Honduras's Supreme Electoral Tribunal Guarantees Transparent Elections

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, Oct. 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, upon returning to Tegucigalpa from a visit to Washington D.C., Honduras's Supreme Electoral Tribunal President David Matamoros confirmed that the Tribunal is gearing up for a transparent and free Honduran national election on November 26.

"The Supreme Electoral Tribunal plays an integral role in safeguarding the integrity of our nation's elections," Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández said. "I look forward to a free and fair vote next month."

Matamoros called on all political parties to reflect on how to make this election run smoothly and emphasized that all votes count equally. A vote from the rich is as valid as a vote from the working class, he said. He also called for unwavering respect for candidates and the media.

During his visit to Washington DC, Matamoros met with representatives from the Organization of American States (OAS) and the U.S. State Department. During these meetings, Supreme Electoral Tribunal magistrates guaranteed full transparency. An OAS mission will visit Honduras to oversee the technical aspects of the election.

"Our election will adhere to the highest international democratic standards," President Hernández said. "We are grateful to the OAS and the European Union for their assistance as we work to ensure a free and fair Honduran election."

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SOURCE Republic of Honduras