OSCEs Parlamentariske Forsamling 2022-23 (2. samling)
OSCE Alm.del Bilag 5
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Copenhagen, 27 January 2023
Memorandum on the OSCE PA Observation of the
19 March 2023 Early Parliamentary Elections in Kazakhstan
OSCE PA Election Observation Mission
The parliamentary elections are planned to take place in Kazakhstan on 19 March 2023. Following an invitation
to observe these elections, the OSCE PA President has decided to deploy an Election Observation Mission to
work closely with an expected Election Observation Mission 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 February 2023
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 Astana on 17-18 March 2023. The Temporary OSCE PA
Headquarters will be in Astana as well. The International Secretariat of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly
will communicate further details on the accommodation arrangements in due time.
Preliminary Programme
Thursday, 16 March 2023
All day
Friday, 17 March 2023
All Day
Arrival of observers
Parliamentary briefings
Saturday, 18 March 2023
Half Day
Parliamentary briefings
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Deployment to Areas of Observation
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Sunday, 19 March 2023
All Day
Monday, 20 March 2023
08:00
Afternoon
Observation at Polling Stations
De-Briefing for PA observers
Press-Conference in Astana
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
We kindly ask you to indicate your preference for deployment in the Individual Registration Form while
submitting your documents. The International Secretariat will circulate a draft deployment plan taking into
consideration wishes by observers, but also the requirements for a meaningful observation mission. The
deployment plan will be prepared based on indicated preferences and on the need for balance in our observation
mission. This plan will also be prepared in such a way as to complement efforts by the observer teams deployed
by the OSCE/ODIHR. 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
De-Briefing and Departures
Please note while making your travel arrangements that de-briefing via phone or to regional coordinators on
the ground may be possible for those observers deployed with overnight stays outside Astana. We kindly ask
members not to book their domestic Kazakh flights or departure flights prior to the finalization of the expected
deployment plan for observers.
Visa
Observers are advised to contact the Kazakh consulates in their respective countries to verify visa requirements
necessary for their travel for the Mission. Please contact the International Secretariat if you need any assistance
while arranging your visa documents.
Travel and Health Insurance
Members are requested to consult with the appropriate authorities regarding travel procedures and access to
the country, as a result of the COVID-19 response. The International Secretariat will maintain close contact
with the authorities in Kazakhstan 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
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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 Kazakh authorities or by the mission. All participants are expected to obtain a
rapid or PCR test for COVID-19 not older than 48 hours prior to arrival in Kazakhstan. 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 Kazakhstan.