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«First thing that amazed me in Kazakhstan is setup of Centers for assistance to international observers and media under Akimats. I have an extensive experience of observing elections in 13 countries of the former Soviet Union, but I have never been able to feel similar attention and comprehensive support anywhere else. There were indeed countries where one or two specialist would assist us, but here the whole Center works with us and all are professionals in their respective fields. Election period is developing steadily. I was very surprised to see when on October 25, on the day of launch of the election campaign, the public desks were established under the Headquarters for support of existing President. I believe it is a supreme sign of democracy when the voters are expressing their advices and making proposals to him. It is a sign that they trust him. In general I am confident that there would be no excesses or faults. People are making the right choice”.
Economic growth in Kazakhstan enables the country to enter the new level of democracy and existing legislative framework allows for successful political reforms. It is worth noting that British political scientists do not agree with some of the conclusions of OSCE Interim Report- for instance, they believe that the ban for demonstrations at the time of elections is reasonable and does not violate human rights.
«In general, Presidential Election campaign in Kazakhstan is developing quite smoothly. The particular feature of our election observation mission that distinguishes us from other international organizations is that we will also be able to observe elections at the polling stations in CIS countries where Kazakhstani citizens would be voting”.
«The country is going confidentially on the path of democratic reforms. Your election campaign is developing in the same way as in other countries where the Government has great achievements, but nevertheless the opposition never ceases to criticize it. I believe this situation is normal”.
First Vice-Chairman of the Europarliament Alejo Vidal-Quadras Roca.
Hearing in Brussels. Khabar (TV). 13.11.2005
“Kazakhstan is an important strategic partner of the European Union. We would like to cooperate with the Republic of Kazakhstan, that is why European Parliament is observing the election process in Kazakhstan with a great interest”.
«I consider our cooperation with the CEC and election commissions of all levels to be positive. We have an understanding of our tasks and it is not the first time that we are working together. I would like to thank all authorities in advance for the assistance that is extended to the observers representing CIS Mission”.
Ambassador of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Lubomir Kopai during his meeting with the leaders of Headquarters of Presidential Candidate Nazarbayev in Astana has noted the transparent operations of the Central Election Commission and the fact that all candidates are provided with equal start conditions.
All pre-conditions for conducting transparent and fair elections are met in Kazakhstan. The Central Election Commission provides efficient response to all comments of international and domestic experts. Public control for observance of provision of equal access of candidates to media and meetings with the voters is significantly increased.
In the course of the meeting with Bahytzhan Zhumagulov,Head of the Public Headquarters of Kazakhstan Presidential Candidate N. Nazarbayev US Ambassador to Kazakhstan John Ordway had been provided with a good overview of activities of election headquarters and confirmation of the fact that equal access to television channels is ensured for all Presidential Candidates.
“We understand that the Central Election Commission makes necessary efforts to ensure preparation of Presidential Elections as per your national legislation. We do not express support for any of Kazakhstan Presidential Candidates, but we do support the election process itself”.
US Ambassador to the Republic of Kazakhstan John Ordway
at the meeting with the Chairman of the CEC of the Republic
of Kazakhstan O. Zhumabekov. Kazinform. 19.10. 2005.
Constantin Zhigalov, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the European Union: “Let us thank Kazakhstan for the fact that it has invited so many international observers. Let us thank Kazakhstan for its openness to observation of political process and that the European Parliament representatives would also go to observe elections as a separate group comprised by 7 Deputies along with other representatives of the European Union and the European Commission”.
Constantin Zhigalov, Permanent Representative
of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the European Union
at the hearing in Brussels on upcoming elections
in the Republic of Kazakhstan. 12.11.2005.
While assessing preparation and administration of upcoming Presidential Elections in the Republic of Kazakhstan, Mr. Hastings had noted their high level. “ Sailau CIS system is better than the electronic voting system in the United States, and the polling station no.1 in Astana is the best compared to the ones I have seen in other countries of the world. Kazakhstan has made a right decision on gradual introduction of Sailau system. It is evidenced by the fact that 10 % of the polling stations have used the electronic voting system during the Mazhilis Parliamentary Elections and 15 % would be using it during the Presidential Elections. Besides that, each voter has the right to choose preferred way of voting” .
Head of Apparatus of the Helsinki Commission under the US Congress Shawn Woo noted the significant role of the Central Election Commission that ensures transparency of the election process during his meeting with the Chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan Onalsyn Zhumabekov.
“We are aware that national computerized “Sailau” system was developed and proved itself in Kazakhstan”.
Member of the CEC of Russian Federation,
Doctor of Law Sergei Bolshakov at the political
science forum “Presidential Elections in Kazakhstan”. Kazinform. 15.11.2005
In the course of the meeting with the Chairman of the Central Election Commission, the Head of ODIHR/OSCE Mission has positively regarded the Presidential Elections campaign in Kazakhstan.
Head of ODIHR/OSCE Mission Audrey Glover . 18.11. 2005
At the meeting with the Chairman of the Central Election Commission Onalsyn Zhumabekov, Jan Kubish noted significant progress of Kazakhstan in terms of democratic reforms.
Dmitry Dybov highly regarded the course of preparation of Presidential Elections: “ Kazakhstan moves along the democratic path in the course of Kazakhstan Presidential Elections. I do not have any doubts that elections in Kazakhstan would be fair and transparent”.
Coordinator for Observation of Elections in CIS
countries of autonomous non-commercial
organization CIS-EMO V. Gorbachev. “Liter” 12.11.2005
countries of autonomous non-commercial
organization CIS-EMO V. Gorbachev. “Liter” 12.11.2005
Economic growth in Kazakhstan enables the country to enter the new level of democracy and existing legislative framework allows for successful political reforms. It is worth noting that British political scientists do not agree with some of the conclusions of OSCE Interim Report- for instance, they believe that the ban for demonstrations at the time of elections is reasonable and does not violate human rights.
British political scientists in their published results of observation of
election campaign in Kazakhstan .Khabar (TV). 15.11. 2005
election campaign in Kazakhstan .Khabar (TV). 15.11. 2005
«In general, Presidential Election campaign in Kazakhstan is developing quite smoothly. The particular feature of our election observation mission that distinguishes us from other international organizations is that we will also be able to observe elections at the polling stations in CIS countries where Kazakhstani citizens would be voting”.
Head of Headquarters of CIS observers E. Sloboda. Kazinform: 17.11.2005
«The country is going confidentially on the path of democratic reforms. Your election campaign is developing in the same way as in other countries where the Government has great achievements, but nevertheless the opposition never ceases to criticize it. I believe this situation is normal”.
First Vice-Chairman of the Europarliament Alejo Vidal-Quadras Roca.
Hearing in Brussels. Khabar (TV). 13.11.2005
“Kazakhstan is an important strategic partner of the European Union. We would like to cooperate with the Republic of Kazakhstan, that is why European Parliament is observing the election process in Kazakhstan with a great interest”.
First Vice-Chairman of the European Parliament Alejo Vidal-Quadras
Roca at the meeting with the Chairman of the CEC
of the Republic of Kazakhstan Onalsyn Zhumabekov on 3.11.2005
Roca at the meeting with the Chairman of the CEC
of the Republic of Kazakhstan Onalsyn Zhumabekov on 3.11.2005
«I consider our cooperation with the CEC and election commissions of all levels to be positive. We have an understanding of our tasks and it is not the first time that we are working together. I would like to thank all authorities in advance for the assistance that is extended to the observers representing CIS Mission”.
Vladimir Rushailo at the meeting of the CEC
Chairman Onalsyn Zhumabekov with the delegation
of CIS observers on 10.11.2005
Chairman Onalsyn Zhumabekov with the delegation
of CIS observers on 10.11.2005
Ambassador of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Lubomir Kopai during his meeting with the leaders of Headquarters of Presidential Candidate Nazarbayev in Astana has noted the transparent operations of the Central Election Commission and the fact that all candidates are provided with equal start conditions.
Ambassador of the Organization for Security and
Cooperation in Europe Lubomir Kopai . “Country and the world”. 11.11. 2005
Cooperation in Europe Lubomir Kopai . “Country and the world”. 11.11. 2005
All pre-conditions for conducting transparent and fair elections are met in Kazakhstan. The Central Election Commission provides efficient response to all comments of international and domestic experts. Public control for observance of provision of equal access of candidates to media and meetings with the voters is significantly increased.
Report of Kazakhstan law experts from the public movement
“Lawyers for fair elections” on developments
in agitation campaign. Khabar (TV).10.11. 2005
“Lawyers for fair elections” on developments
in agitation campaign. Khabar (TV).10.11. 2005
In the course of the meeting with Bahytzhan Zhumagulov,Head of the Public Headquarters of Kazakhstan Presidential Candidate N. Nazarbayev US Ambassador to Kazakhstan John Ordway had been provided with a good overview of activities of election headquarters and confirmation of the fact that equal access to television channels is ensured for all Presidential Candidates.
US Ambassador to Kazakhstan John Ordway.
“Country and the world”.18.11.2005
“Country and the world”.18.11.2005
“We understand that the Central Election Commission makes necessary efforts to ensure preparation of Presidential Elections as per your national legislation. We do not express support for any of Kazakhstan Presidential Candidates, but we do support the election process itself”.
US Ambassador to the Republic of Kazakhstan John Ordway
at the meeting with the Chairman of the CEC of the Republic
of Kazakhstan O. Zhumabekov. Kazinform. 19.10. 2005.
Constantin Zhigalov, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the European Union: “Let us thank Kazakhstan for the fact that it has invited so many international observers. Let us thank Kazakhstan for its openness to observation of political process and that the European Parliament representatives would also go to observe elections as a separate group comprised by 7 Deputies along with other representatives of the European Union and the European Commission”.
Constantin Zhigalov, Permanent Representative
of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the European Union
at the hearing in Brussels on upcoming elections
in the Republic of Kazakhstan. 12.11.2005.
While assessing preparation and administration of upcoming Presidential Elections in the Republic of Kazakhstan, Mr. Hastings had noted their high level. “ Sailau CIS system is better than the electronic voting system in the United States, and the polling station no.1 in Astana is the best compared to the ones I have seen in other countries of the world. Kazakhstan has made a right decision on gradual introduction of Sailau system. It is evidenced by the fact that 10 % of the polling stations have used the electronic voting system during the Mazhilis Parliamentary Elections and 15 % would be using it during the Presidential Elections. Besides that, each voter has the right to choose preferred way of voting” .
President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly Elsey Hastings
during his meeting with the Chairman of the CEC
of the Republic of Kazakhstan Onalsyn Zhumabekov on 1.11.2005.
during his meeting with the Chairman of the CEC
of the Republic of Kazakhstan Onalsyn Zhumabekov on 1.11.2005.
Head of Apparatus of the Helsinki Commission under the US Congress Shawn Woo noted the significant role of the Central Election Commission that ensures transparency of the election process during his meeting with the Chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan Onalsyn Zhumabekov.
Head of Apparatus of the Helsinki Commission
under the US Congress Shawn Woo
on 16.11. 2005.
under the US Congress Shawn Woo
on 16.11. 2005.
“...In this conjunction I have to emphasize attentive and competent attitude of the members of the Central Election Commission towards the mission: we are invited for all meetings and have a right to speak about identified violations everywhere. In addition to that all voiced problems are addressed immediately. It is particularly pleasing taking into account that attitude towards opinion of our mission is not always well-defined”.
Head of Mission of Organization
for Observation of Elections in CIS countries (CIS-EMO) Marina Bogdanovich.
Kazakhstanskaya Pravda. 1.11.2005
for Observation of Elections in CIS countries (CIS-EMO) Marina Bogdanovich.
Kazakhstanskaya Pravda. 1.11.2005
“We are aware that national computerized “Sailau” system was developed and proved itself in Kazakhstan”.
Member of the CEC of Russian Federation,
Doctor of Law Sergei Bolshakov at the political
science forum “Presidential Elections in Kazakhstan”. Kazinform. 15.11.2005
In the course of the meeting with the Chairman of the Central Election Commission, the Head of ODIHR/OSCE Mission has positively regarded the Presidential Elections campaign in Kazakhstan.
Head of ODIHR/OSCE Mission Audrey Glover . 18.11. 2005
At the meeting with the Chairman of the Central Election Commission Onalsyn Zhumabekov, Jan Kubish noted significant progress of Kazakhstan in terms of democratic reforms.
Special Representative of the European
Union for Central Asia Jan Kubish. 27.10. 2005
Union for Central Asia Jan Kubish. 27.10. 2005
Dmitry Dybov highly regarded the course of preparation of Presidential Elections: “ Kazakhstan moves along the democratic path in the course of Kazakhstan Presidential Elections. I do not have any doubts that elections in Kazakhstan would be fair and transparent”.
International observer from the Republic of Bulgaria Dmitry Dybov
at the meeting with K. Sultanov, Chairman of the Republican Public
Organization “Committee for control over elections”.
Kazinform. 24.11.2005
at the meeting with K. Sultanov, Chairman of the Republican Public
Organization “Committee for control over elections”.
Kazinform. 24.11.2005
At the meeting with the Chairman of the CEC of the Republic of Kazakhstan O. Zhumabekov, the US Ambassador to Kazakhstan John Ordway noted that “the Central Election Commission had worked a lot on preparation for Kazakhstan Presidential Elections”.
US Ambassador to Kazakhstan John Ordway. 28.11.2005
Information on the current electoral campaign
- Abai Region
- Akmola Region
- Aktobe Region
- Almaty Region
- Atyrau Region
- West Kazakhstan Region
- Zhambyl Region
- Zhetysu Region
- Karaganda Region
- Kostanay Region
- Kyzylorda Region
- Mangystau Region
- Pavlodar Region
- North Kazakhstan Region
- Turkestan Region
- Ulytau Region
- East Kazakhstan Region
