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Senegal Presidential Elections: UK statement

The United Kingdom has made a statement welcoming the announcement of Presidential elections in Senegal.

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A Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office spokesperson said:

The United Kingdom welcomes the announcement of Presidential elections on 24 March in accordance with the Constitutional Council decisions of 6 and 7 March. In line with Senegal’s strong democratic traditions, we urge all parties to contribute to peaceful, inclusive, and credible elections, to maintain calm and the rule of law, and to respect the fundamental freedoms of the Senegalese people.

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Published 8 March 2024