Lukashenko: Belarus' election legislation complies with international principles

MINSK (BelTA) – Belarus' election legislation complies with international principles, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko said at the session held on 24 May to discuss the preparations for the elections to the House of Representatives and the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly of the sixth convocation, BelTA has learned.

The head of state emphasized that “Belarus' legislation complies with international principles and takes into account the national electoral rules and traditions.” “We take it for granted and, consequently, keep silent sometimes. However, there is no place for modesty on this issue. We need to talk about it,” the head of state noted. Alexander Lukashenko voiced his opinion regarding the coverage of the election campaign. “There should not be any secrets from anyone,” he said.