United Nations Radio

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called for the conduct of a peaceful electoral process in Bolivia this weekend.

UN Spokeswoman Michele Montas says the Secretary-General is closely following political developments in Bolivia, in particular regarding the recall referendum to be held on Sunday 10 August on the mandates of the President and Vice-President as well as those of eight regional authorities (prefectos):

"In the interest of strengthening democracy and human rights in Bolivia, the Secretary-General calls on all political and social actors to ensure a peaceful climate throughout the electoral process and its aftermath."

The Secretary-General reaffirms the commitment of the United Nations System to work with the Government and society as a whole towards generating an environment of tolerance, respect and dialogue in Bolivia.

This is Donn Bobb reporting for United Nations Radio.

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