Embassy of Switzerland encourages parties to sign election Code of Conduct
Embassy of Switzerland encourages parties to sign election Code of Conduct

“Switzerland congratulates political parties in Georgia which have already signed the Code of Conduct for free, fair and peaceful 2020 parliamentarian elections, and encourages all parties to join,” stated Embassy of Switzerland in Georgia.

“We call the parties to abide by the Code of Conduct, which has been facilitated by the Georgian Central Election Commission with the support of Switzerland and the International Republican Institute (IRI), to promote a constructive election environment, ensuring mutual respect and diversity,” reads the statement.

The Embassy added that “Switzerland is proud to contribute to facilitating political dialogue and strengthening democracy in Georgia, which is part of its strategy for supporting democratic processes and conflict prevention worldwide.”

The Central Election Commission of Georgia, with the assistance of international partners and the participation of political parties, has developed the Code of Conduct of Political Parties for 2020 Parliamentary Elections.