IN response to a formal invitation by the Government of Guyana, the High Representative / Vice President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas has approved the deployment of an EU Election Observation Mission (EOM) to observe the General and Regional Elections scheduled for 1 September, 2025.
According to a press release, the High Representative has appointed Robert BIEDROŃ, Member of the European Parliament, as Chief Observer.
The Chief Observer Mr BIEDROŃ, declared: “I am very honoured to lead the European Union Election Observation Mission to Guyana. These General & Regional Elections in September will be an important moment for Guyana to demonstrate its continued commitment to credible and peaceful democratic processes.
“At this pivotal time of economic transformation, upholding democratic principles and human rights is especially important and Guyana has the opportunity to continue setting a strong example.”
The EU EOM said it will provide a comprehensive, independent and impartial assessment of the electoral process based on international and regional standards for democratic elections.
The EU EOM will comprise different groups of observers. The core team will consist of nine election experts, scheduled to arrive in Guyana on August 23, 2025.
Some 14 long-term observers will join the mission at the beginning of August and will be deployed across the country.
Closer to election day, thereafter, 20 short-term observers will join the mission, as will locally recruited observers from the accredited diplomatic community.
In line with the EU methodology on election observation, the mission will issue a preliminary statement and conduct a press conference in Georgetown shortly after the elections.
A comprehensive final report, including recommendations to improve future electoral processes, will be prepared and shared with all relevant stakeholders after the conclusion of the entire electoral process.