ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

Philippines: House approves ARMM poll postponement , Philippine Daily Inquirer (2011)

This article notes that the Philippines’ House of Representatives approved the postponement of the election in ARMM, scheduled in August 2011, until May 2013.

Malaysia: Sarawak polls to be model for the rest, The Star Online (2011)

This article notes that the Election Commission of Malaysia intends to make the Sarawak State election a model for other states and the general election in Malaysia, as it was believed to be the best poll model.

Malaysia: Allegation That EC Moves Polling Centres Farther From Original Ones Not True – Liew, Bernama (2011)

This article notes the EC’s refutation against the allegation of moving the poling centers farther from the original ones fixed for voters. The EC clarified that the EC had adjusted electoral roll in the Electoral Roll Master Index which caused redelineation of electoral boundaries.

Electoral Justice: The International IDEA Handbook (2010)

An effective electoral justice system is a key element in the unfolding of a free, fair and genuine democratic process. Without a system to mitigate and manage inequality or perceptions of inequality, even the best management of an electoral process may lead to mistrust in the legitimacy of the elected government. This Handbook examines the concept of electoral justice and how to prevent electoral disputes. Using examples from countries such as Afghanistan, Argentina, Bhutan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Burkina Faso, France, Indonesia, Japan, Mexico, the United Kingdom and the United States, it will assist any country with the design and implementation of an electoral justice system that best suits their situation.

President denies problem with Ukraine press freedom (AFP, 2010)

Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych has a little questionable connection toward the Medias. Is that true that nothing had changed?

Ukraine to have next parliamentary election in October 2012 (Itar-Tass, 2010)

The Constitutional Court of Ukraine has passed a resolution saying the next parliamentary election in Ukraine is due in October 2012, Alexander Yefremov, the leader of the Regions Party’s faction in parliament said Thursday.

South Africa: Malema’s push for young blood, IOL (2011)

The article reports on the currently underway ANC youth league elective congress. The conference started yesterday and it is expected to end Sunday.

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St. Kitts and Nevis: Nevis leader launches Election Campaign, Nevis Pages (2011)

Nevis’ Premier, the Hon. Joseph W. Parry officially launched his re-election campaign at a major political rally on Saturday, June 11, where he promised his supporters more housing solutions, better roads and more jobs, should he be re-elected.

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Seychelles President to Schedule Electoral Reforms After Victory, Bloomberg (2011)

The article discusses the propositions made by President James Michel to reform the electoral system after the current legislative elections. According to the president, the National Electoral Commission will soon initiate public consultations.

United Kingdom: Labour slam plans to reform voting system, The Birmingham Mail (2011)

The article discusses the debates around the project of electoral reforms advanced by the Tories’ government. The Tories proposed to change the registration form from a household system where one person can fill in the forms for other people willing to get their polling card to a one person system where each individual will have to register individually. The independent Electoral Commission defends that this change in voting registration procedures will take away the right to vote to several UK citizens.

OSCE report: the second round of Romanian elections complied to OSCE commitments and international standards (Hot News, 2009)

Short overview of the OSCE report on the 2nd round of the presidential elections in Romania.

Romania: Press review - December 8 (Roumanie, 2009)

The Romanian dailies on Tuesday give main coverage to the results of Sunday's presidential runoff vote, the Social Democrats' decision to contest the election outcome and they examine various possible political alliances, as Romania needs political stability to get its economy going.

Thailand: EC votes to disqualify MP for buying votes, Bangkok Post (2012).

This article discusses the disqualification of member of parliament for Buri Ram by Election Commission as the MP is found guilty of vote buying. The Election Commission would forward its resolution and recommendations to the Supreme Court's Election Division.

Indonesia: President asks press to continue watching over democratic processes, Antara News (2012).

This article discusses the statement by Indonesia President Susilo Bambang Yodhoyono for the national press to play an active role in overseeing democratic processes in the country, including implementation of regional elections.

Philippines: Comelec council seeks rigid testing of poll technology for 2013, GMA News (2012).

This article discusses the resolution given to the Philippines Commission on Elections by The Comelec Advisory Council (CAC) which recommend that outstanding legal issue of the current canvassing system (CCS) be resolved prior to adopting it for use in the upcoming 2013 elections.

Philippines: COMELEC names new COAV head, ABS-CBN News (2012).

This article discusses the designation of a new chairman for the Committee on Overseas Absentee Voting (COAV) by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC).

Philippines: Comelec, DOJ take over investigation of 2004 poll fraud, The Philippine Star (2012).

This article discusses the joint panel of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) which will take on the lead in the investigation on alleged cheating in the 2004 national elections.

Malaysia: Don't Be Overzealous In Inviting Foreign Observers: EC, Bernama (2012).

This article discusses the invitation for foreign observers to monitor the 13th general election. The Election Commission formed an election observer team comprises of the EC officers, police, officers of local authorities and candidates' representatives.