Press Statement
Mark C. Toner
Deputy Department of State Spokesperson
Washington, DC
March 24, 2016
The United States takes note of the presidential election results
announced by the Minister of Interior in the Republic of Congo.
Pending the proclamation of the definitive results by the
Constitutional Court, we appeal to all candidates and their supporters
to remain calm. The United States expects any challenge to the results
to be done in accordance with the Republic of Congo’s laws and calls
upon the Constitutional Court to act with independence, impartiality,
and accountability to the citizens of the Republic of Congo.
The United
States remains concerned about the transparency and credibility of the
electoral process, including reports of irregularities, and the
prolonged communications blackout.
In the wake of the March 23 assault on journalists from Le Monde and
Agence France-Presse, we also call upon the Government of the Republic
of Congo to ensure respect for freedom of expression, assembly, and
movement, and we urge security forces to remain professional and
continue to exercise restraint.
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