The SSP (Freedom and Justice Party) announced that it will submit evidence to the ODIHR (Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights) today regarding the obstruction of voter list control. The party alleges that efforts to monitor the electoral roll have been impeded.

The Serbia Centre (SRCE) party stated that the recommendation for a full ODIHR observer mission for upcoming Serbian elections is an international 'slap' to authorities who claim excellent election conditions.

The Bureau for Social Research (BIRODI) criticized the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) for allegedly omitting the fact that Serbian President Vučić actively participated in the local election campaign from his presidential position.

The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) is preparing to send a full observer mission to monitor the upcoming elections in Serbia, though the exact date of the elections remains unknown.

Members of the ruling party and parts of the opposition in Serbia held separate meetings with representatives from the ODIHR delegation to discuss the electoral process.

North Macedonia's Ministry of Justice announced that amendments to the Electoral Code are in their final phase, incorporating most of the consensus-reached recommendations from OSCE/ODIHR.

While Serbia has adopted electoral law amendments praised by the EU, experts warn that the reforms are insufficient without practical implementation and a prosecutor present on election day.

Evropska komisija pozdravila je usvajanje izmena četiri zakona u Skupštini Srbije koji se odnose na izborni proces i traže da se sa preporukama ODIHR-a nastavi i zakoni počnu da se primenjuju,…

North Macedonia's Ministry of Justice is working to align the Election Code with OSCE/ODIHR recommendations, with several proposals for amendments adopted and further discussion ongoing to achieve broader consensus among political parties.

All problems in Serbia's electoral process were fully exposed during local elections on March 29, with the country having failed to implement a series of recommendations from ODIHR since 2022.

Miroslav Aleksić, president of the People's Movement of Serbia (NPS), stated that the government is reluctant to implement ODIHR recommendations, claiming they only selected five less impactful suggestions and are aware of their diminishing public support.

Opposition groups in Serbia, including the Ecological Uprising, have criticized proposed new electoral laws, arguing they fail to address fundamental issues and do not incorporate key ODIHR recommendations. Critics, such as Nestorović, specifically highlighted the inadequacy of 'Petrašinović's laws' in resolving core problems.

Ismail, a member of the Ministry of Justice's working group for amendments to the Electoral Code, stated that a single electoral unit is the only path to fair elections, arguing that the current model has a federalizing effect along ethnic lines. He attended an IFES event where an ODIHR report was presented.

Opposition figures, including Milanović from the Srce party, have criticized proposed election laws, asserting that they fail to incorporate key recommendations from the ODIHR. They argue that these 'Petrašinović's laws' will not improve the electoral process.

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Law professor Vesna Rakić Vodinelić has criticized recent amendments to Serbian electoral laws as merely 'cosmetic,' asserting that recommendations from ODIHR were selectively adopted to facilitate ma

Serbia's ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) held a large rally in Belgrade, where President Aleksandar Vučić urged supporters for a local election sweep, while a research bureau accused him of violating election recommendations and an association condemned the obstruction of journalists covering the event.

A legislative package introduced by the Georgian Dream-led parliament on March 4, which tightens restrictions on foreign funding and political activity, has been met with criticism from international bodies including the OSCE/ODIHR, the EU, and several European governments.

Sali Berisha, head of the Democratic Party, reiterated his demand for Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation, claiming Rama's name is mentioned in 'mega-affairs' and citing an OSCE-ODIHR report from 2014.

Mecinović stated that the need for elections aligned with OSCE/ODIHR recommendations and international standards remains, emphasizing that the discussion on a single electoral unit cannot be considered closed and its failure would be a defeat for democracy.

The Bureau for Social Research (BIRODI) criticized ODIHR for allegedly ignoring Serbian President Vučić's violation of a key recommendation concerning the separation of party and state.

The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has recommended that a full observation mission be deployed for the upcoming elections in Serbia. This recommendation is seen by some as an international rebuke to the authorities.

Zajkova of the LDP urged an end to political disputes and called for immediate amendments to the Electoral Code, focusing on OSCE and ODIHR recommendations, to save 4 million euros for citizens.

Serbian President Vučić stated that the recommendations from ODIHR must be implemented, emphasizing that elections are a day of democracy. This comes amidst discussions about electoral processes and potential bans.

Transparency Serbia announced that the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has confirmed that recent amendments to Serbia's electoral laws do not meet its recommendations.

Transparency Serbia warned on Friday that the draft law on financing political activities does not meet the ODIHR recommendations that the alleged cha

Representatives of Serbia's ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) met with members of the European Parliament in Strasbourg to discuss ODIHR recommendations and the opinion of the Venice Commission, with one MEP describing the meeting as perceived as blackmail.

The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has released its assessment of Serbia's electoral law changes, noting that while some recommendations were addressed, many priority issues remain unresolved.

The European Commission has welcomed the adoption of amendments to four electoral laws in the Serbian Parliament, urging their implementation and continued adherence to ODIHR recommendations.

Albanian political figures, including Sali Berisha and Prime Minister Edi Rama, have publicly commented on the country's EU integration process and electoral reforms. Berisha affirmed readiness to implement OSCE/ODIHR recommendations and criticized the integration's progress, while Rama criticized the EU's Russia policy and suggested Albania's membership without veto rights.

The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) has criticized a draft law on party financing proposed by the Socialist Party and Democratic Party in Albania, citing "serious gaps."

Antonio Milošoski, Vice President of the Assembly and MP from VMRO-DPMNE, reported that ten articles of the Electoral Code were harmonized by consensus. This alignment was achieved according to the recommendations provided by OSCE and ODIHR.

The Serbian Parliament is engaged in a heated debate over proposed amendments to electoral laws, with the opposition criticizing the changes as potentially aiding "electoral machinations." The ruling party defends the amendments, which address ODIHR recommendations and voter lists, while the Party of Freedom and Justice demands their withdrawal.

A public hearing in Niš, Serbia, discussed proposed changes to electoral laws, with the government asserting they align with ODIHR recommendations. However, the opposition criticized the amendments as merely cosmetic, arguing they do not address fundamental issues.

Four public hearings concerning Miroslav Petrašinović's proposed election laws, which address the electoral process and ODIHR recommendations, are scheduled to take place next week to allow for public discussion and input.

Lawyer Rodoljub Šabić has criticized proposed amendments to election laws, arguing that they will lead to new problems. He also stated that the draft changes circumvent the recommendations made by ODI

Serbia's Parliament has received a proposal to amend four laws related to the electoral process, aiming to align with recommendations from the OSCE's ODIHR mission.

The Bureau for Social Research (BIRODI) reported that Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić violated ODIHR recommendations on separating state and party during an SNS rally, where journalists also observed alleged casual payments of daily allowances to attendees.

The Bureau for Social Research (BIRODI) announced that Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić violated domestic laws and ODIHR recommendations during the campaign for the upcoming local elections.

The OSCE’s ODIHR said on Friday that the Serbian authorities requested an opinion on 3 draft amendments to election laws.

Ana Gođevac of the Party of Freedom and Justice (SSP) has accused Ana Brnabić, President of the National Assembly, of deliberately deceiving the public and the ODIHR to facilitate election manipulation by the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS).

A new ODIHR report warns that key recommendations for elections in Serbia remain unaddressed, predicting a highly polarized environment as elections approach. The report also notes the ongoing division within the REM Council, which lacks a president.

Serbia's government maintains confidence, the REM still lacks a president, and the election date remains unknown, though it's confirmed ODIHR will monitor them. The political situation suggests elections are imminent.

The Serbian Parliament has adopted amendments to the Law on Financing Political Activities, which the government claims are in line with recommendations from the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR).

EU Ambassador Mihalis Rokas stated that proposed amendments to the Electoral Code are positive, but political parties need to reach a consensus on disputed modalities. ODIHR and the European Commission have provided a positive assessment of the changes.

Milososki states that proposed amendments to North Macedonia's Electoral Code will be submitted with all harmonized changes based on OSCE/ODIHR recommendations, but without changes to Article 76-d, which the Levica party refuses to sign.

Transparency Serbia criticizes the proposed amendments to the Law on Financing Political Activities, stating that they were presented by the government as aligning with ODIHR recommendations but were made without ODIHR's opinion.

Borko Stefanović, Deputy President of the Freedom and Justice Party (SSP), stated that it is evident the 'progressive regime' is unwilling to implement key ODIHR recommendations.

The ODIHR stated that recent amendments to Serbia's electoral laws did not address numerous long-standing recommendations. The European Commission welcomed the adoption of the laws but emphasized the need for implementation and continued work on ODIHR recommendations.

The Serbian Parliament continued its session on Tuesday to discuss a package of electoral law amendments aimed at implementing ODIHR recommendations a

A CDT analysis of a draft law in Montenegro states that the police cannot grant voting rights and reiterates ODIHR's recommendation for residency records to be managed by an authority separate from the police.

Krmov stated that the working group continued its work without SDSM's presence, focusing on proposals for a single electoral unit and OSCE/ODIHR recommendations, accusing SDSM of blocking these reforms.

Opposition figures in Serbia are criticizing proposed amendments to electoral laws, asserting that they are merely cosmetic and do not align with the fundamental recommendations made by ODIHR.

A Serbian parliamentary committee held a public hearing in Niš on amendments to four election laws, with the ruling party claiming they align with ODIHR recommendations while the opposition dismissed them as cosmetic changes.

Justice Minister Igor Filkov stated that the blocking of electoral law reforms by SDSM demonstrates political immaturity, noting that parties submitted additional comments on OSCE/ODIHR recommendations.

Đorđević of the ZLF opposition party has stated that the government intends to fulfill the recommendations from the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) only formally. This

The Women's Club of the Parliament of Montenegro, in collaboration with ODIHR and the OSCE Mission, organized a parliamentary seminar titled 'Gender Parity: Why is it important and how to achieve it?'

The Bureau for Social Research (Birodi) announced that Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić acted contrary to ODIHR recommendations regarding the separation of state and party functions at an SNS rally.

The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) assessed that the draft amendments to three pieces of Serbian electoral legislati

(ANSA) - BELGRADO, 26 FEB - The Italian Ambassador to Serbia, Luca Gori, met today with the Serbian Minister for European Integration, Nemanja Starović. The meeting focused on Serbia's path to European integration and the reforms necessary for its progress. The meeting also provided an opportunity to take stock of the recently adopted amendments to judicial laws and the implementation of ODIHR recommendations in the electoral field, as well as the ambitious work plan launched by Belgrade with...