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14 November, 2026 / 07:05

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Moldovan Central Electoral Commission accredits 16 international observers to monitor regional elections in Gagauzia

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) today accredited 16 international observers to monitor the elections in the Autonomous Territorial Unit (UTA) of Gagauzia. They will carry out their activities in accordance with the legislation of Moldova.

CEC members accredited representatives of the following diplomatic missions and non-governmental organizations: the International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) – 2 people and 1 interpreter; the Embassy of Lithuania in Moldova – 1 person; the Embassy of the United Kingdom – 5 people; the Embassy of Japan – 5 people; and the Embassy of Ukraine – 2 people.

For the regional elections, the CEC has accredited 83 people from 14 diplomatic missions and 2 international organizations. The Central Electoral Council of Gagauzia has accredited 149 people as national observers representing 5 non-governmental organizations.

The elections for the position of governor (bashkan) of Gagauzia and for the 35 seats in the autonomy’s People’s Assembly will take place on November 15. The electoral campaign started on October 16 and will end on November 13.

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