The work should not stop because of the upcoming elections." Sedir Jafarov does not see meetings with the population as early propaganda. According to the president, since the beginning of the year he has been traveling around the country, listening to people's problems and monitoring the work of government agencies. "I act in accordance with the law and fulfill my duties. The powers of the president elected by popular vote continue until the newly elected one is sworn in," Jafarov said in an interview with Supercag. He added that he did not encourage anyone to vote for him. "If in meetings with the population I would say: "Vote for me, and if I am elected I will do something", then there would be room to talk about a campaign. I am well aware of the requirements of the law and comply with them. I have no intention of creating obstacles for other candidates or putting pressure on anyone," said the head of state. Jafarov said that the trips to the regions will end in November. The campaign period for the upcoming presidential elections will begin on December 23.