SECRETARY-GENERAL HAILS SUCCESSFUL ELECTIONS IN PAKISTAN; FIRST EVER TRANSFER OF CIVILIAN GOVERNMENT

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SECRETARY-GENERAL HAILS SUCCESSFUL ELECTIONS IN PAKISTAN; FIRST EVER
TRANSFER OF CIVILIAN GOVERNMENT
New York, May 12 2013 6:00PM
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has congratulated the
Government and people of Pakistan on the successful conduct of
national and provincial elections, hailing the polls, for which
millions of voters turned out, as a major democratic step.

"This is the first ever transition from one civilian Government to
another and a significant step forward for democracy in the country,"
the Secretary-General said of the 11 May elections, in a statement
issued by his Spokesman.

"By exercising their constitutional right to vote, the people of
Pakistan have reaffirmed their desire for and commitment to a
democratic Pakistan and their respect for the constitution of the
country," Secretary-General Ban said.

Pleased to note the significant turnout for the elections, especially
the youth and first time voters, "who came out in millions to take
part," the UN chief also noted the increase in the participation of
women, but regretted that in some parts of the country, they were
deterred from voting.

"The Secretary-General applauds the courage and determination of
political parties and election workers to engage in the electoral
process despite the challenging security situation ahead of the
voting," the statement said.

Mr. Ban also commended the Electoral Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for
successfully organizing the polls, and reaffirmed the commitment of
the United Nations to continue to support and assist the ECP.

With more than 86 million people reportedly registered to vote,
Pakistanis were set to select from among 5,000 candidates for the
National Assembly and nearly 11,700 vying for the Provincial Assembly.

A statement issued by Mr. Ban's Spokesman on 9 May noted the
Secretary-General's "concern" about the series of attacks in the
run-up to the polls targeting politicians, political rallies, and
election offices.

More than 100 people were reportedly been killed during that cycle of
political violence, according to media reports. The UN chief conveyed
his heartfelt condolences to the families of all the victims.

He also acknowledged the efforts being made by the Government of
Pakistan "to ensure the safety and security of candidates, party
workers, election officials, observers and voters on the day of the
elections," that statement noted.

May 12 2013 6:00PM
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