President of Republic conducts first meeting with political parties

President Taur Matan Ruak Inspecting the Military during the 20th May Celebration - Photo: Fundasaun Mahein

Dili, 30 May 2012: President of Republic, Taur Matan Ruak, today, at the Presidential Palace had the first meeting with the political parties that will compete in the upcoming Parliamentary election.

The objective of the meeting was to discuss concerns and suggestions before the campaign starts on June 5^th, 2012.

The Head of State reminded the leaders of the parties that the upcoming elections is another test for the people of Timor-Leste and so, they have to  be united and ensure the election process is smooth like the Presidential election of 2012.

President urged the leaders of the political parties to start identifying the areas of possible conflict during the campaign and also to avoid any conflict.

The President said that the population in rural areas lack  information about the election process, therefore, urged the political parties to strengthen civil education, observation, and also involve media in campaign activities.

According to the agenda of the National Election Commission, there are 18 political parties and 3 coalition parties that are ready to compete on the upcoming Parliamentary election. The campaign will be start on June 5th and last till 4th of July 2012.

Source: http://presidentetimorleste.tl/