The former became a neutral state, non-aligned with any political bloc.

They are scattered across different political blocs, however, making it hard for them to punch their weight.

Neither of the candidates who now go through to the runoff belong to one of the two political blocs that have governed the country since 1963.

Of the elected members, two distinct political blocs emerged.

To this end, formalised parties were formed by the main political blocs, so as to increase their bargaining power in the negotiations.