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May 11th Elections/ OSCE-ODIHR Report: SPAK has established a task force, a positive innovation in this process

2025-04-29 17:09:00, Politikë CNA

May 11th Elections/ OSCE-ODIHR Report: SPAK has established a task force, a

OSCE-ODIHR published today its preliminary report for the period from April 1 to April 21 regarding the May 11 parliamentary elections.

The report states that the media is suffering from concentration of ownership.

The report also highlights the role of SPAK in the parliamentary elections, with the establishment of a task force, which the OSCE-ODIHR calls a positive innovation in the electoral process.

" Media under pressure"

The media suffers from concentration of ownership, dependence on public tenders and lack of transparency. Libel is still a criminal offense and there are numerous cases of lawsuits against journalists. The CEC and AMA are monitoring the campaign, but the major parties benefit significantly more television time.

Conflict resolution and the role of SPAK

The Complaints and Sanctions Commission and the Electoral College are the structures for handling complaints. SPAK has set up a special task force and online portal for reporting electoral crimes, a positive innovation in this process.

Minorities and participation

The CEC is including minorities in the process with information materials in the relevant languages. Two minority parties are part of the race as part of coalitions.

conclusion

The report notes that despite advances such as diaspora voting and the incorporation of technology into voting and counting, concerns over the integrity of the process, the fairness of the competition, and the use of state resources remain serious. Albania faces a difficult test before the international community, with challenges that require honest engagement and real reform ,” the report says./ CNA





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