Instituti i Studimeve Politike (ISP) si partner zyrtar, mori pjesë në tryezën “Zbatimi i ligjit për dekriminalizimin dhe sfidat e zbatimit të tij në zgjedhjet për Kuvendin 2021”. ISP po aplikon prej 2019 një projekt monitorimi të ligjit 138/2015 mbeshtetur nga Ambasada e Mbretesise se Vendeve te Ulta dhe prej 2020 nje projekt mbi aplikimin e ketij ligji ne zgjedhjet dhe strukturat partiake mbeshtetur nga NED (National Endowment for Democracy).
Me poshte, njoftimet publike te OSBE dhe te Ambasades.
The OSCE Presence in Albania and the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands jointly organized a workshop today on the current application of the Law on Decriminalization in view of the upcoming parliamentary elections on 25 April 2021.Key stakeholders of the Central Election Commission, General Prosecutor’s Office, state and public institutions, representatives of political parties, civil society and the main international partners in Albania that follow closely the implementation of the Law on Decriminalization participated in the workshop. “The OSCE Presence strongly believes that proper application of Decriminalization Law is the foundation for a more efficient fight against electoral fraud as well as for a more efficient cleansing of the candidates lists from individuals with criminal records or those under criminal investigation”, said Head of Presence Vincenzo Del Monaco.The implementing partner of the activity, the Institute of Political Studies, presented the main findings of an assessment and survey they recently conducted on the implementation of this law in the field of elections; providing a synopsis of its implementation until now and identifying various hurdles they have encountered towards a fully-efficient application. Participants highlighted that the Law on Decriminalization has achieved significant results since its adoption in December 2015, which has led to the dismissal and resignation of a considerable number of high-level state officials, including many in elected positions such as MPs, mayors and local councilors. The Central Election Commission and the General Prosecutor’s Office shared their experiences and challenges faced in its implementation in the area of elections over the years. Participants committed to further strengthen the cooperation among them and support each other towards a more efficient and timely prevention of incriminated individuals’ intrusion in the candidate lists for the 2021 parliamentary elections.The OSCE Presence in Albania will continue to closely follow and support the Central Election Commission, General Prosecutor’s Office and political actors in view of a fully effective application of the Law on Decriminalization in the upcoming elections.
https://www.osce.org/presence-in-albania/473430
The Dutch have a strong belief and are very involved in democracy and accountability, putting a lot on the shoulders of the civil society.This is the model we are supporting in the Albanian setting. Where civil society becomes a strong partner of all the development and institutions, yet having the voice to speak up, hold accountable and thrive for transparency. This is the case with our MATRA project “Decriminalisation and Transparency in Albania” implemented by ISP ALBANIA.Together with OSCE Presence in Albania we considered that the recommendation of ISP to hold a technical discussions on this topic, hopefully having all key institutions up and running – was timely and necessary.As we anticipate to soon enter in an electoral period, the subject of decriminalization is expected to take more emphasis and become more attractive in the eyes of media. We also expect that the role of CEC as well as Prosecution Office will also be put on the spotlight and transparency and accountability will be a must. Let’s not forget that the role of political parties, civil society and media in facilitating the process of scrutiny of candidates and/or electoral staff are also crucial.The Netherlands is not only a strict an fair partner, but also a very engaged one when it comes to supporting Albania with its ongoing efforts in the democratization and EU integration process.
https://www.facebook.com/DutchEmbassyAlbania/posts/3704205079637481
