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TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh suspended from West Bengal Assembly after disrupting budget debate

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Politique·22/07/2026Résumé IA

TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh suspended from West Bengal Assembly after disrupting budget debate

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Kunal Ghosh was suspended from the West Bengal Assembly for the remainder of Wednesday after disrupting a budget debate. Ghosh interrupted rebel TMC Chief Whip Akhruzzaman and refused to return to his seat, leading to marshals forcibly removing him amid protests and an escalating internal power struggle within the party.

Times of India

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Taiwan Amends Telecom Law, Paving Way for Starlink Operations

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Politique·21/07/2026Résumé IA

Taiwan Amends Telecom Law, Paving Way for Starlink Operations

Taiwan's legislature approved an amendment to the Telecommunications Management Act, exempting satellite operators from foreign ownership caps and local chair requirements. This move is seen as removing a major obstacle for Starlink to operate in Taiwan, enhancing the island's wartime communication capabilities.

SCMP Economy

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Syria's Transitional Parliament Convenes to Draft New Constitution

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Politique·12/07/2026Résumé IA

Syria's Transitional Parliament Convenes to Draft New Constitution

Syria's new transitional parliament convened Sunday to draft a new constitution and establish democratic foundations after decades of authoritarian rule. The body, with 206 members initially, was formed through a process criticized as undemocratic, with President Ahmed al-Sharaa set to appoint the remaining members.

SCMP Economy

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Hong Kong Relaxes Mandatory Medical Check-ups for Elderly Commercial Drivers

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Politique·10/07/2026Résumé IA

Hong Kong Relaxes Mandatory Medical Check-ups for Elderly Commercial Drivers

Hong Kong authorities have eased a proposal for mandatory annual medical check-ups for commercial vehicle drivers aged 65-69, reducing the frequency to twice in five years after industry backlash. The move aims to enhance road safety by ensuring drivers can manage health risks.

SCMP Economy

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Taiwan's Strong Bow Missile System Faces Funding Uncertainty

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Defense·08/07/2026Résumé IA

Taiwan's Strong Bow Missile System Faces Funding Uncertainty

Taiwan's T-Dome air defence program is delayed as the indigenous Strong Bow missile system lacks a clear funding source. The legislature approved a reduced special defence budget, excluding the missile system. Efforts to secure supplementary funding are stalled due to disagreements between the cabinet and defence ministry.

SCMP News

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Taiwan's Special Defense Budget Faces Funding Hurdles

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Politique·08/07/2026Résumé IA

Taiwan's Special Defense Budget Faces Funding Hurdles

Taiwan's legislature approved a reduced NT$780 billion defense budget in May. Efforts to revive a larger, rejected NT$1.25 trillion package face funding disagreements between the cabinet and defense ministry, according to unnamed officials.

SCMP News

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Legislature passes amendment to Criminal Code regarding statute of limitations for sexual assault against minors

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Politique·07/07/2026Résumé IA

Legislature passes amendment to Criminal Code regarding statute of limitations for sexual assault against minors

The legislature passed an amendment to the Criminal Code extending the statute of limitations for sexual assault against minors. The period between the offense and the victim's 20th birthday will now be excluded from the calculation, allowing victims more time to pursue charges.

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Legislative Council Member Resigns Amid Scandal, Code of Conduct Under Review

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Politique·06/07/2026Résumé IA

Legislative Council Member Resigns Amid Scandal, Code of Conduct Under Review

A Legislative Council member resigned Friday following a scandal. Starry Lee Wai-king stated that the council routinely reviews its code of conduct for members, and this incident will serve as a reference for future amendments.

Virginia Governor Faces Calls to Axe Public Marijuana Use Penalty

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger faces calls to remove a proposed budget amendment increasing penalties for public marijuana use, citing racial and economic disparities

The Independent World

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China's National People's Congress Removes 13 Legislators, Including Military and Financial Officials

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Politique·27/06/2026Résumé IA

China's National People's Congress Removes 13 Legislators, Including Military and Financial Officials

China's National People's Congress Standing Committee removed 13 legislators, including military commanders and former financial regulator Xiao Jie and ex-Xinjiang party chief Chen Quanguo. General Xu Xueqiang missed a key meeting, while Lt. Gen. Wang Kangping was passed over for promotion.

SCMP News

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Hong Kong Civil Service Chief Pledges Future Pay Rise After 2% Adjustment Approval

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Politique·26/06/2026Résumé IA

Hong Kong Civil Service Chief Pledges Future Pay Rise After 2% Adjustment Approval

Hong Kong's civil service chief pledged a future "reasonable and attractive" pay adjustment after the Legislative Council approved a flat 2% rise for civil servants. Lawmakers criticized the 2% increase, effective retroactively from April, as insufficient compared to survey recommendations and union demands, raising concerns about civil service appeal and the local economy.

SCMP Economy

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Karnataka BJP to Hold Legislature Party Meeting at Dharmasthala Over Cross-Voting Allegations

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Politique·21/06/2026Résumé IA

Karnataka BJP to Hold Legislature Party Meeting at Dharmasthala Over Cross-Voting Allegations

Karnataka BJP will hold a legislature party meeting at Dharmasthala to investigate alleged cross-voting by BJP MLAs in recent council elections. Party president B Y Vijayendra stated legislators may take an oath before Lord Manjunatha to reveal the truth, calling the act "betrayal".

Times of India

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China's Legislature to Discuss Bill Authorizing Hong Kong Jurisdiction Over Huanggang Port Area

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Monde·16/06/2026Résumé IA

China's Legislature to Discuss Bill Authorizing Hong Kong Jurisdiction Over Huanggang Port Area

China's top legislative body will discuss a bill to grant Hong Kong jurisdiction over a section of the redeveloped Huanggang Port in Shenzhen. This "co-location" arrangement, opening next month, will streamline immigration clearance for the Greater Bay Area initiative.

SCMP Economy

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China's Top Legislature to Discuss Hong Kong's Jurisdiction Over Huanggang Port Area

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Politique·16/06/2026Résumé IA

China's Top Legislature to Discuss Hong Kong's Jurisdiction Over Huanggang Port Area

China's National People's Congress Standing Committee will review a bill next week to grant Hong Kong jurisdiction over its designated area at the redeveloped Huanggang Port in Shenzhen, set to open 24-hour operations in July.

SCMP Economy

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Politique·16/06/2026Résumé IA

China's Top Legislature to Discuss Hong Kong's Jurisdiction Over Huanggang Port Area

China's top legislative body, the NPC Standing Committee, will discuss a bill next week to grant Hong Kong jurisdiction over part of the redeveloped Huanggang Port in Shenzhen, set to open 24-hour operations in July.

SCMP Economy

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Taiwanese Legislature Passes Amendment Allowing Candidates with Suspended Sentences or Community Service to Run for Office

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Politique·13/06/2026Résumé IA

Taiwanese Legislature Passes Amendment Allowing Candidates with Suspended Sentences or Community Service to Run for Office

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan passed an amendment to the Public Officials Election and Recall Act, allowing individuals with suspended sentences or those serving community labor to run for office. Critics, including the Taiwan Youth Democratic Association, argue this "Gao Hongan Clause" grants excessive discretion to prosecutors, potentially creating loopholes and contradicting previous criticisms of the judiciary.

Politique·11/06/2026Résumé IA

Taiwan's Legislature Debates Controversial "Ko Wen-je Clause" on Pre-trial Detention

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan is reviewing a "Criminal Procedure Law" amendment, dubbed the "Ko Wen-je Clause," which proposes removing "risk of collusion" as a reason for pre-trial detention. Critics argue this could hinder investigations, while proponents cite concerns over human rights and the overuse of detention.

Defense·10/06/2026Résumé IA

Taiwan's defense faces challenges from budget disputes, personnel issues: US report

A US Naval Institute report highlights challenges to Taiwan's defense goals, including partisan budget disputes, difficulties in recruiting and retaining military personnel, and infrastructure vulnerabilities. China's military buildup and 'gray zone' tactics are also noted as significant threats.

Two Caste Discrimination Bills Fail to Advance in New York State Legislature

Two bills aimed at adding caste as a protected category in New York's anti-discrimination laws did not advance in the current legislative session. The Coalition of Hindus of North America celebrated the outcome, arguing that the legislation would stereotype Hindus, Indians, and South Asians and that ancestry should be added to human rights law instead.

TOI World

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Expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee Proposed as New Legislature Party Leader by 58 MLAs

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Politique·03/06/2026Résumé IA

Expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee Proposed as New Legislature Party Leader by 58 MLAs

Expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee has been proposed as the new leader of the West Bengal legislature party by 58 dissident MLAs. They submitted support letters to the Assembly Speaker, challenging the current leadership and framing their move as distinct from challenging party chairperson Mamata Banerjee.

Economic Times

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TMC Dissolves Committees Amidst West Bengal Assembly Crisis

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Politique·03/06/2026Résumé IA

TMC Dissolves Committees Amidst West Bengal Assembly Crisis

TMC dissolved all its committees and frontal organizations in West Bengal after rebel MLA Ritabrata Banerjee met the governor with support from nearly 60 MLAs, signaling a major party crisis. This move is seen as an attempt to prevent a vertical split following the party's electoral defeat.

Times of India

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Expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee challenges legislature party leadership

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Politique·03/06/2026Résumé IA

Expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee challenges legislature party leadership

Expelled TMC MLA Ritabrata Banerjee and 57 other dissident legislators met the West Bengal Assembly Speaker, submitting support letters for a new leadership structure, with Banerjee proposed as leader. The move challenges the current legislature party leadership.

Economic Times

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Johor Dissolves Legislature, Triggering Election with Strong Economic Backdrop

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Politique·02/06/2026Résumé IA

Johor Dissolves Legislature, Triggering Election with Strong Economic Backdrop

Johor, bordering Singapore, dissolved its legislature on Monday, triggering an election within 60 days. The vote carries significant political and economic weight for Umno and the Barisan Nasional coalition, with a special economic zone and a new rail link providing an economic backdrop.

Taiwan's Legislature Extends Deadline for Religious Groups to Register Real Estate

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan has extended the deadline for religious groups to apply for the recognition of real estate ownership under natural persons' names by two years, to June 9, 2028. The Ministry of the Interior urges groups to utilize this extended period to secure their property rights.

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