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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Direct Defense Against the Constitutional Complaint’ Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae... Did It Follow the ‘Plan’ of the Yang Seung-taek Judicial Scandal Documents?

The South Korean National Assembly is on the brink of passing an amendment that allows constitutional complaints against court rulings, which has sparked significant bureaucratic resistance led by Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae.

Feb 26 • 08:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Republicans President says he warned Motta against ending the 6x1: 'Too much leisure is harmful'

Marcos Pereira, the President of the Republicans, expressed concerns to Chamber President Hugo Motta about a constitutional amendment that would abolish the 6x1 work schedule, arguing it would undermine Brazilian competitiveness.

Feb 26 • 07:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu urges senators to amend constitution for state police

President Bola Tinubu has called for constitutional amendments to establish State Police in Nigeria to better address security issues.

Feb 25 • 21:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Coming Soon: STF judges the legality of additional payments for civil servants

The STF is set to review the legality of additional payments made to civil servants, amid discussions of a constitutional amendment allowing payments beyond salary caps.

Feb 25 • 17:40 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Agnė Širinskienė: the amendment regarding the prohibition of 'filibusters' may be unconstitutional

Agnė Širinskienė expresses concerns that an amendment banning filibustering could violate constitutional rights in Lithuania.

Feb 25 • 12:42 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Detailed Report on House of Representatives Questions: Prime Minister Takai Takes Responsibility for Sudden Dissolution

During a session in the House of Representatives, Prime Minister Sanae Takai expressed regret over the sudden dissolution of the House, amid critical questioning from party leaders regarding various political issues.

Feb 24 • 10:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabweans Abroad Dismiss Ziyambi's Claim That Diaspora Voting Depends On Constitutional Amendment

The Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative refutes Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi's assertion that constitutional amendments are necessary for diaspora voting, claiming the right is already guaranteed under the Constitution.

Feb 24 • 05:20 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Motta will prioritize the amendment even if the government sends its own project about the end of the 6x1 schedule

Hugo Motta, president of the Chamber of Deputies in Brazil, announced that he will prioritize a constitutional amendment regarding the 6x1 work schedule, regardless of any project proposed by the government.

Feb 23 • 18:36 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Amendment to the National Referendum Act Advances to the Judicial Committee... The First Step for Constitutional Vote

The amendment procedure for the National Referendum Act, a prerequisite for constitutional reform, gained momentum in the National Assembly on the 23rd, raising prospects for a vote before the ongoing February session ends.

Feb 23 • 13:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Reporter of the Security PEC studies limiting sentence progression for those convicted of femicide

Brazilian Congressman Mendonça Filho is considering limiting or eliminating the sentence progression rights for individuals convicted of femicide as part of a constitutional amendment proposal.

Feb 23 • 11:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] Amendment to the National Referendum Act Passes the Ministry of the Interior and Safety Committee... Allows for Constitutional Amendments Voting

An amendment to the National Referendum Act that allows for voting on constitutional amendments has passed the South Korean National Assembly's Ministry of the Interior and Safety Committee.

Feb 23 • 02:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Motta says that the rapporteur for the 6x1 scale in the CCJ will be appointed at the beginning of the week

Hugo Motta, president of the Chamber of Deputies in Brazil, announced that a rapporteur for the proposed constitutional amendment on work hours will be appointed early this week.

Feb 22 • 23:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Constitutional Committee Gives Green Light to the Amendment of the Conscription Act

The Constitutional Committee of Finland supports the government's proposal to amend the Conscription Act, stating that there are no constitutional obstacles to the changes.

Feb 20 • 10:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

President's Decision on Lex Huawei

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has signed an amendment to the Cybersecurity Act, which will take effect in one month but has also been sent for constitutional scrutiny.

Feb 19 • 16:34 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Former Member of Parliament: Election Rumors Shift Focus from Politics to Timing. It Is Time for a Constitutional Amendment

The article discusses how election speculation in Denmark has begun to overshadow actual political discourse, highlighting calls for changes within the constitutional electoral process.

Feb 19 • 00:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi Shows Ambition for Constitutional Amendment: Attitude Toward Discussions in a "One-Strong National Assembly" is Questioned

Prime Minister Takaichi expressed her intent to push for constitutional amendments and highlighted the need for serious discussions in the National Assembly during her first press conference as the newly elected Prime Minister of Japan.

Feb 18 • 15:29 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: War Vets Seek to Block 'Self Serving' Constitutional Amendment

Six war veterans in Zimbabwe are challenging a proposed constitutional amendment that they claim would extend the President's time in office and violate democratic principles.

Feb 17 • 04:55 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: FORUS Warns of 'Assault On the Republic' As Term-Extension Bill Fuels Backlash

The opposition FORUS party in Zimbabwe warns that a proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill extending presidential terms threatens the nation's constitutional order and democracy.

Feb 16 • 14:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Constitutional Amendment That the Market Needs

A recent discussion regarding constitutional amendments in Greece highlights the need to address economic barriers affecting growth and productivity.

Feb 16 • 09:42 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: UZA Cries Foul Over 'Power-Grab' Constitutional Amendment

The United Zimbabwe Alliance (UZA) is opposing a proposed constitutional amendment that would extend presidential terms and transfer power from citizens to legislators.

Feb 16 • 08:24 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Concerns Already for Junya Ogawa, Leader of Centrist Reform Union? Local Councilors Find Constitutional Amendment Statements 'Unthinkable'

Local politicians express doubts over Junya Ogawa's capacity to regain voter trust after being elected as the leader of the Centrist Reform Union, especially following his remarks on constitutional amendments.

Feb 13 • 11:40 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Formation of the 'Rajya Sabha' in Bangladesh!

Bangladesh is set to establish a 'Rajya Sabha' as a significant shift in its political landscape following recent parliamentary elections and a referendum.

Feb 13 • 11:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deputy from Novo files PEC that includes ethics code for STF in the Constitution

Adriana Ventura, a deputy from the Novo party, has proposed a constitutional amendment in Brazil to establish an ethics code for members of the Supreme Federal Court (STF).

Feb 12 • 16:19 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Economic news filter: Europe addresses the housing crisis, it could also help Slovakia

The Slovak Constitutional Court suspended a controversial amendment to the Penal Code that could have benefited a parliamentary vice-chairman accused of corruption.

Feb 12 • 05:28 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

The Constitutional Court intervened / Suspended the effectiveness of the amendment concerning informants, which was supposed to help Gašpar

The Constitutional Court of Slovakia has suspended the effectiveness of an amendment to the Penal Code related to the testimonies of informants, amidst concerns it could benefit a parliamentary vice-chairman facing charges.

Feb 11 • 14:30 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Gašpar's amendment, which is supposed to help him during the prosecution, was suspended by the Constitutional Court

The Constitutional Court of Slovakia has suspended an amendment that directly affects the court case of Deputy Speaker Tibor Gašpar, notably regarding the use of witness testimonies in his legal proceedings.

Feb 11 • 13:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Constitutional Revolution - New Bill Proposes 7-Year Presidential Term

The Zimbabwean government has approved a new Constitutional Amendment Bill proposing to extend the presidential term from five to seven years and reform the electoral process.

Feb 11 • 06:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chamber should vote in May on PEC that ends 6x1 shift, says Motta

The President of the Chamber of Deputies, Hugo Motta, announced that the vote on the constitutional amendment proposal (PEC) to end the 6x1 work shift is expected to occur in May.

Feb 10 • 14:21 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Taiwan and Constitutional Amendment: Two Controversial Issues Signal Rising Tensions Between China and Japan

Tensions between Beijing and Tokyo are escalating over Taiwan and Japan's constitutional amendments, raising concerns over regional stability.

Feb 10 • 10:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Tsoukalas on Naftemporiki TV: 'PASOK's expansion is two-fold' - What he said about the government-Benizelos conflict

PASOK spokesperson Kostas Tsoukalas criticizes the government over its handling of a constitutional revision dispute involving former party president Evangelos Benizelos.

Feb 10 • 10:11 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

If there is a ceiling, why discuss exceptions?

The article discusses a recent decision by Minister Flávio Dino to suspend certain additional payments in Brazil's three branches of government due to a new constitutional amendment aimed at addressing excessive salaries in the public sector.

Feb 9 • 21:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Boulos says he will discuss the processing of the project to end the 6x1 work schedule with Motta to expedite the process

Minister Guilherme Boulos plans to meet with Chamber President Hugo Motta to discuss a proposed constitutional amendment regarding the work schedule.

Feb 9 • 20:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Confrontation between Evangelos Venizelos and the Government over the Amendment of Article 86

A conflict has emerged between former PASOK president Evangelos Venizelos and the New Democracy government regarding the constitutional amendment of Article 86, with Venizelos accusing the government of 'revisionist populism.'

Feb 9 • 17:58 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Motta announces initiation of the PEC that ends the 6x1 work schedule

The President of the Chamber of Deputies in Brazil, Hugo Motta, announced the forwarding of a constitutional amendment proposal aimed at abolishing the 6x1 work schedule.

Feb 9 • 16:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Motta sends PEC that ends the 6x1 schedule to the CCJ and says that, later, the text will be debated in a special committee

President of the Chamber, Hugo Motta, has announced the submission of a constitutional amendment to abolish the 6x1 work schedule for the Commission of Constitution and Justice, with plans for further debate in a special committee.

Feb 9 • 15:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Han Byung-do: The Golden Time for One-Point Constitutional Amendment on May 18 is at a Critical Point

Han Byung-do calls for urgent amendments to the National Referendum Act to enable a constitutional change recognizing the spirit of May 18.

Feb 9 • 01:34 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi, how to promote key policies: active fiscal measures, diplomacy, constitutional amendments... points to consider

Prime Minister Takaichi, having stabilized her administration after a decisive victory in the House of Representatives election, is now faced with the task of navigating key policy issues including the initial budget for the new fiscal year and diplomatic relations with the US and China.

Feb 9 • 00:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Riding the ‘Takaichi Wind’, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party secures ‘316 seats’ for constitutional amendment... “Historic Victory”

The ruling Liberal Democratic Party of Japan, led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, achieved a historic victory in the recent House of Representatives elections, securing over the needed 310 seats for constitutional amendment.

Feb 8 • 22:38 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Japan's General Election Certainty of the Ruling Party's Proposal for Constitutional Amendment Exceeds 310 Seats... A Stepping Stone for Constitutional Reform

Japan's ruling coalition is expected to secure over 310 seats in the recent House of Representatives election, which allows for the proposal of constitutional amendments.

Feb 8 • 14:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Secured 'Seats for Constitutional Amendment'" Says Takaiuchi, "I Wanted to Be Judged by the People"

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaiuchi confirmed significant electoral success and expressed a desire for accountability regarding his government’s economic policies.

Feb 8 • 14:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Mitsotakis: The final proposal for the Constitutional Amendment in March

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced that the final proposal for the Constitutional Amendment will be made in March, alongside the opening of discussions on the National Diploma.

Feb 8 • 08:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

Thailand: 53 million voters at the polls for elections and constitutional amendment referendum

53 million voters in Thailand are participating in elections and a constitutional amendment referendum aimed at making the political system more democratic.

Feb 8 • 03:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Reasons Why Representative Jang Dong-hyuk Should Actively Pursue Constitutional Amendment

The article argues for the necessity of constitutional amendments in South Korea, emphasizing the impact of political polarization and the demands for power redistribution.

Feb 8 • 00:20 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Vannacci Case, the League Wants the 'Anti-Traitors' Law: Proposal to Amend the Constitution

The Italian political party Lega proposes a constitutional amendment termed 'anti-traitors' in response to internal tensions following the Vannacci case.

Feb 7 • 10:12 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The game of power

The article discusses the complexities surrounding Greece's constitutional amendment process and its implications for government formation.

Feb 7 • 09:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Marinakis at the 'Briefing for Citizens': The four major changes in the upcoming constitutional amendment

The government spokesman discusses four significant changes in the forthcoming constitutional amendment and addresses questions related to worker security and current issues.

Feb 6 • 14:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government and rapporteur of the Public Safety PEC seek points of consensus to unlock the proposal

Representatives of the federal government and deputy Mendonça Filho have reached consensus that may help advance the Public Safety Constitutional Amendment in Congress.

Feb 6 • 07:01 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Constitution Article 9 Amendment, Some Opposition Parties Also Agree - Focus on Constitutional Amendment Forces Exceeding Two-Thirds

The upcoming House of Representatives election in Japan will spotlight whether pro-amendment forces can secure more than two-thirds of seats, crucial for advancing discussions on amending Article 9 of the Constitution, which the ruling party is strongly advocating for.

Feb 5 • 09:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Woo Won-shik: 'The National Voting Law for Simultaneous Voting in Local Elections and Constitutional Amendments Should Be Revised Around the Lunar New Year'

Woo Won-shik, the Speaker of the National Assembly, stated that the revision of the National Voting Law should occur around the Lunar New Year to facilitate simultaneous voting on constitutional amendments during the local elections on June 3.

Feb 5 • 04:39 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Senate to hike FG’s share of federation revenue

The Senate has initiated a constitutional amendment to boost the Federal Government's share of revenue from the Federation Account, citing the inadequacy of the current allocation formula and ongoing discussions about fiscal federalism.

Feb 4 • 09:58 UTC

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