The campaign for the initial ballot took place in an atmosphere of calm. The second ballot campaign became more violent, largely thanks to the presidential camp. Cristian Preda, Member of the European Parliament, was Chief Observer.

The observers were deployed throughout the country. They met government and electoral officials, candidates and political parties, civil society representatives and the media.

• Preliminary statement after the first round [319 KB]
• Preliminary statement after the second round [453 KB]
• Final Report [3 MB]
• Statement by HR Ashton [78 KB]
• Press release announcing the final report [202 KB]
• Download pictures of the mission [16 MB]