CEC Composition Remains Unresolved Amidst Disputes
Tensions surrounding the composition of the Commission for Electoral Complaints and Results (CEC) persisted following statements from President Albulena Haxhiu regarding the appointment of the final member. The CEC, currently comprised of ten members including the chairman appointed from the Supreme Court, remains the subject of contention between the Vetëvendosje (VV) and People’s Democratic Party (PDK). Speaking on April 30, 2026, President Haxhiu addressed concerns about the CEC’s operational capacity when questioned about the outstanding appointment.
She stated she would “act” when she “considers it necessary to act.”
Haxhiu emphasized that the electoral process is not currently at risk, noting the CEC’s existing ten-member structure. She referenced previous discussions regarding a potential challenge to the electoral process, stating, “I am interested if this constitutes a problem for the CEC, yesterday I heard that the electoral process would be contested due to…”
The dispute centers on the need for an eleventh member to fully staff the CEC. The President’s response indicates a deliberate approach to the appointment, suggesting a cautious stance until a suitable candidate is identified.
The situation highlights ongoing disagreements regarding the composition of the crucial CEC body.
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“It’s concerning that the CEC’s makeup remains unresolved with such apparent disagreement.”