THE Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) has deployed an election observer mission to observe the upcoming Samoa National Election tomorrow (Friday).
Fiji Electoral Commissioner Nemani Mati will lead the mission which includes Tongan Elections Supervisor Pita Vuki with support staff from the secretariat.
Secretary General Baron Waqa welcomed the invitation from the Samoan government and its Electoral Commission, commending their commitment to transparency and accountability through the inclusion of international and domestic observers.
“National elections are a cornerstone of democratic governance. We commend Samoa for its leadership in promoting inclusive and credible electoral processes,” Waqa said.
The PIF Election Observation Mission will observe polling on election day, and the counting process. Forum Election Observer Missions are conducted under the Biketawa Declaration 2000, the Pacific’s regional commitment to good governance.