CEC discussed issues related to early election process

On October 5, 2021, a press briefing was held as part of the regular meeting of the Central Election Commission.

The briefing for local and foreign media provided detailed information on some issues.

In particular, the focus was on the issue of early voting.

It was noted that according to article 57 of the Electoral Code, a voter who is unable to be at his place of residence on election day has the right to early voting. Early voting begins ten days before the elections and ends three days before the elections.

Also, according to the code, early voting in densely populated areas by voters in foreign countries can be held at the voter's place of residence in accordance with international treaties of the Republic of Uzbekistan and agreements with authorized state bodies of foreign states.

In addition, the CEC announced the number of registered foreign observers. Today there are 224 observers.
Currently, 1334 representatives of local media and 146 representatives of foreign media are accredited.