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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Concerns about 'irreparable damage' to companies due to the Fair Trade Commission's report disclosure policy

The Fair Trade Commission in South Korea is formalizing a policy to disclose interim investigation reports, raising concerns from businesses about potential risks and damages.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The government has removed the 'capping' on domestic flight fares.

The Indian government has lifted the cap on domestic flight ticket prices, allowing airlines to set fares freely while advising them to maintain transparency and balance to avoid burdening travelers.

Mar 22 โ€ข 12:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Watchdog says transparency crackdown will make Ontario more secret and less secure

A watchdog in Ontario criticizes the government's transparency reforms, arguing they will increase secrecy rather than enhance security.

Mar 21 โ€ข 16:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

It's not as exciting as a royal visit, but something else happened in Tassie this week

Tasmania has taken steps towards enhancing government transparency through the formation of a new parliamentary group focused on public integrity.

Mar 20 โ€ข 21:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Sheinbaum questions the Court for reserving data on the purchase of 151 vehicles: 'It should be reviewed'

President Claudia Sheinbaum has called for the Supreme Court to explain its decision to keep details about the purchase of 151 vehicles confidential for five years, citing transparency concerns.

Mar 20 โ€ข 18:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Experts criticize the decision to cancel the requirement for individuals to indicate the source of construction financing

An expert has criticized the decision to remove the requirement for individuals to disclose the source of financing for construction works, describing it as a significant regression in combating the shadow economy.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Tร•NIS LOORITS โŸฉ The Ministry of Finance is once again misleading the public that the RAB is being supervised

The article discusses the misleading claims by the Estonian Ministry of Finance regarding the oversight of the Money Laundering Data Office (RAB).

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Confrontation between Marinakis and Tsanakopoulos over the Alitheia Forum: Allegations of 'rigged processes'

Greek government spokesperson Marinakis responded to opposition criticism regarding the Alitheia Forum, asserting the transparency of the process.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Roberto Nava, commissioner of Guerrero, crashes and 'flee the scene': Beer cans found in the car

Roberto Nava, a government official in Guerrero, crashed his car and fled the scene, with beer cans found in the vehicle.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Media organizations propose stricter regulations for penalties for refusing to provide information to journalists

Media organizations in Lithuania are advocating for stricter regulations to penalize state and municipal institutions that refuse to provide information to journalists.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

PSOL councilwoman questions Nunes for free lease of the Interlagos racetrack for Lollapalooza

Councilwoman Amanda Paschoal (PSOL-SP) has questioned the free lease of the Interlagos racetrack for the Lollapalooza festival by Sรฃo Paulo's city government, suggesting potential irregularities and lack of proper procurement processes.

Mar 19 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Madagascar: Candidates for the Next Government Tested for Honesty with a Lie Detector

In Madagascar, candidates for the upcoming government will undergo lie detector tests to assess their honesty, as announced by the President of the Refoundation.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The CNMV supervises the situation at Indra and demands "transparency" from the Government and Escribano amid bearish attacks on the stock

The CNMV is stressing the need for transparency from the government regarding changes in the leadership of Indra, particularly as the company's stock faces bearish pressure.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Riikka Purra explains why the value of a champagne gift was reported at half its actual price

Finnish Finance Minister Riikka Purra clarified the discrepancy in the reported value of a champagne gift she received, stating it was noted at 400 euros instead of its actual price of 790 euros.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The White House registers the official website Aliens.gov amid the frenzy to declassify information about extraterrestrials

The White House has registered the domain Aliens.gov following Donald Trump's announcement to declassify files related to UFOs.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Mindaugas Sinkeviฤius hopes that the VTEK investigation into the Prime Minister's travels will bring clarity

Mindaugas Sinkeviฤius expresses optimism that the ongoing VTEK investigation will clarify the rules regarding delegation composition for official trips.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nunes creates transparency rules for parliamentary amendments in SP five months after STF determination; MP investigates delay

Sรฃo Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes has implemented transparency rules for parliamentary amendments following a Supreme Court directive, with an investigation now opened into delays by city officials to comply.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Transparency motions pass parliament without government support

Tasmania's parliament has passed transparency motions without support from the minority government, increasing pressure on it to release cabinet documents sooner.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Map of Councilors' Connections with Municipal Positions: "Formally Legal, Ethically Dubious"

A new website highlights potential conflicts of interest by mapping councilors who are employed in municipal companies, sparking concerns about public transparency.

Mar 18 โ€ข 17:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Podcast: 'On the Point': Special Fund: The Illusion Trick of the Federal Government

The podcast discusses the significant debt package approved by the German government, highlighting issues of misuse of funds and the implications for budget transparency.

Mar 18 โ€ข 16:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The Saeima will consider whether to disclose the salaries of state and municipal employees

Latvia's Saeima is set to discuss a proposal to require state and municipal institutions to publicly disclose employee salaries on their websites monthly, alongside employee names, to enhance transparency.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Customs Chief Selection Not Without Violations: A New Competition Will Be Announced

Lithuania's Ministry of Finance has canceled the customs chief selection process due to procedural violations reported in a formal complaint.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Critics say Ford is โ€˜flooding the zoneโ€™ to distract from transparency controversy

Ontario critics claim that recent government announcements are a diversion from transparency law changes proposed by Premier Doug Ford's administration.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: House Passes Law to Ban Govt Officials From Serving On Boards, Management Roles

The Liberian House of Representatives has passed a law that prohibits active government officials from serving on the boards or management of public institutions to enhance governance and transparency.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

The Seimas TTK supports increasing fines for refusal to provide information to journalists

The Lithuanian Seimas committee has supported a proposal to increase fines for officials who refuse to provide information to journalists, with penalties ranging from โ‚ฌ60 to โ‚ฌ600 depending on the infraction.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

If you don't pay the fine, first the Tax Inspectorate, then the bailiffs

Lithuania's Tax Inspectorate will be the central body for administering state fines and taxes, enhancing accountability and transparency for taxpayers.

Mar 18 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Feats and Punches to the Government - sixty charges issued in one day

Sixty charges were issued in one day against the government in Iceland.

Mar 17 โ€ข 18:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Doug Ford acknowledges transparency clamp-down is to protect his personal phone

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is acknowledging that his government's restrictions on access to information laws aim to protect the details of calls on his personal phone.

Mar 17 โ€ข 16:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

The government is ashamed that it governs. Fundamental laws are being created hastily by MPs

Czech lawmakers are facing criticism for hastily crafting crucial legislation, prompting concerns about governmental transparency and accountability.

Mar 17 โ€ข 11:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Ford government silent on cost of fighting release of premierโ€™s cellphone records

The Ford government in Ontario is not disclosing the costs associated with its attempt to block the release of Premier Doug Ford's cellphone records, as it seeks to change legislation following a legal defeat.

Mar 17 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The Prime Minister views the VTEK's decision to start an investigation into trips to Italy as a normal process

The Prime Minister's representative stated that the initiation of an inquiry by the VTEK regarding official trips to Italy is viewed as a standard procedure to ensure transparency and clarity in the matter.

Mar 17 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Activists Say SA's Menstrual Product Regulation Is Not Transparent Enough, Despite Government Reassurance

Activists in South Africa argue that the government's regulation of menstrual products is lacking transparency despite assurances regarding safety from hormonal disruptors.

Mar 17 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Tasmanian government responds to scathing transparency review

The Tasmanian government, led by Premier Jeremy Rockliff, plans to release cabinet documents after 20 years, responding to a critical review of the state's transparency laws.

Mar 17 โ€ข 02:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government appointed auditors in the AFA for 180 days and granted them 'broad powers' to investigate

The Argentine government has appointed auditors with extensive powers to oversee the Argentine Football Association (AFA) for a period of 180 days.

Mar 17 โ€ข 00:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

United Nations calls on Venezuela for more transparency in the application of amnesty for political prisoners

The United Nations urges Venezuela to enhance transparency in the amnesty process for political prisoners, while the Venezuelan government rejects these claims and responds with accusations of bias against UN officials.

Mar 16 โ€ข 20:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Ford accused of limiting transparency law because of cellphone defeat in court

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is accused of circumventing transparency laws by using his personal phone for official communications, as revealed by call log discrepancies and a ruling by the Information and Privacy Commission.

Mar 16 โ€ข 18:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Ministry of Finance changes the budget accounting methodology

The Estonian Ministry of Finance plans to change its accounting methodology for unspent funds in the state budget due to the current system being misleading.

Mar 16 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

After the Crown Jewel

The article critiques the ongoing discussions surrounding Mexico's electoral reform, emphasizing the need for transparency and the significance of democratic processes.

Mar 15 โ€ข 23:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

'Let's not scare South Australians': What the public wasn't told about toxic algae

The South Australian government delayed updating health advice about toxic algal blooms, despite knowing they were harmful to both marine life and public health.

Mar 15 โ€ข 18:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

WATCH โŸฉ Ministries overreach in information secrecy, reports the program

A report reveals that Latvian ministries have excessively classified thousands of documents, limiting public access and transparency.

Mar 15 โ€ข 17:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Taxpayer advocacy group calls on Ontario to reverse transparency changes

A Canadian taxpayer advocacy group is urging the Ontario government to reverse recent changes to transparency laws that would shield officials from freedom of information requests.

Mar 15 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

A Turk is not a minister, yet he decides from the ministerial office. He does not need a higher clearance

A political figure, despite not holding an official ministerial title, is reportedly making significant decisions from within the ministerial office without needing additional security clearance.

Mar 15 โ€ข 04:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Claims of evidence for UFOs in Trump's secret files

A former Pentagon official claims that Donald Trump's ordered release of secret UFO documents may contain evidence of extraterrestrial spacecraft.

Mar 14 โ€ข 23:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Program 'Talking with Internal Control' gathers managers and civil servants from western Parรก

Public managers and civil servants from western Parรก are participating in the 2026 edition of the 'Talking with Internal Control' program aimed at improving public administration.

Mar 14 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Culture Minister: Weimer Ruins His Office

Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer faces backlash for revoking a prestigious award from three bookstores due to alleged undisclosed reasons, raising concerns about transparency and trust in government decisions.

Mar 14 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Transparency watchdog blasts โ€˜shockingโ€™ Ontario plan to hide premier cellphone records

Ontario's transparency watchdog criticizes the Ford government's initiative to restrict access to premier's cellphone records as an effort to obscure vital public information.

Mar 14 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Ford government changing law to keep all premier, minister records secret

The Ford government in Ontario is proposing changes to transparency laws that would keep all records from ministers and staff secret.

Mar 13 โ€ข 14:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Fuel Price Cap in France: It Ends at 1.99 Euros per Liter

The French government is intensifying measures against the oil industry to curb excessive fuel price hikes, instituting strict monitoring and transparency compliance.

Mar 13 โ€ข 06:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Conservatives demand answers after details of Iranian missile attack on Canadian base in Kuwait emerge

The Canadian Conservative Party criticized the government's lack of transparency regarding an Iranian missile attack on a Canadian base in Kuwait, which was not disclosed for over a week.

Mar 13 โ€ข 01:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Manitoba government introduces election bill ahead of scheduled 2027 vote

The Manitoba government has introduced a bill requiring candidates to disclose any past violations of conflict of interest laws ahead of the upcoming 2027 election.

Mar 13 โ€ข 00:29 UTC

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