EU for elections in Kosovo: Failure to identify a political party would be a serious obstacle to democracy

This comment, the EU has linked with the Serbian List, which was initially not certified by the Central Election Commission, but since then this body's decision has been cancelled by the Election Panel for Anxiety and Parashtes.

The EU in its statement has also stated that the certificate process should be based on standards and legal procedures in line with law in force, rather than political considerations, and that the election process should be transparent, reliable and without political interference.

) ) The EU and its member states have underlined positive developments in Kosovo regarding the electoral framework, based on EU recommendations, ahead of the February 9th elections. While Kosovo and its citizens enjoy a living democracy, the failure of a political party due to political considerations, rather than legal procedures, would be a seriousggression.

All qualified candidates should have the opportunity to participate in free and fair elections, in full compliance with Kosovo law.

The certificate process should be based on standards and legal procedures in line with law in force, rather than political considerations.

The EU stresses that the election process should be transparent, reliable and without political interference.

We expect the Central Election Commission (KQZ), whose role in monitoring the elections is crucial, to now ensure with all mechanisms applicable a comprehensive, reliable and transparent election process, enabling Kosovo voters to express their elections clearly. The responsibility to preserve democratic guarantees lies with all members of the CEC, regardless of their political affiliation. Such a fundamental issue should not be politicised and used as a voice in the electoral campaign, It's said by the EU.