ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

Philippines: Watchdogs call for probe of ‘poll irregularities’, Philippine Daily Inquirer (2010).

This article discusses the tallying and transmission of the May 10 election results.

Thailand: Thais must step back from brink, says United Nations, BBC News (2010).

This article discusses the progress of talks to end clashes between red shirts protesters and troops after the government rejected the UN-backed talks.

Malaysia: EC Denies Delaying Announcement Of Poll Result, Bernama (2010).

This article discusses allegation to Election Commission (EC) reagarding the delay of Sibu by-election result anouncement.

Malaysia: Opposition Will Tread Cautiously In Next Sarawak State Election, Bernama (2010).

This article discusses the preparation of DAP for the Sarawak state election.

Myanmar: Suu Kyi Criticizes NDF Faction, The Irrawaddy (2010).

This article discusses the formation of new party by some of the NLD leaders that is considered not compatible with the democratic process as stated by Aung San Suu Kyi.

Myanmar: NDF Responds to Suu Kyi's Criticism, the Irrawaddy (2010).

This article discusses the leader of the National Democratic Force (NDF)’s response regarding the new formation of the political party.

Philippines: Poll Automation Law (Republic Act No. 9369), 2010.

This is the REPUBLIC ACT No. 9369 regarding Poll Automation for Philippines national and local elections.

Hong Kong Democrats Win Bittersweet Election Victory, Voice of America (2010)

Five democracy activists won the by-elections. The turnout, however, reached the lowest level since 1997 (17%).

Rajoelina won't run in Madagascar poll, Mail & Guardian (2010)

Madagascar strongman Andry Rajoelina announced Wednesday he will not stand in a presidential election to be held on November 26, in a major step towards resolving the nation's political deadlock.

Malawi to hold local polls, IOL (2010)

Malawi's electoral commission on Friday said the country will hold its local elections on November 23, after the vote was postponed repeatedly over the last decade.

Madagascan poll possible in three months?, IOL (2010)

Madagascar's rival political factions are discussing a deal hammered out by international negotiators that calls for new elections on the Indian Ocean island nation.

Zimbabwe: Tsvangirai Party Calls for Fresh Election Plans, All Africa (2010)

Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai's party has called for an urgent summit of Southern African leaders to help enforce the agreement setting up Zimbabwe's unity government.

Abdullah: Afghan parliamentary election a 'big test', The Washington Times (2010)

Former Afghan Foreign Minister, Abdullah Abdullah, warns the Afghan people about the coming parliamentary elections. During his visit in the United States, Mr. Abdullah reaffirms the importance of the international community's support.

Australian politician tells public: 'Don't believe what I say', Telegraph (2010)

Tony Abbott, leader of the Australian opposition, admitted on television that people should not believe everything he says. This statement astonished most viewers, but experts believe it could work on his advantage in the upcoming elections.

Uganda:Promote women participation in voters registration, Monitor (2010)

On May 3, the Electoral Commission (EC) embarked on a one-month nationwide voter registration exercise hoping to register 3.5 million voters who have attained 18 years and above but who had never registered with the EC, the majority of whom are women. This was preceded by the reorganisation of polling stations that took place early this year.

Jordan: Final draft of Elections Law yet to be released, Jordan Times (2010)

Minister of State for Media Affairs and Communications and Government Spokesperson Nabil Sharif said on 12 May that the final draft of the legislation has not been announced, adding that several meetings with the media and community leaders will take place once the law is revealed.

Dominican Republic: Last minute elections violence a “stain for democracy”, Dominican Today (2010)

"The Electoral Board’s (JCE) Administrative Chamber president Roberto Rosario reported 12 incidents with several people injured and more than 10 arrests in different parts of the country, which he said is a 'stain for democracy'."

Dominican Republic’s ruling party sweeps elections marred by violence, Dominican Today (2010)

"Dominican Republic’s ruling party, PLD, had won 30 of the country’s 32 senate seats in the congressional and municipal elections marked by isolated violence, whereas the opposition PRD was leading in one province and the PRSC in one, an unprecedented sweep in the nation’s democratic history, according to the Electoral Board’s (JCE) sixth bulletin issued early Monday."

Dominican Republic: Piglet politico says he won’t seek elected posts again, Dominican Today (2010)

"The current secretary of the scandal-ridden Dominican Municipal League (LMD) and who has previously allowed another leader of his party to occupy his Senate seat, said this time he’ll assume the position to represent his province."

Dominican Republic: Opposition party's leader led it to electoral slaughterhouse, Dominican Today (2010)

"Sunday’s electoral results confirmed what everybody had felt: That the errors of the opposition PRD party’s leadership, since the start of last year was leading the organization to the electoral slaughterhouse and which, although easily noticed, inexplicably allowed it."