21:59, 19 August 2003

Series of programs connected with presidential election is being prepared

The Center of Non-Government Organizations for Election Monitoring (CEM), the US National Democratic Institute, and the Space TV Channel proceed to the implementation of the program "Public Discussion".

As it was reported at the CEM, the project is dedicated to the presidential election expected in October. It is implemented with the financial support of the Open Society Institute (Soros Foundation). 14 television discussions are planned at the Space 14 TV channel under the common name "Here We Are".

The aim of the program is to enlighten people of their election rights, inform the audience about the candidates and their election platforms.

Expert judgments of representatives of state structures, political parties, non-government organizations, and mass media will be presented during the programs.

Source: "Newspaper 525" (Azerbaijan)