Comoros operates as a federal presidential republic and holds elections to determine its political representatives. Here is some information about the election system in Comoros:
- Presidential Elections: The President of Comoros is elected through a direct popular vote. Presidential elections are typically held every five years. To win in the first round, a candidate must secure an absolute majority (50%+1) of the votes. If no candidate achieves this majority, a second round is held between the top two candidates.
- Legislative Elections: The Parliament of Comoros is the legislative body of the country and consists of two chambers: the Assembly of the Union and the Assembly of each island. Members of the Assembly of the Union are elected through direct popular vote, while members of the Assembly of each island are elected from their respective islands. The electoral system varies for each chamber, with some seats allocated through a majority system and others through proportional representation.
- Electoral Process: The Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) of Comoros is responsible for organizing and overseeing elections in the country. It ensures the transparency and fairness of the electoral process, including voter registration, candidate nomination, and the counting of votes. International observers may be invited to monitor the elections.
- Voter Eligibility: Comorian citizens who are at least 18 years old have the right to vote. Voter registration is required, and citizens must be included in the electoral roll to participate in elections. Eligible voters can cast their ballots at designated polling stations within their respective constituencies.
