The QUINT countries and the European Union have reacted to the registration of political parties for the upcoming local elections in Kosovo.
In a joint statement, they expressed concern about political actors’ attempts to restrict competition among political parties representing non-majority communities.
👉 “Any such act to exclude certain communities undermines democratic principles and erodes trust in Kosovo’s institutions,” the statement reads.
Full Statement:
Statement by QUINT and the EU on the Registration of Parties for the Local Elections
The Embassies of France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States, together with the EU Office in Kosovo, express their concern regarding attempts by political actors to limit competition among political parties representing non-majority communities ahead of the upcoming local elections on October 12. Any such action to exclude specific communities undermines democratic principles and erodes trust in Kosovo’s institutions.
“We expect the outgoing government and all political parties to refrain from further steps that may hinder the registration of parties. All procedures must be conducted in strict accordance with the rules and mandate of the Central Election Commission (CEC). At the same time, we encourage the affected parties to fully utilize the Election Complaints and Appeals Panel (ECAP) to seek redress.”
