UK and EU welcomed the 26 of June elections

[Khalid Ali]

EU Heads of Mission welcome the Presidential Elections held in Somaliland on 26 June 2010

Press Release
Local EU statement
The European Union Heads of Mission congratulate Somaliland for the peaceful Presidential Elections conducted on 26 June 2010.

We commend the National Electoral Commission (NEC) for the leadership shown in the preparation and conduct of the elections. Political parties and their candidates have shown maturity during the election campaign. We also recognize the valuable domestic and international support in promoting a democratic environment.

The European Union Heads of Mission call on the NEC and on all political actors involved in the elections to facilitate a swift and transparent ballot counting and look forward to the final results, which should be accepted by all parties.




Henry Bellingham welcomes Somaliland's elections
29 June 2010

Minister for Africa Henry Bellingham said 'the process has so far been peaceful, and an example of the restraint that has contributed to Somaliland's stability in recent years.'
Henry Bellingham, Minister for Africa, said:

'I welcome the important Presidential elections held in Somaliland on Saturday 26 June. The process has so far been peaceful, and an example of the restraint that has contributed to Somaliland's stability in recent years. I acknowledge the professional work done by the National Electoral Commission, and commend the parties for the peaceful campaigning that preceded election day. I urge all political parties to continue to respect the process and wait for the National Electoral Commission to announce the results. The UK looks forward to continuing to work closely with Somaliland, whichever party wins.'


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EU Heads of Mission welcome the Presidential Elections held in Somaliland on 26 June 2010

Press Release
Local EU statement


The European Union Heads of Mission congratulate Somaliland for the peaceful Presidential Elections conducted on 26 June 2010.

We commend the National Electoral Commission (NEC) for the leadership shown in the preparation and conduct of the elections. Political parties and their candidates have shown maturity during the election campaign. We also recognize the valuable domestic and international support in promoting a democratic environment.

The European Union Heads of Mission call on the NEC and on all political actors involved in the elections to facilitate a swift and transparent ballot counting and look forward to the final results, which should be accepted by all parties.

Nairobi, 29 June 2010