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Paragraph 38
 

In sum, it is recommended to consider including specific provisions in the draft law to promote gender equality. The provisions on gender equality contained in the Electoral Code may provide useful guidance in this respect. It is recommended that the draft law include in its Article 4.2 a general principle that a gender balanced representation will be encouraged (see in this regard also the recommendation included in paragraph 47 of the opinion). Article 12 of the draft law could also be supplemented by adding a reference to the need to ensure a gender balanced composition of political parties’ governing bodies.