Global Election Updates
7 articles from 6 countries
South Korea's ruling party faces internal conflict after an election victory, while a tabulation error marred results for the North Jeolla education chief. In Peru, the presidential race tightens, and Nigeria cleared four parties for a senatorial by-election.
Taiwan opposition mayor echoes no-confidence call, boosting election hopes
- Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen followed up on Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's call for a no-confidence vote against the government, urging voters to cast a protest vote in local elections. - Party insiders believe the repeated calls for a no-confidence vote by Lu and Chiang have boosted the opposition's election prospects and suppressed the ruling party's momentum. - While the opposition aims to use t…
South Korean lawmaker alleges widespread voter data manipulation in last presidential election
- Opposition lawmaker Joo Jin-woo claims that voter turnout data was intentionally falsified in 109 polling stations during the last presidential election. - He presented evidence of unusual increases…
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Identity politics being played for election wins, says Amanah president
- The president of the Amanah Party claims identity politics and narrow sentiments are being manipulated for election victories, mirroring trends in Europe. - He argues this narrative, which stokes fe…
West Java KNPI Election Poised for Acclamation with Single Candidate
- The Regional Leadership Election (Musda) XVI for the Indonesian Youth National Committee (KNPI) in West Java is likely to proceed by acclamation. - Only one candidate, Bayu Umbara, met all the requi…
Lewis says he won’t run for office until the NDP is ‘ready’ for a general election
- NDP Leader Avi Lewis will not run for a seat in the House of Commons until the party is fully prepared for a general election. - Lewis is focusing on preparing the NDP nationwide for future election…
Osun election: INEC conducts mock accreditation, confirms BVAS readiness
- Nigeria's electoral commission conducted a mock accreditation exercise for the upcoming Osun governorship election. - The commission expressed satisfaction with the performance of the Bimodal Voter …
Malaysia's Ruling Coalition Faces Pressure for Early General Election Amidst Political Tensions
- Speculation is rife that Malaysia's 16th General Election (PRU-16) could be held this year, despite the current government's term extending until November 2027. - Political analysts suggest that an …
