Euro-Observers Shun Azerbaijan Election
Instead, observers from former Soviet states will applaud the ruling party's repeat victory.
Instead, observers from former Soviet states will applaud the ruling party's repeat victory.
Embarrassment as plans to buy comfortable seats for parliament have to be shelved.
Holding a contested election without a foregone conclusion was an achievement in itself.
With much to play for, parties have been going the extra mile to secure votes.
Obstacles remain to a scheme aimed at boosting both security and electoral transparency.
Thirty per cent quota may not translate into female candidates taking their fair share of seats in October 4 polls.
Voters say they need reassurance that the process will be transparent.
Many of the current legislators are likely to make it into the next parliament, even if they have shifted party allegiance.
Main political groupings go through mergers and defections, but the essence of politics remains the same.
Debate audiences examine the pluses and minuses of engaging with insurgents.