During a hearing before President Iliana Yotova, candidates for the Central Election Commission (CEC) in Bulgaria were unable to guarantee their political independence, marking the final stage before the new commission's appointment.

Kosovo's Central Election Commission (CIK) announced the completion of vote counting for parliamentary candidates in 28 municipalities. This process is part of the early elections for the Assembly.

Bulgarian parliamentary groups have submitted their nominations for the next composition of the Central Election Commission (CEC). Consultations with the head of state began with an hour-long dispute over the incorrect distribution of quotas.

The Central Election Commission (CIK) announced that the process of counting votes for candidates for the Kosovo parliament will begin today in all 38 municipal counting centers. A CIK spokesperson stated that the verification of ballots will be performed first.

Montenegro is experiencing ongoing difficulties in forming its Central Election Commission (CIK), with the fourth public call for the selection of its president and members failing to yield sufficient qualified candidates.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Central Election Commission (CIK) is facing pressure due to allegations of fake signatures in the ongoing election campaign and a perceived legal vacuum regarding their authority to investigate such claims. The CIK has stated it is not authorized to determine the authenticity of signatures.

Irina Vlah, leader of the 'Heart of Moldova' party, has appealed to the Ministry of Justice to withdraw its lawsuit seeking to restrict the party's activities, citing a decision by the Central Election Commission.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina continued the process of verifying the applications of political entities for participation in the General Elections at today's session.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Central Election Commission (CIK) rejected the applications of Naša stranka, SDS, Snaga naroda, and BPS, preventing them from participating in the upcoming elections due to unpaid prior fines. Despite this, Arnel Isak of Snaga naroda assured citizens that his party would still contest the elections.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK BiH) has begun the process of certifying 81 applications from political parties and independent candidates for the 2026 General Elections.

Azerbaijani observers have accused the Central Election Commission of consistently understating the number of eligible voters, noting discrepancies with figures from the State Statistical Committee.

Elections for the sixth convocation of the Assembly of the Chamber of Nurses and Medical Technicians of Serbia are scheduled for June 7, following the elections in the Medical Chamber. The Central Election Commission has published addresses for 96 polling stations across Serbia.

Representatives of the Pokret Sigurna Srpska (PSS) submitted their application for political entity certification to the Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina, announcing a winning campaign with Stanivuković as a serious alternative to the current government.

Halid Genjac, Secretary General of the Party of Democratic Action (SDA), submitted the party's application for the upcoming elections to the BiH Central Election Commission, stating SDA expects victory at all levels and will stop the humiliation of Bosniaks.

The BH Zeleni party and SDP BiH have submitted their applications to the Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina to participate in the 2026 General Elections.

The Central Election Commission in Kosovo has issued clarifications for registered voters as postal voting is set to begin for the June 7 elections.

Kosovo's Central Election Commission (CEC) has initiated the accelerated printing of ballots for postal voting in the June 7 elections. This process, costing an additional 58,000 euros, began on the same day the contract award notice was published.

The Central Election Commission of Moldova announced the preliminary results of local elections held in 12 localities, indicating that some areas will proceed to a second round as no candidate secured more than half the votes.

Russia's Central Election Commission voted on May 14 to appoint former Bryansk Region Governor Alexander Bogomaz to a vacant State Duma seat, registering him as a deputy the day after his resignation as governor.

Opposition candidate Lefter Maliqi has submitted a second request to the Central Election Commission (CEC) for an urgent meeting regarding the mandate of Kuçovë mayor Kreshnik Hajdari, vowing to pursue the matter to the Electoral College and SPAK.

The Central Election Commission in Kosovo announced that none of the 27 political parties participating in the June 7 elections have yet submitted their lists of candidate deputies as the deadline approaches.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Central Election Commission has announced general elections for October 4th. High Representative Christian Schmidt welcomed the decision, highlighting the introduction of new technologies to ensure a more transparent process.

The Orhei Court on May 7 overturned the Central Election Commission's decision to annul the registration of Viktor Pertsu, a mayoral candidate for the "Democracy at Home" party, for the local elections on May 17, 2026.

Political parties in Kosovo are facing a deadline today to inform the Central Election Commission about their participation in the early parliamentary elections scheduled for June 7, 2026.

Latvia's Central Election Commission (CVK) has registered a draft law, allowing proponents to begin collecting signatures for a referendum on the faster withdrawal of second-pillar pension funds.

Kosovo's Central Election Commission (CIK) has reiterated that political parties and coalitions have until May 7 to register for participation in the snap elections for the Assembly of Kosovo.

Latvia's Central Election Commission (CVK) has approved a total of 88 polling stations and their commissions abroad in preparation for the upcoming 15th Saeima elections.

The "Shqipëria Bëhet" (Albania Becomes) movement has submitted a request to the Central Election Commission to initiate the collection of 50,000 signatures. The goal is to hold a national referendum against the law on strategic investors and the "Mountains Package" law.

The Chairperson of Bulgaria's Central Election Commission (CEC), Kamelia Neikova, reported that the elections proceeded more calmly with fewer protocol errors, but noted widespread omissions in the counting of preferences.

Bulgaria's Central Election Commission reported the highest voter turnout in the series of elections held since 2021.

Elections for a new mayor of the 'Sredets' district in Sofia, Bulgaria, are scheduled for June 14, following a presidential decree in March and a Central Election Commission decision on key deadlines.

Vedran Jarić, founder of Planet Soft, claims that High Representative Christian Schmidt pressured Bosnia and Herzegovina's Central Election Commission to award an election technology contract to Smart

The Office for Review of Appeals in Bosnia and Herzegovina rejected an appeal from "Planet Soft" of Banja Luka concerning the Central Election Commission's decision on the most favorable bidder for election technologies.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) has published an interactive map for the upcoming elections. This tool aims to provide voters with accessible information related to the electoral process.

Various Bulgarian institutions, including army formations and the Central Election Commission, are organizing 'Open Days' events. These initiatives aim to engage the public and students with their respective operations.

The Central Election Commission of the Serbian Medical Chamber has rejected a request from several civil society organizations to allow independent observers for the upcoming elections on April 19, raising concerns among doctors.

An incident occurred during a meeting of Bulgaria's Central Election Commission (ЦИК), involving Deputy Chair Rositsa Mateva and a public inquiry about the company 'Ciela'.

Moldova's Central Election Commission (CEC) announced the completion of document reception for candidates participating in local elections and referendums scheduled for May 17, 2026.

Nine candidates have applied for positions on Montenegro's Central Election Commission (CIK) following a third public call. The commission will compile a list of eligible candidates after reviewing data from relevant authorities.

Māris Zviedris, chairman of Latvia's Central Election Commission (CVK), has asked the State Security Service to investigate public accusations of fictitious employment within the commission.

Albanian Socialist Party MP Erion Braçe has publicly declared his ambition to run for mayor of Tirana and has submitted a request to the Central Election Commission regarding his candidacy.

A Bulgarian news overview highlights anticipated decisions from the Central Election Commission regarding polling stations abroad and a ruling from the Sofia City Court.

A Latvian broadcast featured discussions with the Minister of Smart Administration and Regional Development and the Central Election Commission Chairman on information system procurements, security, and their influence on elections.

Māris Zviedris, head of Latvia's Central Election Commission, stated that manually counting votes for the 15th Saeima elections could slightly increase the overall cost of the electoral process.

The Central Election Commission has annulled the registration of Zoran Mrseski, a dual citizen candidate on the "Vazrazhdane" party list in Sofia, following earlier statements from the party leader.

The leader of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party, Sinkevičius, stated that an unfavorable decision by the Central Election Commission regarding state grants would be a significant blow to the 'Nemuno aušrai' party's preparations for upcoming municipal elections.

Political parties and coalitions in Bulgaria have until 5 PM on March 17 to register their lists of candidate-deputies. The following day, the Central Election Commission (CEC) will hold a draw to assign numbers to the 27 registered political formations for the upcoming vote.

Kazakhstan's voters approved the adoption of a new constitution with 87.15% of the votes in a referendum, the country's Central Election Commission announced on Monday.

As of noon today, nearly 16,000 applications for voting from citizens outside Bulgaria have been submitted, according to the Central Election Commission.

The Bulgarian Parliament is scheduled to hear from the Central Election Commission regarding its preparedness for the upcoming elections, following a proposal for the hearing.

A total of 22 political formations have registered with the Central Election Commission by 5:00 PM today to participate in the upcoming April elections.

Bulgaria's Central Election Commission (CEC) has reversed its decision regarding a new MP from the 'Vazrazhdane' party, announcing Viktor Papazov as the elected deputy instead of the previously named individual.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) has appointed the members of the regional election commissions, with several RIKs failing to reach consensus on the selection of chairpersons, secretaries, or deputy chairpersons.

Bulgaria's Central Election Commission and its Public Council are in a dispute with the caretaker cabinet over who is responsible for providing voting screens for the upcoming April elections.

Christian Schmidt, the High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina, issued an authentic interpretation of his decision, giving a 24-hour deadline for funds to be transferred to the Central Election Commission (CIK) for new election technologies.

Registration for parties and coalitions participating in the upcoming elections in Bulgaria begins on February 24 and runs until March 4, according to the Central Election Commission.

Bulgaria's Central Election Commission (CEC) has decided to send a letter to the European Commission via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, seeking clarification on the reasons for banning Stoil Tsitselkov from participating in election observation.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Kosovo has published the initial distribution of mandates following recent elections. This announcement provides the first allocation of seats to political entities.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina has published the preliminary list of registered political entities for the general elections scheduled for October 4, where citizens will elect members of the BiH Presidency and parliamentary representatives.

Valmir Elezi, spokesperson for Kosovo's Central Election Commission (CEC), announced that the certification of the final election results is anticipated to occur by July 6.

A Bulgarian business newsletter covers various topics, including a discussion on the cost of a seat in the Central Election Commission (CEC) and Nikola Tsolov's victory in Monaco.

Šuhret Fazlić, founder of POMAK, will not be a candidate for the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina after the appeals court rejected his appeal against the Central Election Commission's decision to not certify his candidacy.

The Central Election Commission of the Chamber of Nurses and Health Technicians of Serbia (KMSZTS) rejected a request from the 'Budni do kraja' observer mission to monitor its elections.

The Central Election Commission (CIK) has rejected the application of the Snaga Naroda (Power of the People) party for state-level elections due to suspicious signatures, with claims that one person signed 20-25% of them. The party's leader, Šuhret Fazlić, stated that the court will have the final say on the matter.

Moldova's Central Election Commission (CEC) published preliminary results for the second round of local elections held on May 31 in Orhei, Taraclia, and the village of Novi Rusești, Yaloveni district, with an independent candidate winning in Orhei.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina has approved the candidacies of 67 political entities to participate in elections, including the SNSD, despite some internal opposition.

According to new rules, 'Progressive Bulgaria' will have eight members in the next Central Election Commission, the same number as all other parliamentary represented parties and coalitions.

Speculations are circulating in Bosnia and Herzegovina that the Central Election Commission might postpone the general elections, scheduled for October 4th, due to the process of introducing new electoral technologies.

Several political parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including DF, Stranka za BiH, SBB, NiP, and PSS, have submitted their applications to the Central Election Commission for the upcoming General Elections. Parties are expressing confidence in victory and highlighting the importance of new election technologies.

Kosovo's Central Election Commission (CIK) confirmed the voter list for the early elections for the Assembly of Kosovo, scheduled for June 7. More than two million voters are eligible to cast their ballots.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina announced that today marks the final deadline for political parties and independent candidates to submit applications for certification. This step is essential for their participation in upcoming elections.

Jelena Trivić, president of the National Front, stated at the Central Election Commission in Sarajevo that an opposition victory in the Presidency is crucial for establishing more normal relations in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Kosovo's Central Election Commission (CIK) has decided that the process of postal voting for the snap parliamentary elections scheduled for June 7 will commence on May 21.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Central Election Commission (CIK) has signed a 74 million KM contract with Smartmatic for the procurement of new technologies for upcoming elections. This agreement aims to modernize the electoral process in BiH.

As political entities prepare for elections, the Central Election Commission, observers, and voters in Bosnia and Herzegovina are preparing for the use of new electoral technologies, hoping digitalization can restore citizen trust in the electoral process.

Seven individuals have applied for the positions of president and members of Montenegro's Central Election Commission (CIK) in the fourth public competition, with the commission set to make a decision soon after reviewing all applications.

The Central Election Commission of Kosovo (CIK) announced today that it has received lists from 23 political entities, totaling 917 candidates, for the upcoming extraordinary parliamentary elections. This marks a key step in the electoral process.

The prosecution has informed Albania's Central Election Commission about Kuçova Mayor Kreshnik Hajdari's undisclosed final conviction in Greece. Critics argue that Hajdari should not remain in office given he concealed this information.

Moldova's Central Election Commission (CEC) announced it will appeal a May 7 court decision from Orhei that reinstated Viktor Pertu, a candidate from the 'Democracy at Home' party, into the mayoral race.

The Central Election Commission of Kosovo has released a preliminary voter list for the snap parliamentary elections on June 7, showing over two million registered voters, an increase of about 16,000 from previous elections.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Kosovo presented a preliminary voter list for the extraordinary parliamentary elections on June 7, which includes 2,092,000 voters.

A political dispute has emerged in Orhei, Moldova, after a mayoral candidate from the "Democracy at Home" party was removed from elections due to alleged ties with Ilan Shor, leading to accusations of political interference against the Central Election Commission.

The House of Representatives of Bosnia and Herzegovina's Parliament failed to elect a new member to the Central Election Commission (CIK), preventing the dismissal of current member Irena Hadžiabdić. The decision was stalled despite two candidates having an equal number of points, amidst political discussions.

The Central Election Commission (CIK) of Bosnia and Herzegovina can proceed with its project to procure election technologies after the final appeal against the decision was rejected.

Bulgaria's Central Election Commission announced over 20 applications from candidate-deputies of the DPS party requesting not to be elected, reportedly to pave the way for Hamid, Bayram, and Anastasov to enter parliament.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Bulgaria has announced the final distribution of parliamentary mandates for the 52nd National Assembly, detailing the number of seats secured by various political parties.

Moldova's Central Election Commission (CEC) has rejected businessman Adrian Dulgher's appeal and denied his registration as a candidate for mayor of Orhei. The decision was made during a meeting on April 21.

The Bulgarian National Bank's printing house has produced entirely new batches of paper ballots for the Dobrich and Shumen regions due to discovered defects in the previously delivered ballots, according to the Central Election Commission chairman.

Moldova's Central Election Commission (CEC) has officially registered candidates for the upcoming mayoral elections in the cities of Orhei and Taraclia. Ten candidates were registered for Orhei and seven for Taraclia, setting the stage for the local races.

Moldova's Central Election Commission has proposed amendments to the Electoral Code, including a requirement for candidates for the Bashkan of Gagauzia to know the Romanian language, among other regulations for pre-election campaigning.

A Bulgarian news outlet highlights important events for the day, including an election debate by a new journalistic platform and an open day at the Central Election Commission.

The political scene in Bosnia and Herzegovina's Republika Srpska is entering a crucial phase as the opposition struggles for positions ahead of the 2026 general elections, which the BiH Central Election Commission is expected to announce soon.

Russia’s Central Election Commission stated that candidates are legally permitted to use various forms and methods of campaigning, including the Telegram messaging app.

The Chairman of Bulgaria's Central Election Commission urged against mass changes in polling station commissions at the final stage, emphasizing stability for the upcoming elections.

Bulgaria's Supreme Administrative Court (VASS) has rejected an appeal by the "Velichie" party against a Central Election Commission decision regarding the number and locations of polling stations abroad, specifically in Germany.

Lithuania's Central Election Commission is set to decide on Thursday how much funding the 'Nemuno aušra' party will lose after being found in serious violation of the law, potentially facing a loss of around 242,000 euros.

Bulgaria's Central Election Commission (CEC) has decided to open 493 polling stations in 55 countries for Bulgarians abroad to vote in the snap parliamentary elections on April 19.

A Latvian podcast features Minister Raimonds Čudars and the Central Election Commission chairman discussing issues related to information system procurement, security, and their potential impact on elections.

Latvia's Central Election Commission is actively working to make the upcoming 15th Saeima elections more accessible to voters, exploring unusual polling station locations.

Bulgaria's Central Election Commission (CEC) stated that it has no data indicating an increase in reports of election violations, noting that information exchange between institutions is normal.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina selected Smartmatic for election technology procurement, but a Banja Luka firm plans to appeal the decision, claiming their offer was 17 million KM lower.

Today's important events in Bulgaria include the Central Election Commission drawing ballot numbers for parties participating in the April 19 elections, and Parliament reviewing legislation on its second reading.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK BiH) has stated that there is nothing controversial regarding the election of the mayors of Sarajevo, Brčko, and Mostar, asserting that they acted within the law.

Nine days before the deadline, 20,800 applications for voting abroad have been submitted to Bulgaria's Central Election Commission, a significant increase compared to previous elections, with applications from the UK nearly doubling.

Sarajevo city councilor Kerim Balić (SDA) announced that Avdić is not the mayor of Sarajevo and called for new elections, following a response from the Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK BiH) regarding the procedure for electing the mayor.

Following a record number of changes in previous elections, Serbia's Central Election Commission has restricted the ability to replace members of polling station committees, aiming to prevent unprepared individuals from overseeing the vote.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) is reportedly considering legal action against Li Zhenxiu.

The 'Alliance for Rights and Freedoms' party expects to enter the Bulgarian parliament after the April 19 elections, having submitted its registration documents to the Central Election Commission.

Seven parties and coalitions have registered for the parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19 in Bulgaria, with the Central Election Commission announcing the submissions.

Despite a High Representative decision to allocate 112 million KM from the Central Bank to the Central Election Commission (CIK) for new election technologies, the issue remains unresolved. The Deputy Minister of Finance and Treasury, Muhamed Hasanović, signed an instruction to transfer funds after a previous refusal, and called on the BiH Prosecutor's Office to investigate.

Moldova's Central Election Commission (CEC) has announced that 36 out of 66 registered political parties have met legal requirements to participate in the new local elections and local referendum on May 17.

Moldova's Central Election Commission (CEC) reported an increase in women's participation in elections, with women voting more frequently than men, but still running for office less often.

Stoil Tsitselkov, who resigned as Vice President for Fair Elections, has stated he will not resign from the Public Council of the Central Election Commission (CEC), defiantly saying he will 'surf on the tears of the disappointed.'

This week's important news includes discussions that will determine the composition of the Central Election Commission. The answers provided will shed light on the future of the commission.

The Bulgarian political coalition PP-DB announced it will appeal to the Constitutional Court regarding the calculation of quotas for parliamentary parties in the new Central Election Commission (CEC), after President Iliana Yotova refused to reconsider the issue.

Sociologist Tsvetozar Tomov, a member of Bulgaria's Central Election Commission (CEC), has commented that the presidential decree concerning the CEC is a small step in the wrong direction.

A dispute has emerged between President Iliana Iotova and the PP-DB coalition concerning the formation of the new Central Election Commission, with the dissolved coalition reportedly disadvantaged in mandate distribution.

Božidar Božanov, co-chairman of 'Yes, Bulgaria,' announced on Facebook that he found an error in the calculations used to determine the quotas for the next composition of Bulgaria's Central Election Commission (CEC).

A competition for the election of the president and members of Montenegro's Central Election Commission has failed, with the commission concluding that conditions were not met to submit a reasoned proposal to the Administrative Board of the Parliament.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina certified the registration of several political entities for the upcoming General Elections, while 'Snaga naroda' was rejected for the state level.

The Narod i Pravda party has described the SDA's surprise and dissatisfaction regarding the Central Election Commission's (CIK) decision on the SNSD's candidacy certification as hypocritical.

Moldova's Central Election Commission is preparing for the second round of new local elections scheduled for May 31st in three localities: Orhei, Taraclia, and Ruseștii Noi. Voters in these areas will return to the polls to finalize their local leadership.

Valjdete Daka, the former president of Kosovo's Central Election Commission, has accused the government of misusing state resources, hate speech, and political propaganda during the ongoing election campaign for June 7.

Muhamed Hasanović, Deputy Minister of Finance of Bosnia and Herzegovina, has signed an order to disburse 24 million KM to the Central Election Commission for the general elections scheduled for October, unblocking the financing for the upcoming elections.

Džemal Smajić, a delegate in the House of Peoples of the Parliamentary Assembly of Bosnia and Herzegovina, submitted the candidacy of the Party for BiH (SBiH) to the Central Election Commission for the General Elections scheduled for October 4.

The Central Election Commission of Kosovo has officially determined the total number of citizens eligible to vote. This announcement finalizes the voter roll ahead of upcoming electoral processes.

Nermin Nikšić, the President of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) of Bosnia and Herzegovina, submitted the party's candidate lists for the upcoming General Elections to the Central Election Commission.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK BiH) decided to establish a temporary unit for the implementation of specific electoral technologies. This unit will oversee the introduction of new technologies into the electoral process.

Democratic Front Secretary General Dženan Đonlagić responded to HSP Bosnia and Herzegovina's request to the Central Election Commission, stating that the "Ljubić" verdict has been implemented and is unrelated to the BiH Presidency election.

Kosovo's Central Election Commission (KQZ) has announced the publication of lists containing 902 certified candidates for deputies, who will participate in the early parliamentary elections.

Kosovo's Central Election Commission has certified 17 political parties, three coalitions, and one independent candidate to participate in the upcoming snap elections, while two political entities were rejected.

The Central Election Commission (CIK) in Bosnia and Herzegovina has finalized a list of 11,998 candidates approved to serve as presidents and deputy presidents of polling committees. This step is part of the preparations for upcoming elections.

More than 50,000 citizens from the diaspora have registered to vote in Kosovo's snap elections within six days, according to the Central Election Commission spokesperson Valmir Elezi.

The Central Election Commission of Kosovo (CEC) has announced that political entities must submit their applications to participate in the upcoming elections by midnight. This deadline marks a critical point for parties and coalitions seeking to contest the electoral process.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Central Election Commission has announced general elections for October 4, outlining new voting procedures including digital identification, scanners, and video surveillance.

The Central Election Commission confirmed the number of deputies to be elected in the 15th Saeima election districts, with Riga gaining two seats while Latgale and Kurzeme see a reduction.

The Central Election Commission of Kosovo presented a preliminary voter list for the snap parliamentary elections on June 7, showing 2,092,202 voters, an increase of about 16,000 from previous elections.

Lefter Maliqi, the opposition candidate for Kuçovë Municipality, has accused the Central Election Commission (CEC) of delaying the process related to the mandate of the current mayor, Kreshnik Hajdari, stating the mayor should be arrested.

Moldova's Central Election Commission (CEC) announced the annulment of the registration of Victor Pertsu, a candidate for mayor of Orhei from the "Democracy at Home" party, for the local elections scheduled for May 17, 2026.

Kosovo's Central Election Commission (CIK) has formally proposed June 7 as the date for snap parliamentary elections, a recommendation made during a meeting with acting President Albulena Haxhiu to set the timeline for the country's next electoral cycle.

The Central Election Commission (CIK) of Bosnia and Herzegovina can now proceed with the full implementation of its electoral technology project, including scanner procurement, after the Office for…

Montenegro has failed to elect a president and members of the Central Election Commission even after a third call, hindering the country's progress towards closing EU accession chapters.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK BiH) has dismissed recent public allegations and claims concerning the public procurement of a biometric voter identification system as unacceptable and inaccurate.

Over 800,000 people who voted for parties in previous parliamentary elections chose not to do so this time, according to arithmetic after the Central Election Commission (CEC) processed all protocols from the Sectional Election Commissions.

Latvia's Central Election Commission has developed several contingency scenarios, including registration envelopes and free passports, in case the electronic online voter register is unavailable for the upcoming 15th Saeima elections.

Bulgarian election authorities are discussing the rules for invalid ballots in the upcoming 2026 elections, particularly concerning paper votes and the Central Election Commission's 2023 decision on machine voting.

Teo Rogić, the son of a member of Bosnia and Herzegovina's Central Election Commission, has been appointed as the new chief of staff for Dragan Čović in the BiH Parliament's House of Peoples.

Proposed changes to Lithuania's election code would allow the Central Election Commission (VRK) to review the content of candidates' election programs and modify the formation of district and precinct commissions.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina has decided to impose administrative measures, revoking the right to run in upcoming elections for 40 political parties that failed to submit their 2023 annual financial reports.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina has received three complaints regarding the selection of a bidder for biometric voter identification and ballot scanning systems. These complaints are expected to delay the procurement of election technologies.

Taiwan's Cabinet has expressed regret over the perceived shunning of the Central Election Commission (CEC), highlighting concerns about its public standing.

Lithuania's Central Election Commission has decided to withhold six months of state funding from the populist ruling party "Nemunas Dawn" due to serious legal violations.

Kosovo's Constitutional Court has declared inadmissible President Vjosa Osmani's request concerning the appointment of members to the Central Election Commission (CEC). Osmani had sought an assessment of a conflict between constitutional competencies.

Latvia's Central Election Commission and experts believe that a timely decision on manual vote counting for the upcoming Saeima elections will help reduce speculation about election fairness and allow for better preparation.

Despite a proposal from the Central Election Commission (CEC) to provide audio files for visually impaired voters in the April 19 elections, such provisions will not be made due to an opinion from the Ministry of Electronic Governance.

Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani has appealed to the Constitutional Court to clarify the process for appointing new members to the Central Election Commission (CIK), citing a constitutional dilemma.

The head of Latvia's Central Election Commission, Māris Zviedris, commented on the possibility of manually counting votes in the upcoming Saeima elections, a suggestion made by the President following reports of potential fraud in state IT procurements.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Central Election Commission has decided to introduce biometric voter identification and ballot scanning, selecting 'Smartmatik BH' d.o.o. Sarajevo as the supplier for the necessary equipment.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK BiH) has issued a statement clarifying that it does not dispute the election of the Mayor of Sarajevo, following public speculation.

Kazakhstan's central election commission announced that 87.15% of voters approved the new constitution in a referendum with a 73.12% turnout, which is expected to make Parliament more efficient.

Sarajevo Mayor Samir Avdić responded to allegations from city councilor Kerim Balić (SDA) regarding the legality of his election, stating his selection was legal and the decision has been with the Central Election Commission since September without challenge.

In response to a request from the Central Election Commission, a letter with a list of over 9300 polling stations across the country where machine voting will be implemented has been received from 'Information Services'.

A total of 27 parties and coalitions have submitted documents to participate in Bulgaria's snap parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19, according to the Central Election Commission.

Ilirjan Celibashi, head of Albania's Central Election Commission, stated that the legal framework for political party financing has serious weaknesses, noting that 50% of parties don't participate in elections and financial data isn't published.

Lithuania's Central Election Commission has concluded an investigation into MP Ignas Vėgėlė's broadcast, determining it did not contain elements of political advertising.

The Bulgarian Council of Ministers is prepared to provide funding and organize the delivery of voting screens to regional election commissions, pending a specific order from the Central Election Commission.

The 'Future of Moldova' party, led by Vasily Tarlev, will lose state funding starting in February after the Central Election Commission (CEC) identified illegal use of financial resources during the presidential election campaign.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Bulgaria has officially stated that it did not request Stoil Cicelkov to withdraw from the Public Council, according to CEC Deputy Chair Rositsa Mateva.

Former Deputy Prime Minister for Fair Elections, Stoil Tsitselkov, urged the Central Election Commission (CEC) to focus on its primary work or step down, criticizing its perceived lack of focus.