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Electoral/Political Party Reform: Ohrid Agreement

Implementations

Electoral/Political Party Reform – 2001

Some constitutional reforms as stipulated in the 2001 framework agreement took place in 2001. However, constitutional reform or laws related to electoral districts did not take place.

Electoral/Political Party Reform – 2002

On 14 June 2002, Macedonia’s parliament approved two new election laws related to voting procedures and minority rights. According to constitutional reforms, deputies in the 120-seat Macedonian parliament will be elected by voters choosing from among parties rather than individual candidates. The reform also revised the ballot by allowing the use of Macedonian and Albanian flag symbols to differentiate between parties. The legislative changes also divide Macedonia into six election regions rather than 120.

Electoral/Political Party Reform – 2003

Laws related to electoral districts were passed in 2002 suggesting the implementation of the framework agreement.