August 25, Colombo (LNW): The National Election Commission has announced that representatives from 12 countries have been invited to observe Sri Lanka’s upcoming 2024 Presidential Election.
The observers will include officials from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and the Maldives. Additionally, Commonwealth election observers and delegates from the Asian Election Observation Network will also participate.
The European Union (EU) has already dispatched election observers to Sri Lanka.
The Commission’s Chairman, R.M.A.L. Ratnayake, stated that the international observers will monitor all election-related activities, including the voting process.
These observers are expected to deliver a comprehensive report post-election. This initiative aims to ensure transparency and uphold democratic standards during the election.
The presence of diverse international observers signals Sri Lanka’s intent to demonstrate credibility in its electoral process amidst a politically charged environment.
