Syrian presidential election, 1999

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Presidential elections were held in Syria on 10 February 1999.[1] There was only one candidate, Hafez al-Assad, with voters asked to approve or reject his candicacy. A reported 100% of voters voted in favour, with a turnout of 98.5%.[2]

Results

Choice Votes %
Hafez al-Assad 8,960,011 100
Against 219 0.0
Invalid/blank votes 917 -
Total 8,961,147 100
Source: Nohlen et al

References

  1. ^ Nohlen, D, Grotz, F & Hartmann, C (2001) Elections in Asia: A data handbook, Volume I, p221 ISBN 019924958
  2. ^ Nohlen, D, Grotz, F & Hartmann, C (2001) Elections in Asia: A data handbook, Volume I, p228 ISBN 019924958