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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
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
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
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
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
Presidential
The legal and administrative barriers to observation should be limited to those absolutely necessary to ensure the integrity of observation. The accreditation process should not allow for arbitrary decisions and the implementation should be devoid of discrimination of critical independent organizations.
Recommendation # in final report:
6
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Citizen and International Observation
Secondary thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Citizen and International Observers
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Presidential
Effective measures should be taken to increase the transparency and integrity of the counting and tabulation process and instil public confidence in the accuracy of the results. Members of Precinct and Constituency Election Commissions should follow procedures in a clear and consistent manner, on time, uninterrupted and in full view of observers.
Recommendation # in final report:
7
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Election Day
Secondary thematic area:
Election Administration
Type of change required:
Practice
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Election Day
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Presidential
Women’s full and equal participation in public and political life, including at the senior and decision-making levels, should be facilitated by means of comprehensive legal, institutional, and educational initiatives.
Recommendation # in final report:
8
Type of recommendation:
Priority
Thematic area:
Participation of Women
Secondary thematic area:
Legal Framework
Type of change required:
Legal
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Background and Political Context
Azerbaijan
2024
Early election
EOM
Presidential
Measures to ensure equal participation of women, including in decision-making roles, should be taken through the introduction of legal requirements and efforts to identify and nominate women at all levels of election administration.
Recommendation # in final report:
9
Type of recommendation:
Other
Thematic area:
Participation of Women
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
Presidential
To increase transparency and accountability, election commissions should conduct all substantive work in an open manner, and sessions of lower-level commissions should be announced well in advance to facilitate stakeholders’ attendance. Agendas and minutes of sessions should be published in a timely manner.
Recommendation # in final report:
10
Type of recommendation:
Other
Thematic area:
Election Administration
Type of change required:
Practice
Status of implementation:
Not evaluated
Final report heading:
Election Administration
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