Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on presidential elections in Mauritania The Secretary-General calls on all stakeholders to ensure that the polls are conducted in a peaceful and credible manner NEW YORK, United States of America, June 21, 2019/APO Group/ -- On the eve of the presidential election in Mauritania, the Secretary-General encourages the Mauritanian people to exercise their right to vote. This election is an important step in the country’s democratic process. The Secretary-General calls on all stakeholders to ensure that the polls are conducted in a peaceful and credible manner. He further urges them to resolve any disputes that may arise through established legal channels. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Nations - Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.