The Central Election Commission (CEC) Chair Giorgi Kalandarishvili and Deputy Chair Giorgi Sharabidze discussed the 26 October elections with representatives from the National Democratic Institute (NDI) observation mission.

During the meeting, Giorgi Kalandarishvili provided a detailed overview of key issues related to Election Day and the post-election period. He also addressed election disputes, court hearings, accusations against the institution, disinformation campaigns, and the conclusion and findings in the third and the final audit report released by the American company PRO V&V.

The parties also discussed the preliminary report from the international monitoring organization, which positively assessed the administration"s work and technological measures in the voting process.

“The election administration continues to actively engage with international organizations. Since October 26, we have held numerous meetings with international and diplomatic representatives to provide verified information on the administration’s activities and current issues. Following every election, the administration reviews reports released by the international organizations. Analyzing and considering this information, where possible, will positively impact the election environment. In today’s meeting, we reviewed the NDI observation mission’s preliminary report, discussed their recommendations and findings in detail. Notably, the organization has positively evaluated several actions taken by the administration on Election Day”, - said Giorgi Kalandarishvili.

The NDI monitored the October 26 parliamentary elections across Georgia. The organization’s representatives thanked the election administration for its proactive cooperation. The meeting was held at the CEC, attended by observation mission representatives Natasha Rothchild, Rishi Datta, and Robert Bistritzky.