In a video interview with News.Az, Dmitry Solonnikov, a Russian political analyst and international observer from Russia, shared his insights on the results of the parliamentary elections in Azerbaijan. He emphasized that the voting process was conducted fairly, openly, and competitively, without any bias towards specific candidates or parties. According to Solonnikov, the results are fully legitimate and accurately reflect the will of the Azerbaijani people.
Solonnikov highlighted several noteworthy aspects of the election. One significant point was that, for the first time, elections were held across the entire sovereign territory of Azerbaijan, underscoring the widespread public support for the ongoing developments in the country. This support was clearly reflected in the election results, particularly favoring the ruling party, “New Azerbaijan,” which has been associated with recent victories and fulfilled promises.
Comparing this year’s two election campaigns, Solonnikov observed that presidential elections tend to attract more interest than parliamentary ones, …