European Union election experts due today

A two-member election expert mission representing the European Union (EU) arrives in Dhaka on Tuesday to monitor the situations before and after the national election scheduled to be held on December 30.

“Yes, they’re arriving. They’ll stay until January 15,” said a senior official at the Foreign Ministry on Monday.

The election expert mission comprising David Noel Ward and Eirini- Maria Gounari might stay for longer period, if necessary, depending on the evolving situation.

“I can’t tell you their day-to-day programmes. But I can tell you they’ll have wider discussions with political leaders on election issues. They’ll also visit places outside Dhaka,” said another official.

The two election experts of the EU will meet key interlocutors, including Chief Election Commissioner KM Nurul Huda, media, candidates and voters.

Source: unb