International observers offer positive assessment of polls
Teams from the EU, Commonwealth and foreign embassies observed the election.
10 Apr 2019, 9:00 AM
International observers from the European Union, foreign embassies and the Commonwealth have praised the conduct of Saturday’s parliamentary polls.
In a joint statement Monday, the EU and the embassies of France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Romania and the United Kingdom commended the Elections Commission for the “smooth conduct of election day.”
“We take note of the statement by President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih who reassured that he will work together with all to realise the government’s pledges to the people,” it added.
“As steadfast friends of the Maldives, we look forward to supporting the country’s efforts towards reform.”
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