Statement by the Spokesperson on the Parliamentary elections in The Gambia

On the 8 April 2017 the Spokesperson of the high representative issued a statement concerning the Parliamentary elections in The Gambia. The EOM (Election Observation Mission) concluded that the elections were conducted in a peaceful atmosphere and commended the electoral authorities for delivering a well-administered process. Furthermore, the EOM highlighted that the campaign was free and open, the electorate had been offered a wide variety of views and the election was well covered by the media.

The election results gave a strong mandate to President Barrow and his government to pursue his reform agenda of fostering democracy, peace, reconciliation, the respect of human rights and the rule of law. The EU stands ready to enhance the bilateral relations with The Gambia, in this new chapter.

ESO: Background information: EU deploys Election Observation Mission to The Gambia http://www.europeansources.info/record/eu-deploys-election-observation-mission-to-the-gambia/

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