OSCEs Parlamentariske Forsamling 2020-21
OSCE Alm.del Bilag 45
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Copenhagen, 30 August 2021
Memorandum on the OSCE PA Observation of the
24 October Presidential Election in Uzbekistan
OSCE PA Election Observation Mission
A presidential election is planned to take place in Uzbekistan on 24 October 2021, and following an invitation
to observe this election, the OSCE PA President has decided to deploy an Election Observation Mission to
work closely with the expected team of the OSCE/ODIHR.
Nomination and Appointment of Parliamentary Observers
In accordance with the attached OSCE PA Election Observation Guidelines, national Delegations wishing to
nominate their members to participate in this mission are kindly asked to complete and return to the
International Secretariat at ([email protected]) as soon as possible, but no later than
Friday 24 September 2021
the following:
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The Delegation Nomination Form,
An Individual Observer Nomination Form for each nominated observer,
A signed Statement of Nominated Election Observer for each nominated observer,
A signed Code of Conduct for each nominated observer,
A signed Accreditation Form for each nominated observer,
A copy of the photograph page from each nominated observer’s passport,
A photograph.
Please note that in accordance with the Guidelines nominated observers are not part of an observation mission
before they have been appointed by the OSCE PA President. The International Secretariat will communicate
the list of observers to delegations that have forwarded nominations following appointment by the OSCE PA
President. Due to registration procedures, we may not be able to accommodate those who register after the
deadline.
Accommodation
Parliamentary briefings will be held in-person in Tashkent on 22 and 23 October 2021. The Temporary OSCE
PA Headquarters will be located in Tashkent as well. The International Secretariat of the OSCE Parliamentary
Assembly will distribute the details on the recommended hotel for accommodation as soon as possible.
Preliminary Programme
Thursday, 21 October 2021
All day
Arrival of observers
Friday, 22 October 2021
Afternoon
Parliamentary briefings
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Saturday, 23 October 2021
All Day
Sunday, 24 October 2021
All Day
Parliamentary briefings
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Observation at Polling Stations
Monday, 25 October 2021
08:00 (TBC)
De-Briefing for PA observers
Afternoon
Press-Conference in Tashkent
Suggested departures of observers
Members are reminded that in accordance with the OSCE PA’s Astana Declaration of 2008 and the Guidelines,
participants are expected to participate in the full briefing programme as well as the debriefing on the day
following the election.
Briefing on Mission for new OSCE PA observers
We kindly invite new members to attend the Briefing on the Mission aimed at providing useful information on
the general framework of PA observation missions. The briefing is open to all OSCE PA observers, but
participation is expected for new observers. Further details will be communicated to new observers.
Election Day
The International Secretariat will circulate a draft deployment plan taking into consideration wishes by
observers, but also the requirements for a meaningful observation mission. Subject to adjustments required by
the health situation, on Election Day, Members will generally work in teams of two with the support of an
interpreter and a driver.
National parliaments are responsible for their own Members’ expenses, including any hotel cancellations, as
well as fees for driver, interpreter and fuel. Further information on arrangements for Election Day including
related to costs for any cars/drivers and interpreters for Election Day will be communicated in due time. All
interpreters and drivers will be asked to obtain a negative result to a COVID-19 test in advance of taking up
their duties in support of the mission.
Travel and Health Insurance
As a result of the COVID-19 response, a number of travel restrictions are in place in many countries, and
Members are requested to consult with the appropriate authorities regarding travel procedures and access to
the country. The International Secretariat will maintain close contact with the authorities in Uzbekistan to
ensure compliance with local health regulations.
The mission will work to put in place disease mitigation measures including social distancing where possible,
however participants should understand that observation is a physical practice requiring interaction with a wide
range of people. Observers are expected to comply with all national laws and regulations of the host country,
including health regulations; please note that there may be additional costs related to compliance with health
measures required by the authorities of Uzbekistan or by the mission. All participants are expected to obtain a
PCR test for COVID-19 not earlier than 72 hours prior to arrival in Uzbekistan. Participants may be requested
to demonstrate a negative result to such test; if the test indicates positive for COVID, observers are expected
to not travel for the observation mission.
Members are requested to ensure that they have full health insurance coverage valid for the duration of their
stay in Uzbekistan.