Ramallah: Vice President of the State of Palestine Hussein al-Sheikh today engaged with Chairman of the Central Elections Commission (CEC) Rami Hamdallah to discuss the latest preparations, arrangements, and readiness required for conducting the national electoral process. The discussions emphasized the need to ensure that the elections are held within legal and constitutional frameworks, adhering to the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and transparency.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, Vice President Al-Sheikh highlighted the crucial role of the CEC in preparing for the national elections. He emphasized the importance of completing all technical, logistical, and administrative requirements, and creating an appropriate environment that would enable the commission to operate independently and efficiently. This, he noted, is essential for bolstering citizens' confidence in the electoral process and its outcomes.
During the meeting, Al-Sheikh was updated on the commission's readiness, plans, and programs for the upcoming elections. The discussion also covered proposed mechanisms to ensure the smooth conduct of the electoral process at its various stages, ensuring adherence to high professional standards and safeguarding citizens' rights to participate in the elections as a genuine national and democratic obligation.
Chairman Hamdallah provided an overview of the commission's final procedures, affirming its technical and organizational readiness to fulfill its duties. He assured that the commission is poised to undertake its national responsibilities in accordance with the law, aiming for a sound, transparent, and integral electoral process.