Minister for Digital Transformation Stefan Andonovski stated the importance of ensuring the right to vote for the diaspora. He indicated that there is a timeframe of up to three years to explore and implement necessary measures to address this issue for members of the diaspora. Andonovski referenced an upcoming amendment to the Electoral Law designed to facilitate online voting for registered individuals holding Macedonian passports who reside abroad.
He specified that the implementation of this provision is scheduled for 2029. Consequently, he stated that within the next three years, a functional system would be prepared to accommodate this capability for the diaspora. The comments underscore the government’s commitment, as articulated by Andonovski, to updating electoral procedures to better accommodate citizens living outside of Macedonia.
The proposed online voting mechanism aims to provide a more accessible method for diaspora members to participate in the democratic process. This planned amendment to the Electoral Law represents a significant procedural change. According to Andonovski, the preparation and rollout of this system are structured around the 2029 timeline, providing a clear development roadmap.
The focus remains on establishing a reliable and secure digital platform that allows the diaspora to exercise their voting rights.
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