OSCE facilitates visit of Montenegro’s State Election Commission’s Chair to Sweden

From 9 to 12 September, the OSCE Mission to Montenegro facilitated a visit of the Chairperson of State Election Commission, Nikola Mugoša, to Sweden where he observed the 2022 Swedish parliamentary, regional and municipal elections. The Chairperson also visited the Swedish Parliament, the Election Authority, Stockholm City Hall and polling stations.

Mr. Mugoša met with representatives of election management bodies from Sweden and Norway, as well as a representative of International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance as part of the Swedish Election Authority’s International Visitors’ Programme.

“This visit was an important opportunity to observe the Swedish electoral system that has deeply in-rooted democratic values and enjoys a high level of public confidence.  It was an invaluable experience,” said the Chairperson of the Election Commission Mugoša.

He thanked the OSCE Mission for its support in strengthening the Commission’s capacities and providing opportunities to acquire new skills and exchange experiences with election administrations from other countries and institutions.

The visit was part of the Mission’s s work with the State Election Commission to enhance its capacity to administer elections in line with OSCE commitments and principles.