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france24.comSouth African Impeachment Committee to Hold First Meeting on President Scandal
Parliament scheduled the first meeting of an impeachment committee for Monday to examine allegations involving the president. The session follows a Constitutional Court decision this month that revived the process.
The Japan TimesJapan Parliament Report Considers Adopting Former Male Royals
Parliament leaders are preparing recommendations to address the shrinking size of Japan’s imperial family. One proposal under review would allow the adoption of former male royals from abolished princely houses.
SemaforSenegal Parliament Elects Ousted Prime Minister as Speaker
Senegal's National Assembly elected Ousmane Sonko as speaker on Tuesday, four days after President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed him as prime minister. The move hands Sonko control of a chamber dominated by his Pastef party while the country faces a debt burden of 132 percent o…
order-order.comMPs Urge Earlier £250 Cap on Leasehold Ground Rents
A parliamentary committee recommended moving the planned annual ground rent cap forward by one year. The government has said the measure is expected in late 2028.
mg.co.zaGhana Nutrition Experts Urge Parliament to Fund Malnutrition Commitments
Nutrition experts called on Ghana's Parliament to meet international nutrition pledges and add therapeutic foods to the national insurance scheme. The appeal came at a roundtable in Accra organized by a non-governmental group.
france24.comUganda Parliament Elects Jacob Oboth Speaker of 12th Parliament
Uganda's Parliament held a vote on Tuesday to choose the Speaker of the 12th Parliament. Jacob Oboth received 441 votes, defeating Paul Mwiru and Norbert Mao.
france24.comUganda Legislators Gather to Elect New Speaker and Deputy Speaker
Members of Uganda's 12th Parliament began arriving at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds on May 25, 2026, for their first formal sitting. The session will select replacements for the outgoing Speaker and Deputy Speaker.
EuronewsCypriots Vote for 56 MPs in Parliamentary Election
More than 568,000 registered voters are casting ballots at 1,217 polling stations in Cyprus and abroad. The election will determine the composition of the House of Representatives for the next five years.
focustaiwan.twTaipei Rally Backs Higher Defense Spending After Parliament Cuts Request
Hundreds gathered in Taipei to support increased military funding. Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament approved two-thirds of the amount President Lai Ching-te requested.
The BbcCounting begins in two Irish by-elections for vacant seats
Vote counting started Saturday in Dublin Central and Galway West after polls closed Friday. The contests will fill two seats in the Irish parliament.
citizen.co.zaBritish MP Reports Death of Pet Tarantula Kept in Parliament
A Conservative member of Parliament said his pet tarantula died after living for years on his desk in the Houses of Parliament and Ministry of Defence. The spider had reached roughly 11 years old.
The IndependentGreen MP Announces Leave of Absence for Health Recovery
A Green MP stated she will take several weeks off parliamentary duties after receiving medical advice for burnout and persistent health issues. Her constituency office will continue normal operations during the absence.
channel4.comSpeaker Lindsay Hoyle rebukes Chancellor Rachel Reeves for policy announcement on TikTok
Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle told Chancellor Rachel Reeves that important policy announcements must first be made to Parliament. The rebuke followed Reeves posting videos on TikTok before informing MPs.
tass.comIsrael's Knesset Votes for Early National Elections
Israel's parliament voted unanimously to hold early national elections. The decision follows disputes over military conscription for ultra-Orthodox men and other domestic issues. Primary dates under discussion include September 1, September 15, and October 27.
The Japan TimesJapan Lower House Passes Bill to Create Disaster Management Agency
The House of Representatives approved legislation on Tuesday to establish a new agency under the Cabinet that will coordinate disaster prevention and response. The bill now moves to the upper chamber for further review before the current parliamentary session ends in July.
sofiaglobe.comOutgoing Speaker Withdraws From Uganda Parliament Race
A tweet posted on X indicates that the outgoing Speaker of Parliament has withdrawn from the race for the position in the 12th Parliament. The announcement follows a weekend raid on her homes as part of an ongoing corruption investigation.
BBC NewsKing Charles III Delivers King's Speech at State Opening of Parliament
King Charles III outlined the government's legislative plans for the year ahead during the State Opening of Parliament. BBC News reported that uncertainty over the prime minister's leadership overshadowed the event. Shortly afterward, allies of the health secretary told the BBC t…
nypost.comKing Charles III Outlines UK Government's Legislative Agenda
King Charles III delivered the speech from the throne outlining the government's plans for the new parliamentary session. The address occurred during a formal ceremony at the Palace of Westminster. The event took place amid internal party uncertainty facing the current UK prime m…
asiaone.comTaiwan Parliament Approves Extra Defense Spending Below Government Request
Taiwan's parliament has approved additional defense funding that falls short of the amount sought by the government. The decision comes amid ongoing tensions with China. Lawmakers allocated resources for military improvements but at a reduced level from what officials proposed.
winnipegfreepress.comExplosion Occurs at Dutch Political Party Office in The Hague
An explosion took place at the headquarters of Democrats 66, the largest party in the Dutch parliament. Police said a suspect was arrested following the incident in central The Hague. Officials described the event as involving a device made of fireworks.
jpost.comUganda's Parliament Passes Sovereignty Bill After Contentious Debate
President Museveni congratulated NRM MPs for approving the legislation after amendments to contentious clauses. The bill, which generated widespread debate, now awaits presidential assent. Museveni cited historical foreign interference in Uganda to defend the measure.
azernews.azSingapore Parliament Passes Motion Declaring AI Transition Must Not Produce Jobless Growth
Singapore’s parliament voted unanimously to affirm that the country will not tolerate jobless growth as artificial intelligence transforms its economy. The motion, reported by CNA, underscores a unified policy stance amid global concerns over technology-driven unemployment. Lawma…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUkraine's Parliament Extends Martial Law Until August 2
Ukraine's parliament has approved an extension of martial law through August 2. This extension maintains the existing ban on elections and continues mobilization efforts for an additional 90 days. The measure supports ongoing enforcement activities related to conscription.
apnews.comIran Parliament Media Office Denies Reports of Speaker's Resignation from Negotiating Team
The media office of Iran's Parliament has denied reports that the parliament speaker resigned as head of the negotiating team. No new round of talks has been scheduled yet. This comes amid ongoing discussions related to negotiations, though specific details remain unclear.
israelnationalnews.comIranian Official Confirms Parliament Speaker Qalibaf Remains in Position Amid Resignation Rumors
An Iranian parliamentary official rejected circulating rumors that Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf has resigned as speaker. Eiman Shamsaei stated Qalibaf remains actively engaged in his duties. The denial attributed the rumors to efforts aimed at disturbing public opinion.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewCanadian Parliament Approves Annette Ryan as Fourth Parliamentary Budget Officer
Canada's parliament has approved Annette Ryan's appointment as the country's fourth parliamentary budget officer. The role serves as an independent watchdog of government finances. The approval occurred on Tuesday, marking a key transition in fiscal oversight.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewHungarian Election Partial Results Forecast Tisza Party to Secure 132 Seats in 199-Seat Parliament
Partial results from Hungary's parliamentary election, with 29.2% of ballots tallied, forecast the Tisza Party to secure 132 seats in the 199-seat parliament. The forecast comes from the National Election Office. These results are based on early vote counts and may change as more…