Elvis Amoroso highlighted the simplicity of the electoral process and the participation of international observers to ensure transparency during these national elections.
The president of the National Electoral Council of Venezuela (CNE), Elvis Amorosoannounced on Sunday morning that “the only requirement to go to vote is an identity card, whether it is expired or not” and called on the Venezuelan population to “exercise their absolute will” in the presidential elections.
At a press conference, Amoroso also clarified that “it is not necessary to wear face masks” during the electoral process. The official specified that “95% of the polling stations” have already been set up, with the participation of 10 candidates and 38 political parties. He also highlighted the presence of 1,300 international and national observers who will supervise the process.
Elections in Venezuela: the words of the president of the National Electoral Council
Loving He stressed: “We are ready to guarantee a democratic and transparent election day.” When detailing the electoral operation, he indicated that there are 30,026 active polling stations, 15,797 active voting centers, 21,392,464 eligible voters and one hundred percent of the technical staff is active.
Amoroso also mentioned the logistical difficulties caused by the sanctions against Venezuela. “The planes with the necessary equipment for you to vote came on a plane, they confiscated it and sent it to an African country,” she said. She also noted that “they diverted part of the machines so that you could vote more fluidly.”
The official reiterated the importance of citizen participation and assured that all preparations are underway so that the elections take place without setbacks. “These elections are an opportunity for each Venezuelan to express their voice and contribute to the construction of our common destiny,” concluded Amoroso.
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On June 30th, the CNE Venezuela organized a mock election, which included the participation of political coalitions from both the ruling party and the opposition. The purpose of this activity was to ensure the transparency and efficiency of the official election day, as well as to familiarize voters with the voting process. In addition, Venezuela invited the BRICS group to observe the elections, thus underlining the country’s importance on the international scene.
In the last week before the elections, Venezuelan electoral authorities received the “Carter Center” to observe the deployment of the Bolivarian National Armed Forces within the framework of the “Plan República.” This plan is focused on safeguarding electoral material and guaranteeing the safety of the people during the elections.
Likewise, President Nicolás Maduro and opposition candidates signed an agreement on “Recognition of Results” before the National Electoral Chamber on June 20.
This agreement seeks to guarantee a peaceful and respectful electoral process, reaffirming the electoral power as the only legitimate authority for the organization of the July elections. The agreement is considered a crucial step to strengthen confidence in the electoral process.
Source: Ambito
