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"The EMB should work transparently, efficiently and professionally and will be expected to administer the electoral process so that it is conducted fairly, impartially and in accordance with national laws and international standards for elections."

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EU: Handbook for European Union Election Observation, Second Edition, p. 36

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Handbook for European Union Election Observation, Second Edition

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The state should establish an independent and impartial election body.
The composition of the election commission can vary, but the principles of independence and impartiality should be upheld.