The Constitution provides for the right of peaceful assembly. Political parties organized demonstrations, rallies, and public meetings during the 1995 election campaign without significant government interference. The main opposition party was denied a parade permit several weeks before the election because the date conflicted with a parade organized by the ruling party. The main opposition party held its parade at a later date. The Constitution provides for the free exercise of religion, and religious practices are not restricted.
All groups are free to maintain links with coreligionists in other countries.
Freedom of Movement Within the Country, Foreign Travel, Emigration, and Repatriation The Government does not restrict travel within or departure from the country. No formal government policy toward refugee or asylum requests exists. The Right of Citizens to Change Their Government Citizens are free to change their government by peaceful means. A vigorous multiparty political system exists in which political parties are free to conduct their activities. Periodic elections are held in which all citizens 18 years of age and older may register and vote by secret ballot.