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Voting has begun in Italy on a referendum regarding constitutional reforms proposed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, aimed at separating the careers of judges and prosecutors.

Lamberto Dini reflects on his long political career and expresses support for constitutional reform, citing a past conversation with President Scalfaro regarding judicial changes.

The Constitutional Court ruling allowing adolescents aged 12 to 18 to request changes to their gender designation has sparked significant societal debate in Ecuador.

The Finnish Parliamentary Committee on Social Affairs and Health has decided to seek an assessment from the Constitutional Committee regarding proposed changes to laws governing digital services for the elderly.

Czech President Pavel opposes changes to the constitution that would limit his authority over appointing heads of permanent missions to international organizations, which include major entities like the EU and NATO.

Óscar Cantón Zetina, President of the Senate's Constitutional Points Commission, initially stated there would be minor changes to the electoral reform proposed by President Claudia Sheinbaum, only to later retract his statement, highlighting dysfunction in the legislative process.

A proposed constitutional amendment to expand police powers is facing criticism in the Finnish Parliament, highlighting concerns about civil liberties and the necessity of such changes.

Vondráček from the Czech Republic's SPD party suggests changes to the Constitution despite his failure in a constitutional law exam.

Kazakhstan is witnessing significant constitutional changes enhancing presidential authority, raising concerns over the future of democracy in the country.

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele oversees a constitutional reform allowing life sentences for serious crimes, amid criticism for his government's human rights record.

North Korea's newly elected Supreme People's Assembly will convene on the 22nd, discussing personnel changes and constitutional amendments following the recent election of 687 delegates.

Kazakhstan's recent referendum resulting in over 80% constitutional changes strengthens presidential power, including the ability to appoint key officials, despite a stated shift towards a parliamentary republic.

The article discusses how current political leaders, including Trump, manipulate constitutional norms to extend their power in democratic crises.

Peter Pellegrini advocates for constitutional changes to address the energy crisis while criticizing the opposition's political maneuvers.

The Italian Constitutional Court is examining the constitutionality of recent changes to citizenship laws that affect descendants of Italians born abroad, particularly impacting Brazilian citizens.

Over 3,200 legal professionals in the UK, including judges and barristers, have urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer to reconsider proposed changes to jury trials, arguing that the modifications will have minimal impact on court efficiency and risk undermining constitutional principles.

The article discusses ongoing debates in the Democratic Republic of the Congo about proposed constitutional changes, which some factions within the ruling party are pushing for amid conflicts in the eastern regions of the country.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government is pushing for judicial reform ahead of a referendum on constitutional changes set for March 22 and 23, amid concerns about the separation of powers.

The Western Cape High Court ruled that only Parliament can make changes to the Value Added Tax rate, declaring a section of the law unconstitutional.

President Claudia Sheinbaum presented her electoral reform to the Chamber of Deputies, proposing constitutional changes aimed at safeguarding elections from narco funding.

The Mexican government has delivered a proposed electoral reform to the Chamber of Deputies, outlining changes to 11 constitutional articles.

Jubaland has rejected proposed amendments to Somalia's constitution, asserting that changes made without national consensus are illegitimate.

The Argentine Senate has approved a law that significantly changes labor conditions regarding working hours, wages, and vacations after intense negotiations with provincial governors.

The Justice Council in Latvia plans to appeal to the Constitutional Court if the Saeima adopts the special pension law for judges and prosecutors again without significant changes.

The Council of State has supported the proposed constitutional reform to protect the right to abortion in Spain, although it suggests a different legal wording than that proposed by the Government.

The article discusses the need for substantial constitutional reform in Greece, focusing on key changes in the mechanisms of state and institutions.

The current Polish coalition government has introduced a resolution concerning pre-elections for members of the National Judiciary Council in response to a presidential veto on proposed changes to the judiciary election process.

The Italian national magistrates' association (Anm) may have to dissolve or significantly reform itself if a referendum passes, as the new constitutional changes will alter its foundational structure.

The Spanish Government is challenging the Constitutional Court's changes to LGTBI+ regulations introduced by the PP and Vox in the Valencian Community.

The article discusses the South Korean constitutional territorial clause and the implications of potential changes to it in the context of traditional understandings of sovereignty and territory.

The Slovak government coalition plans to propose extending the term of local governments from four to five years, contingent upon constitutional majority support, with discussions set for April 2026.

Juan Pablo Carreira argues for constitutional adherence rather than authoritarian changes, in response to a previous statement praising Fujimori's reforms.

The Green Party in Germany is proposing collaboration with the federal government for comprehensive social reforms requiring constitutional changes.

Prime Minister Robert Fico is advocating significant changes to laws regarding cooperating defendants in response to a Constitutional Court ruling that halted supportive legislation for accused individuals.

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.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi calls for faster negotiations on constitutional amendments and imperial family succession rules.

The Latvian President urges the Saeima to reassess proposed legislative changes to judges' pensions, emphasizing the need for compliance with constitutional guarantees of judicial independence.

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

Former heads of the Polish Constitutional Tribunal warn that the ruling party, PiS, is attempting to block the appointment of new judges to the tribunal.

In the 2026 Bangladesh elections, voters cast two votes, one for Tarique Rahman and another to facilitate constitutional changes through a referendum on the July Charter.

Bangladesh is conducting its 13th general elections and a referendum on constitutional reforms amidst significant political changes.

The upcoming elections in Bangladesh are critical, with implications for governmental power and proposed constitutional changes.

The article discusses the political motivations behind constitutional revisions in Greece, emphasizing that such changes often serve factional interests rather than the public good.

Zimbabwe's cabinet has approved constitutional changes aimed at extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term until 2030, drawing criticism from opposition leaders who demand a national referendum on the amendments.

The Ropaži municipality council has challenged the legality of a minister's order that suspended changes to the local territory planning in a suburban area.

The Greek Prime Minister's signal for constitutional revision has sparked discussions among legal experts about the proposed changes and their implications.

Thailand is voting in general elections to elect a new government and decide on potential constitutional changes amid political instability.

The Italian government has confirmed the dates of the referendum on justice reform, set for March 22 and 23, 2024.

The article discusses the Prime Minister's proposal for constitutional changes concerning the accountability of ministers, highlighting a lack of consensus among political parties in Greece.

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