Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok signed a constitutional amendment, immediately ending his term, a move confirmed by PM Peter Magyar. This action is part of the ruling Tisza party's effort to dismantle remnants of ex-PM Viktor Orban's political influence after April's elections.
Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok’s term has ended following his signing of the 17th amendment to the Fundamental Law, which forces his resignation. The amendment, backed by the Tisza Party’s two-thirds majority, introduces various constitutional changes including term limits for MPs and judges, and alters the selection process for key judicial positions.
Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok signed a constitutional amendment removing himself from office, yielding to pressure from PM Péter Magyar, who seeks to dismantle the 'mafia' legacy of Viktor Orbán. Sulyok criticized the move as trampling democratic values.
Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok agrees to step down after signing a constitutional amendment pushed by Prime Minister Péter Magyar's Tisza party, citing violation of the rule of law and erosion of democratic values.
Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok has rejected a constitutional amendment that would allow for his removal from office, citing violations of the rule of law and democracy. The amendment, passed by parliament, is seen as politically motivated and targeting a specific individual.
Hungarian PM Péter Magyar has filed a 12-point constitutional amendment proposal aiming to remove President Tamás Sulyok and curb Viktor Orbán's past administration's influence. Key points include terminating the president's term, term limits for parliament, an independent Constitutional Court, and an asset recovery office.
Zimbabwe's upper house of parliament approved constitutional amendments allowing President Emmerson Mnangagwa to potentially stay in office until 2030 and replacing direct presidential elections with parliamentary appointments. Opponents label the move a "constitutional coup" and report harassment, while the government asserts it enhances stability.
The Indian government is close to finalizing a constitutional amendment to implement women's reservation by expanding Lok Sabha and assembly seats. The proposal may keep the 1971 Census for inter-state seat ratios while using the 2011 Census for redrawing internal constituency boundaries.
짐바브웨 하원이 대통령 선거를 직선제에서 의회 간선제로 변경하고 임기를 5년에서 7년으로 연장하는 개헌안을 통과시켰습니다. 야권은 국민투표 없는 개헌은 위헌이라며 반발하고 있습니다.
Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok approved a constitutional amendment limiting prime ministers to eight years in office, effectively barring Viktor Orbán from returning after his 20 years. The amendment, dubbed "lex Orbán," was overwhelmingly passed by parliament.
President Lee Jae-myung stressed the need for fundamental reform of the National Election Commission (NEC), even suggesting a constitutional amendment if necessary. He pointed to the lack of external oversight and proposed including the NEC under the Board of Audit and Inspection's jurisdiction, as well as reforming the appointment process for NEC members.
Hungary's parliament has amended the constitution to limit prime ministers to an eight-year term, a move by Péter Magyar's Tisza party to prevent Viktor Orbán's return. The amendment, passed with a super-majority, also targets controversial state asset transfers and aims to unlock EU funds.
Hungary's parliament has passed a constitutional amendment limiting prime ministerial terms to eight years, effectively barring former leader Viktor Orban from returning to power. The reform, a key promise of Prime Minister Peter Magyar's Tisza party, also paves the way for disbanding the Sovereignty Protection Office.
Hungary's parliament approved a constitutional amendment limiting prime ministers to eight years, effectively barring former premier Viktor Orban from serving again. The move, a key promise of PM Peter Magyar, passed with a two-thirds majority.
Hungary's parliament approved a constitutional amendment limiting prime ministers to eight years in office, retroactively barring Viktor Orbán from future terms. The move, championed by PM Peter Magyar as part of a "regime change," also targets the Sovereign Protection Office and public trust foundations.
A bill to amend the National Referendum Act concerning constitutional amendment procedures, jointly submitted by four parties including the LDP and DPFP, began deliberation in the House of Representatives Constitutional Research Commission on the 11th. The bill is expected to pass with a majority vote on the 18th. The DPFP intends to submit an amendment regarding online paid advertising.
Japanese opposition and ruling parties debated constitutional reform on NHK, focusing on emergency powers. LDP, Ishin, and DP support creating "emergency clauses" for extending parliamentary terms during disasters, while CDP, Komeito, and others urge caution due to unresolved issues.
SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The ruling Democratic Party's (DP) push to put a consti...
SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The ruling Democratic Party's (DP) push to put a consti...
SEOUL, May 7 (Yonhap) -- A ruling Democratic Party (DP)-led bill on a constituti...
SEOUL, May 7 (Yonhap) -- A ruling Democratic Party (DP)-led bill on a constituti...
SEOUL, May 7 (Yonhap) -- A ruling Democratic Party (DP)-led bill on a constituti...
SEOUL, May 7 (Yonhap) -- A ruling Democratic Party-led bill on a constitutional ...
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is pursuing the first ever revision of her country’s post-World War II pacifist constitution, a step that observers say is likely to be welcomed in Washington and condemned in Beijing. Takaichi’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) secured a historic two-thirds majority in the National Diet’s lower house in February’s election, passing the threshold needed to pass constitutional amendments without other parties’ support. “An independent constitutional amendment...
