elections
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Fiji’s September local elections: first in 21 years, 141 councillors to be elected as youths urged to participate
Fiji’s local government elections return this September after 21 years, with a clear focus on energizing young voters. Ward-based councils promise a closer link to everyday services, and officials are urging first-time voters to consider how they could shape local development.
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National Rally bets on symbolic wins in France’s municipal vote, Marseille in focus
France’s municipal elections are shaping up as a spotlight for the far-right and a test for traditional parties ahead of the presidential race. From Marseille to Toulon, security-focused campaigns and shifting local alliances are turning local contests into a broader indicator of national momentum.