Transparency and accessibility are among the findings of
international observers monitoring the Kurultai elections in Almaty. The
Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic States (TURKPA) mission followed the electoral
process at every stage. Observers attended the opening of polling stations,
monitored the work of election commissions throughout the day, and observed the
vote-counting process. Experts paid particular attention to the way voters were
treated. Overall, they praised the campaign’s transparency, the preparedness of
polling stations, and efforts to create a barrier-free environment for people
with disabilities.
«We visited six polling
stations and did not observe any violations. Everything was
conducted in accordance with the law. Voter turnout was good, and people were
able to cast their ballots without any obstacles. We are pleased to see
democracy in Kazakhstan, as all political parties participated in the Kurultai
elections,» noted Hikmat Mammadov, observer from the TURKPA Mission, member
of the Milli Majlis of Azerbaijan.
A CIS Mission observer also
commended the work of the polling station commissions, noting their solid
technical equipment and the transparency of the electoral procedures. He also highlighted
the welcoming and positive atmosphere at the polling stations throughout the
voting process.
«One thing I would particularly like to highlight is the
warm and welcoming attitude of election commission members towards voters. This
is not something you always see, but elections are a two-way process. On one
side are those being voted for, and on the other are those casting their votes.
Every time voters come to the polls, they make their choice with their heart
and soul, and the way they are welcomed at the polling station can make a real
difference,» said Vladimir Plyakin, observer from the CIS Mission, member
of the State Duma of the Russian Federation.
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