In This Issue

Nepal's Election Commission gets local feedback

In spite of monsoon rains, the meeting room at hotel Jagadamba in Dhangadhi, a town in the far west region of Nepal bordering India, is full of animated representatives from political parties, members of civil society, the police… read more »

History Made: Angolan Legislative Elections of September 5, 2008

After a 16-year interregnum since the last elections, Angolans went to the polls to elect 220 Representatives for the National Assembly. The first and last general elections were held in September 1992,… read more »

Philippines' ARMM region holds historic elections

On August 11, 2008, the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) held its 6th election since its creation in 1989. The ARMM is the only autonomous region in the Philippines as a result of a peace pact between the Moro National Liberation Front… read more »

Summary of Findings: Revenue, Representation, and Regime in Africa

One of the most salient external influences on African politics and economy is foreign aid. According to the World Bank's African Development Indicators, in 2005, foreign aid funded 28.1% of central government expenditures in sub-Saharan Africa.… read more »

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Nepal's Post 2008 Election Stakeholder Conferences

Stakeholders gather to discuss electoral management and logistical issues from recent election.

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Featured Publication

id21 insights

This month’s issue, guest edited by IFES, explores the conduct and considerations of elections in emerging democracies. Download »

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IFES Philippines

This website provides updated information on IFES’ election related work in the Philippines.
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Key Elections

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Featured Experts

Peter Erben
Chief of Party

Topic: Nepal

Yinka Oyinlola
Chief of Party

Topic: Angola

Beverly Hagerdon Thakur
Chief of Party

Topic: Philippines

Dickson Bailey
Chief of Party

Topic: Georgia

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