Heads of missions in Malawi have called for calm; respect of rule of law as High Court considers the next phase of the electoral process. Below reads the statement:

“We call on all Malawians, particularly political leaders and their supporters, to exercise calm and restraint as the High Court considers the next phase of the electoral process. We highlight the commitments made by all political leaders in the 10 May Lilongwe Peace Declaration. Going forward, we urge all parties, citizens and authorities to respect the legal and constitutional process, rise above personal and party interest and ensure Malawi’s reputation for stability and peace continues.”

Signed Head of Missions:

Australian High Commission
British High Commission
Canadian High Commission
Delegation of the European Union
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
Embassy of Ireland
Embassy of Japan
Embassy of the United States of America
Royal Norwegian Embassy