Congratulating People of Lesotho on Elections, Secretary-General Deems Success ‘Important Step’ in Country’s Return to Political Normalcy

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:

The Secretary-General congratulates the people of Lesotho on the peaceful conduct of the parliamentary elections on 28 February.

The Secretary-General commends the work of the Independent Electoral Commission of Lesotho in preparing for the elections, as well as the Southern African Development Community, which has led efforts to peacefully resolve political challenges in the country.  The successful completion of this process will be an important step in Lesotho’s return to political normalcy.

The Secretary-General reaffirms the readiness of the United Nations to continue to support efforts in Lesotho to consolidate democracy and advance justice and development for the benefit of all the people of the country.