This chapter includes the most important changes of the new Code: the reform of the system of Election Commissions (EC). It contains extensive provisions on the organisation and functions of the commissions in charge of elections, appropriately operating at three levels, namely a Central Election Commission (CEC), District Election Commissions (DECs) and Precinct Election Commissions (PECs). The provisions appear to constitute a successful response to the recommendations made in the reference materials and represent a significant reform enhancing the capacity for professionality and neutrality which may be expected from these essential institutions.
