MOSCOW, September 24. /TASS/. Russia’s electoral system can be rightfully considered to be among the world’s best, because it is based on strict compliance with the interests of country and its people and its procedures are clear and transparent, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday.
"In essence, we are celebrating the 30th anniversary of Russia’s entire electoral system this year," Putin said in a video address to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Russian Central Election Commission (CEC). "It is rightfully considered to be one of the best in the world, since it is based on election procedures which are clear and transparent for citizens, on strict compliance with the standards of election legislation, protection of national interests, Russia’s sovereignty and free expression of its citizens’ will."
Putin emphasized that It is the people who are the source of power in Russia and define its national development path. "I would like to stress that the Central Election Commission deserves great credit for asserting the most important constitutional right of our citizens - to elect and be elected," the Russian leader added.
In his address, Putin also highlighted the commission’s awareness-building efforts to help people understand the importance of elections and each citizen’s participation.
"You also work together with Russian political parties, representatives of civil society and your colleagues abroad, and make a significant contribution to socio-political dialogue and stability," he added.
Russia’s supreme election authority, the Central Election Commission, was founded on September 24, 1993, through a decree issued by then President Boris Yeltsin.