Tajikistan Parliamentary Elections: Joint Statement to the OSCE
February 7, 2025
UK News and Communications
Joint Statement to the OSCE on the upcoming parliamentary elections in Tajikistan on March 1, 2025:
The United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly are deeply concerned about the deteriorating political and human rights environment in Tajikistan in the lead-up to the parliamentary elections scheduled for March 1, 2025.
We call upon the Government of Tajikistan to take immediate steps to create a conducive environment for free and fair elections. This includes:
- Releasing all political prisoners and dropping all politically motivated charges against opposition activists and journalists;
- Ensuring that opposition parties and candidates are able to register and campaign without hindrance;
- Granting independent media outlets access to the public without fear of reprisal;
- Allowing international observers to monitor the elections independently and without obstruction.
We also urge the Government of Tajikistan to respect its international obligations under the OSCE Copenhagen Document, which sets out commitments to democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
The parliamentary elections in Tajikistan are an important opportunity for the country to demonstrate its commitment to democratic principles. We urge the Government of Tajikistan to take the necessary steps to ensure that the elections are free, fair, and transparent.
We stand ready to support the Tajik people in their efforts to build a more democratic and prosperous future.
Tajikistan Parliamentary Elections: Joint Statement to the OSCE
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