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Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Presidential
A competitive political environment which results in viable political alternatives is critical to a democratic process. The authorities should demonstrate full respect for fundamental freedoms and ensure that potential candidates, and electoral contestants are provided with conditions that enable them to promote political platforms and debate public affairs freely and are not subjected to pressure or intimidation. Instances and allegations of pressure or intimidation should be promptly investigated by the relevant authorities and the perpetrators held accountable for their acts.
Recommendation # in final report:
1
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Campaign
Type of change required:
Practice
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Background and Political Context
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Parliamentary
elections
To achieve a competitive political environment, the authorities should demonstrate full respect for fundamental freedoms and ensure that contestants are able to promote political platforms and debate public affairs in an environment free from pressure or intimidation. Instances and allegations of pressure or intimidation should be promptly investigated by the relevant authorities and the perpetrators held accountable.
Recommendation # in final report:
1
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Campaign
Type of change required:
Practice
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Background and Political Context
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Presidential
In order to ensure compliance with international human rights obligations, the revision and subsequent implementation of the legal framework should always be done in such a way as to provide for the effective exercise of fundamental freedoms in practice, and safeguard against arbitrariness. The amendments should be made well in advance of the next elections through a consultative process that ensures inclusive and effective public participation.
Recommendation # in final report:
2
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Legal Framework and Electoral System
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Parliamentary
elections
The electoral legal framework as well as legislation governing fundamental rights and freedoms should be reviewed to ensure compliance with international human rights obligations and standards for democratic elections. The legal reform should be preceded by an open and inclusive consultation process well in advance of the next elections. State bodies and the election administration should implement the laws in a manner that ensures the effective exercise of fundamental freedoms.
Recommendation # in final report:
2
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Electoral System and Legal Framework
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Presidential
The legislative requirements and administrative procedures for the registration of political parties should be comprehensively revised in order to respect and encourage pluralism and freedom of association. Registration of political parties should be carried out strictly on the basis of objective and transparent criteria and be subject to judicial remedy.
Recommendation # in final report:
3
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Candidate Registration
Secondary thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Party and Candidate Registration
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Parliamentary
elections
To foster pluralism and ensure the exercise of freedom of association, the legislative and administrative requirements for the registration of political parties should be comprehensively revised. The authorities should discontinue practices of oversight that can be regarded as undue limitations on the freedom of association and intimidating to parties and their members.
Recommendation # in final report:
3
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Legal Framework
Secondary thematic area:
Candidate Registration
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Electoral System and Legal Framework
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Presidential
The Law on Media should be overhauled in order to bring it in line with international standards on freedom of expression. In particular, excessive restrictions on the establishment, registration and funding of media outlets, including by foreign nationals and entities, as well as the state-managed system of registration and licensing of journalists should be reviewed.
Recommendation # in final report:
4
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Media
Secondary thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Media
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Parliamentary
elections
The Law on Media should be amended to align it with international standards on freedom of expression. In particular, excessive restrictions on the establishment, registration and funding of media outlets, including by foreign nationals and entities, as well as the state-managed system of registration and licensing of journalists should be repealed. Information on ownership and sources of funding of media outlets should be public.
Recommendation # in final report:
4
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Media
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Media
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Presidential
To strengthen impartiality and effective independence of election administration to ensure broad public confidence in their work, the appointment process for election commission members at all levels should be revised to prevent dominance by any single political party. Commissions should work as collegial bodies taking decisions in a manner that supports the perception of impartiality and political neutrality.
Recommendation # in final report:
5
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Election Administration
Secondary thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Election Administration
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Parliamentary
elections
To strengthen impartiality and effective independence of election administration and to ensure broad public confidence in their work, the appointment process for election commission members at all levels should be revised to prevent dominance by any single political party. Commissions should work as collegial bodies taking decisions in a manner that supports the perception of impartiality and political neutrality.
Recommendation # in final report:
5
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Election Administration
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Election Administration
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