparations for local elections.

Hungary's Fidesz Set For Sweeping Victory (XpatLoop.com, 2010)

More than half, 61%, of decided voters will support Fidesz in the upcoming local elections, according to a poll conducted by the conservative Nezopont Institute for weekly Heti Valasz.

OSCE observers arrive in Bosnia and Herzegovina to observe general elections (HREA News, 2010)

The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) today formally opened an election observation mission for the general elections to be held in Bosnia and Herzegovina on 3 October.

Latvia: Urbanovičs: no deal with Par labu Latviju (Baltic Reports, 2010)

Jānis Urbanovičs, Harmony Center’s prime minister candidate, downplayed suggestions that his party is planning on forming a government with the pro-business tandem For a Good Latvia (Par labu Latviju).

Thailand: Official result of district council poll, Bangkok Post (2010).

This article discusses official result and voter turnout for Bangkok district council elections.

Opposition struggle against junta in Myanmar poll, The Brunei Times (2010).

This article discusses candidates from National Democratic Force (NDF) Party and the Democratic Party (Myanmar) to contest the November 7 general elections.

Botswana: Two Molepolole North councillors defect to BMD, Mmegi (2010)

Two more members from the ruling BDP party defect to the new Botswana Movement for Democracy (BMD). The two cited the changes in the BDP as the reasons for leaving the party.

Zambia: FODEP launches 2010-2012 electoral strategy, Lusaka Times (2010)

Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP) launched its strategy in preparation of the upcoming 2011 tripatite elections. Speaking at the launch, FODEP Executive Director Charity Musamba said the upcoming elections would be a defining moment for Zambia.

Academic Tackles Chaos of Elections in Nigeria New York Times (2010)

As the elections are approaching in Nigeria, there is no voters list, no candidates and moreover no dates.

Nigeria: 2011 - PDP's New Bride Allafrica.com (2010)

The upcoming elections in Nigeria, is pushing politicians to do odd things.

USA: Campaign finance law changed face of elections, report shows, The New York Times (2010)

This article reports on the impact of the new law that finance political parties' electoral campaigns in New York City. New discussion on this topic followed after the Campaign Finance Board released a report. A record of small donations from individuals, propelled an unusually large number of challengers to victory over incumbents in the mayoral race.

Tonga Government to require public servants to resign if they run for Parliament, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the latest proposed amendment to Tonga’s Public Service Act. According to this amendment, public servants will have to resign first before registering as candidates. In the past elections, public servants could take a leave, campaign for the elections and then resign if elected.

Uganda: HomeNewsNational National Candidates threaten to boycott polls, Daily Monitor (2010)

This article talks about the NRM Parliamentary and local council primary elections where candidates are demanding for New ballot papers and all other voting materials must be printed and to ensure that conditions are favourable to ensure free and fair elections.

The Constitution of the Republic of Poland of 2nd April, 1997

As published in Dziennik Ustaw No. 78, item 483.

Thailand: PM: No election if unrest remains, Bangkok Post (2010).

This article discusses statement by Thai PM regarding plan for general elections after attack on National Broadcasting Service of Thailand.

Thailand: Lessons from Bangkok poll despite low turnout, The Nation (2010).

This article discusses the voter turnout in Bangkok elections.

Philippines: Comelec: Manual voting to be used in barangay, SK polls, The Philippine Star (2010).

This article discusses Comelec decision to use manual voting in the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) election.

Philippines: Filing of COCs for Barangay, SK polls begins October 1, GMA News (2010).

This article discusses regulations for filing certificate of candidacy and election period of the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections.

Indonesia: House Backs Off General Elections Commission Selection Board, The Jakarta Globe (2010).

This article discusses the selection committee for selecting members of Electoral Management Body.