The recent mayoral elections in Himare, southern Albania, were marred by allegations of government manipulation in favor of candidate Vangjel Tavo, including intimidation tactics aimed at ethnic Greek businessmen who had previously supported jailed former mayor Fredi Beleri.
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Greek minority complaints about voter suppression and tampered voter lists have cast serious doubts on the integrity of the repeat municipal elections in Himare, Albania. Issues include thousands being unable to vote due to expired ID cards, raising concerns over democratic standards and European principles.
Preliminary results show Albania’s governing Socialist Party candidate Vangjel Tavo has won the mayoral election in the southwestern town of Himara.