CEC Greenlights Initiative Group to Proceed with Referendum in Abkhazia

SUKHUM / AQW'A ― The Central Election Commission (CEC) of the Republic of Abkhazia has given the green light to an initiative group to proceed with the conduct of a referendum, as reported by the news agency “Apsnypress”.

The initiative was spearheaded by “Aiaaira” (“Victory”), an organization composed of veterans and citizens of Abkhazia. The group, boasting a roster of 36 members, aims to prompt a referendum.

Central to the referendum is the question: “Do you consider it necessary to hold early presidential elections in the Republic of Abkhazia?”

In accordance with the laws of Abkhazia, the prerogative to call for a referendum is vested in the president, and referendums are generally held to present proposals concerning issues of paramount state importance.

Having secured registration, the initiative group now faces a two-month timeframe to amass at least 10,000 signatures. Subsequent to this, the CEC will vet the signature collection process for compliance. If the requirements are met, the commission will forward the documents to the leadership of Abkhazia for further consideration.