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constitutional reform
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sabcnews.compolitics12 days ago
Senegal Parliament Approves Constitutional Reforms Limiting Presidential Powers
Senegal's parliament passed constitutional changes that expand legislative authority and restrict presidential powers. The government said the measures will go to a national referendum. Protests occurred outside the building during the vote.
France 24politics13 days ago
Senegal president to call referendum on constitutional reform
Senegal's president will call a referendum on a proposed constitutional amendment that would strengthen the power of parliament and the prime minister. The National Assembly backed the reform earlier in the day.
thezimbabwemail.compolitics18 days ago
Zimbabwe Senate Approves Constitutional Amendment Bill
The Senate passed the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill on Wednesday with 75 votes in favor, four against and one abstention. The measure now awaits presidential assent before it can become law.
Al Jazeerapolitics20 days ago
Hungary's parliament passes constitutional changes limiting prime-minister terms and abolishing the Sovereignty Protection Office
Hungary's parliament approved term limits for prime ministers and other reforms on June 15. Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced anti-corruption measures and proposed removing the president. The changes aim to meet EU conditions for releasing frozen funds.
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South Korea President Proposes Constitutional Reform of Election Commission After Ballot Shortages Disrupted Voting
President Lee Jae Myung urged a constitutional amendment to overhaul the National Election Commission after ballot shortages disrupted voting at 26 polling stations during the June 3 local elections.
citizen.co.zaworld28 days ago
South African Group Seeks Constitutional Changes and NGO Oversight
South Africans for Constitutional Reform collected over 30,000 signatures and raised more than 500,000 rand to pursue court action over constitutional submissions. The campaign publicly emphasizes limits on foreigners' access to services while also proposing state oversight of NG…
bbc.co.ukpolitics52 days ago
18th Century British Reforms Offer Perspective on Modern Governance
The Atlantic examined parallels between late-18th-century Britain and current U.S. political structures. The article compared executive power, legislative representation, and reform efforts across the two periods.
themarketherald.com.auworld60 days ago
Zimbabwe Moves to Merge Gender Commission into Human Rights Commission
The UN Working Group on discrimination against women and girls sent a formal communication to Zimbabwe questioning Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, which would dissolve the Zimbabwe Gender Commission. Cabinet approved the bill on 10 February 2026. The group conducted a countr…
The Boston Globepolitics65 days ago
Anti-War Protests Grow in Japan Over Shift From Pacifist Policies
Demonstrations opposing military expansion have occurred in every prefecture since February, drawing tens of thousands of participants who object to arms export changes and long-range missile deployments. The protests target the prime minister's moves to strengthen defense ties a…
The Independentai66 days ago
Greece Proposes Constitutional Amendment Requiring AI to Serve Human Society
The Greek government outlined proposed constitutional changes that would mandate artificial intelligence serve human society and protect individual freedoms. Officials also proposed expanding postal voting, increasing mandatory schooling and banning retroactive taxation. The leng…
upi.comworld67 days ago
North Korea Revises Constitution to Define South as Separate State and Claims Its Territory
Seoul's spy agency told lawmakers that Pyongyang's March constitutional revision removed hostile language toward the South while codifying a two-state stance. The document defines the North's territory as extending south to the border with South Korea. Yonhap reported the assessm…
france24.comworld67 days ago
Congo President Says Elections Cannot Be Held in 2028 Without Ending Eastern Conflict
Congo's president stated that the country will be unable to organize elections after his term expires in December 2028 unless the conflict in the east is resolved. He made the remarks during a televised address that also covered deportations from the United States. The president…
France 24politics68 days ago
Japan PM Takaichi Calls for Constitution Revisions Amid Nationwide Protests
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi advocated for advanced discussions on revising the country's pacifist constitution during a visit to Vietnam, citing the need to address current security demands. Nationwide protests on May 3 drew large crowds opposing changes, particularly…
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japantoday.compolitics69 days ago
Japanese PM Takaichi Meets Australian PM; Protesters Rally Against Constitutional Changes
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held talks with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Canberra, focusing on energy security and defense cooperation. The low-key visit followed large protests in Japan against proposed revisions to the country's pacifist constitution…
csmonitor.comworld79 days ago
Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi Pushes for Constitutional Reform Amid Defense Shifts
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is advocating for revisions to the country's postwar constitution to recognize its Self-Defense Forces. This effort comes amid increased defense spending and partnerships in response to regional threats. Public opinion remains divided on the…