EU deploys Election Observation Mission to Kenya

In response to an invitation by the Kenyan authorities, the European Union decided to deploy an Election Observation Mission (EOM) to Kenya to observe the General Elections scheduled for 8 August. Former EU EOM recommendations have played a role in promoting political dialogue and the consolidation of democracy in Kenya.

Federica Mogherini, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission,happointed Ms. Marietje Schaake Member of the European Parliament, as Chief Observer.

• Primary Source

EU: EEAS: Press Release, 20.06.17: Meeting between the HR/VP Federica Mogherini and the Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kenya, Amina Mohamed https://eeas.europa.eu/headquarters/headquarters-homepage/28513/

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