ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

Egypt: Constitution assembly elects head, another member withdraws, Reuters (2012)

This news article says that Egypt's new assembly, tasked with writing a constitution, chose parliament speaker Saad al-Katatni as its head on Wednesday 28 March, and vowed to press ahead with its mission despite the withdrawal of at least 15 members who opposed its Islamist make-up.

Namibia: No female candidates as UDF congress nears, The Namibian (2013)

In this article, The United Democratic Front (UDF) reports that there are no women to contest top posts. This was reported by Dorcas Shikongo, the party’s secretary of the women’s league.

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UN Human Rights Council condemns election-related violence in Belarus, Belarus News (2011)

The article reports that: "the United Nations Human Rights Council voted Friday to condemn human rights violations before, during and after the December 2010 presidential election in Belarus, and urged the government to end what called the persecution of opposition leaders." The article touches on other aspects of the election-related violence.

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Somalia rival leaders agree to defer elections, Reuters (2011)

The article reports that: "Somalia's feuding leaders agreed ... to extend the mandate of both government and parliament for a year and hold elections by August next year."

Burma rulers to 'hand-pick' election commission, BBC (2010).

This article discusses the first details of the five Myanmar’s elections laws regarding the election commssion for the scheduled 2010 elections.

Thailand invokes emergency laws before rally, BBC (2010).

This article notes the rally that calls for new elections conducted by the supporters of Thailand former prime minister.

Armenian Opposition Leader Says Government Will Fall, RFE/RL (2010)

The article writes about the March 1, 2010 demonstration in Armenia, on the 2nd anniversary of the tragic killing of 10 citizens during the peaceful demonstration after 2008 presidential elections. Armenian opposition leader Levon Ter-Petrossian has harshly criticized the country's leadership and told that incumbent Sarkisian's regime will resign and hold fresh elections.

Georgia: Alasania Nominated Tbilisi Mayoral Candidate After U-Turn, RFE/RL (2010)

The article writes that Irakli Alasania, Georgia's former ambassador to the UN, has nominated his candidacy for May 2010 local elections. He said there is no time for talks about selecting a unified opposition candidate.

Georgia: One More Mayoral Candidate to be Named in April, Civil.ge (2010)

The article writes that Conservative Party; Party of People and Movement for Fair Georgia announced on March 8, that they would select their candidate for Tbilisi mayoral office through public opinion survey. Incumbent Tbilisi mayor, Gigi Ugulava, is expected to be the ruling party’s candidate; he has yet to be formally nominated.

India set to join 40 nations in reserving Parl seats for women, Indian Express (2010)

More than 50 countries have voluntarily set out quota provisions in their own statutes (according to IDEA), as India is all set to join a league of around 40 countries, including Pakistan and Bangladesh, which have quota for women in Parliaments either by means of constitutional amendment or by changing the electoral laws.

U.N. chief told Myanmar supremo of worries about vote, Reuters (2010).

This article discusses the U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s concern regarding the credibility of Myanmar’s 2010 elections.

Malaysia: PM Says Unnecessary To Reintroduce Local Government Elections, Bernama (2010).

This article discusses the statement by Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak regarding local government elections that was considered unnecessary as it would give importance to politicking in the local councils.

Malaysia: Guan Eng Ready To Meet PM Over Local Government Elections, Bernama (2010).

This article discusses the proposal to hold local government elections to elect councilors for the Penang Municipal Council (MPPP) and the Seberang Perai Municipal Council (MPSP).

Philippines: When blackouts can power election fraud, Asia News Network (2010).

This article discusses the impact of electricity blackouts in the electoral process in the Philippines.

Myanmar: The Election Law: Not So Free and Fair, The Irrawaddy (2010).

This article discusses Myanmar’s election law that excludes electoral participation in the 2010 elections by members of a political party if they have been convicted in court.

Myanmar: Political Groups Prepare for Election, The Irrawaddy (2010).

This article discusses the preparation of political groups to register for Myanmar’s 2010 elections.

US Expresses Doubts over Credibility of Burmese Election, The Irrawaddy (2010).

This article discusses concerns expressed by the US regarding Burmese junta's release of electoral laws without reconciliation with the opposition which could create doubts for the 2010 elections’ credibility.