Invited by the Turkish authorities to observe the local elections held throughout the country on 31 March, the Council of Europe’s Congress of Local and Regional Authorities presented its preliminary findings during a press conference that took place in Ankara on 1 April.
“Election Day was, overall, calm and organised in a professional manner, with a high turnout [78.5%] showing a strong commitment [on the part] of citizens to democratic processes”, stated David Eray (EPP/CCE) of...