National Assembly Speaker Cho Jeong-sik urged the ruling Democratic Party and the main opposition People Power Party to agree on nominees for 18 standing parliamentary committee chairs by Wednesday noon, amid a deadlock over committee leadership, particularly the influential legislation and judiciary committee.
South Korean National Assembly Speaker Cho Jeong-sik urged comprehensive diplomatic actions for the safe return of 24 South Korean vessels and their crews stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, following a US-Iran ceasefire.
Cuba has introduced 176 free-market reforms to combat a severe economic crisis, exacerbated by a US oil blockade. The measures, endorsed by the communist party, aim to reduce the state's economic role and attract investment across various sectors.
South Korea's National Assembly has approved a 45-day parliamentary investigation into ballot shortages during the recent local elections. An 18-member committee will probe the causes of the shortages reported at over a dozen polling stations.
국회는 제9회 전국동시지방선거 투표용지 부족 사태 진상 규명 및 선거관리 개혁을 위한 국정조사 특별위원회를 18일 출범시키고 45일간의 활동에 돌입했다. 여야는 선관위의 총체적 부실과 국민 참정권 침해에 대한 철저한 진상 규명과 제도 개혁을 촉구했다.
South Korea's National Assembly will begin a 45-day parliamentary probe into a ballot shortage that affected over two dozen polling stations during the recent local elections. The investigation, agreed upon by the ruling Democratic Party and the main opposition People Power Party, will focus on the National Election Commission and its regional offices.
The French National Assembly voted to nationalize ArcelorMittal's French assets. The bill, supported by left-wing parties and opposed by right-wing and Macronist deputies, now returns to the Senate.
South Korea's National Assembly has initiated procedures for a parliamentary investigation into ballot shortages during recent local elections. Both ruling and opposition parties have submitted requests, aiming to establish a special committee to examine the National Election Commission's alleged mismanagement. Negotiations are ongoing regarding the probe's scope and committee composition.
South Korea's National Assembly has initiated formal procedures for a parliamentary investigation into ballot shortages during recent local elections. Both ruling and opposition parties have submitted requests, highlighting differing views on the probe's scope and committee composition.
Rep. Cho Jeong-sik (DP) elected National Assembly speaker with 267/276 votes; to serve until May 2028. Nam In-soon (DP) and Park Duk-hyum (PPP) chosen as vice speakers, reflecting party seat distribution (DP: 161, PPP: 110).
France's National Assembly has adopted a bill to drastically reduce cadmium levels in phosphate fertilizers. The measure aims to limit population exposure to this toxic heavy metal, primarily through food consumption, and requires adaptation from the agricultural sector.
France's National Assembly has overwhelmingly approved a bill to reduce cadmium levels in phosphate fertilizers, a move aimed at limiting public exposure to the toxic and carcinogenic contaminant. The country faces significantly higher exposure rates compared to most European nations.
France's National Assembly has adopted a bill to reduce cadmium levels in phosphate fertilizers, a toxic contaminant found in many foods. The measure aims to address particularly high exposure rates among the French population compared to other European countries.
France's National Assembly overwhelmingly passed a bill to reduce cadmium exposure, a toxic heavy metal, primarily through phosphate fertilizers. The government opposed the ambitious reduction timeline.
Yoon Yong-geun, elected in a by-election for Gongju, Buyeo, and Cheongyang, expressed gratitude to residents and pledged to listen to their voices and bring about changes they can feel. He emphasized the heavy responsibility of his new role and the need to unite the region to address challenges like population decline.
Yoo Ui-dong of the People Power Party won the Pyeongtaek-eul by-election, marking his return to the National Assembly after a two-year hiatus following his defeat in the general election. He emphasized his local roots in Pyeongtaek, a city where he has lived his entire life, and secured victory against prominent rivals.
The provisional voter turnout for the National Assembly by-elections held concurrently with the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections was 60.9%. Out of 2.26 million eligible voters across 14 constituencies, 1.38 million participated. Busan's Buk-gu (North) recorded the highest turnout at 70.6%.
South Korea is holding the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections and National Assembly By-elections today, June 1, 2026. Vote counting is expected to begin after polls close at 6 PM, with preliminary results anticipated around midnight and final outcomes by early morning June 2.
French lawmakers failed to reach a compromise on a proposed end-of-life law creating a right to assisted dying. The National Assembly is expected to have the final vote on July 15th.
France's National Assembly unanimously adopted the "Bétharram" law on June 1st, strengthening controls on individuals interacting with children in schools and after-school programs. A controversial measure to lift the seal of confession was withdrawn.
A bill to protect children and combat violence in schools will be debated in the French National Assembly on June 1st. The proposal, inspired by an inquiry into violence at Notre-Dame-de-Bétharram, includes national recognition of violence, an compensation fund for victims, a ban on corporal punishment, and stricter controls on school personnel.
Bulgarian MP Angel Georgiev stated that his country has sent a large quantity of weapons to Ukraine, calling it a "huge mistake." He also criticized EU leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Kaja Kallas for their decisions.
France has withdrawn a government-backed bill aimed at combating 'new forms of antisemitism' after widespread criticism that it infringed on freedom of expression and could stifle criticism of Israel. The bill, proposed by Caroline Yadan, sought to broaden offenses related to glorifying terrorism and inciting the destruction or denial of a state.
Emmanuel Moulin, former Secretary-General of the Élysée, faces a crucial hearing before French senators and deputies on May 20th for his potential appointment as Governor of the Bank of France. Opposition from the left and RN parties citing lack of independence and political maneuvering, contrasts with the Élysée's defense of his qualifications.
