Netherlands: “We recognize elections without opposition. Boycott is regrettable”

04/05/2017 00:00

After the US, UK and German embassies, Netherlands is the last one
stating that they will recognize elections even without the opposition.
This is the statement:

“After consultations with Member States Embassies and the EU Delegation in Albania, the Netherlands calls on all political forces to continue engaging in a dialogue to ensure that elections are conducted in line with international standards and with the participation of all parties.

All political leaders should live up to their responsibility regarding the stability of the country. Albanians request and deserve elections that provide a broad political offer and uphold electoral standards. Although elections without the participation of the opposition would be highly regrettable, the elections will be assessed on their own merit, based on international standards.

Taking into account the introduction of the justice reform, supported by over 90% of the Albanian population, and changes to the Albanian Constitution made by consensus of all Albanian parliamentary parties in July 2016, Member States Embassies and the EU Delegation in Albania recall that they expect tangible progress in delivering on the five key priorities for the opening of the accession negotiations.

This should include credible results on the fight against drugs and against the criminalization of politics.”

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