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<p>The UK is closely monitoring the political and security situation in Malawi ahead
of fresh Presidential elections on 23 June. We have taken every opportunity to encourage
all sides to respect the rule of law, follow due process under the constitution, and
to respect the rulings of Malawi's courts. We have also urged de-escalation of inflammatory
rhetoric and peaceful campaigning from all sides. I reiterated these messages in a
phone call with Malawi's Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs on 15 May,
as did the UK Chargé d'Affaires in his meeting with President Mutharika on 11 May.</p><p>The
risks of the Covid-19 endemic have impacted the possibility for international organisations
to observe the elections, however the UK's High Commission in Lilongwe is working
closely with civil society organisations engaged in electoral observation ahead of
polling day to encourage due diligence in the electoral process.</p>
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