Statement by the Presidency of the Council of the EU concerning the provincial elections in Iraq
Statement by the Presidency of the Council of the European Union
The Presidency of the Council of the European Union closely followed the provincial elections held on 31 January 2009 and congratulates the people of Iraq for having successfully expressed their democratic will.
The Presidency appreciates that the elections were conducted in a competitive environment with freedom of expression widely respected across the country.
The conduct of the provincial elections and the significant voter turnout represent a key step in the national reconciliation process and proves the firm commitment of Iraq and its people to peace through democracy.
The Presidency hopes that the provincial elections will expedite the political transition essential for integrating important groups into the political process. We believe they lay a solid foundation for Iraq’s next set of elections, offering all Iraqis the opportunity to express themselves politically in a democratic and peaceful way.
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