Jerusalem: Expectations are high for the first Palestinian elections in 15 years, United Nations (UN) Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Tor Wennesland told a virtual meeting of the UN Security Council on Thursday.
Speaking from Jerusalem, the UN special envoy urged international support for the process.
"The successful completion of inclusive Palestinian elections is a critical step toward renewing democratic legitimacy of the Palestinian Government," he said.
"These elections should also pave the way to uniting Gaza and the West Bank under a single, legitimate national authority, which would be an important step towards reconciliation and could advance Middle East peace," he added.
According to him, Preparations continue for the Palestinian Legislative Council elections set for May 22.
The UN has been supporting the electoral process, engaging regularly with parties and with the Central Elections Committee (CEC).
"Since my last briefing, a growing number of young people are expected to participate in shaping their political future and having the opportunity to vote for the first time," he said.
"To date, the CEC has performed its duties with professionalism and integrity, enhancing trust in the electoral process," he added.
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