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Cypriot Parties EDEK, DIPA, and Ecologists Face Parliament Exit
Politicsin-cyprus6h ago

Cypriot Parties EDEK, DIPA, and Ecologists Face Parliament Exit

Cypriot political parties EDEK, DIPA, and the Movement of Ecologists – Citizens’ Cooperation are facing the prospect of being outside parliament. Questions are being raised about their political future, potential cooperation among center parties, and the role of newer formations.

Icelandic MP Expresses No Confidence in Government
Politicsmorgunbladid15h ago

Icelandic MP Expresses No Confidence in Government

Sigríður Á. Andersen, parliamentary group leader for the Centre Party, stated she has no confidence in the government regarding anything. She added that her party would not obstruct lower taxes if a parliamentary session were called during the summer break.

Iranian Parliament Criminalizes Interviews with 'Hostile Media'
WorldReutersstraits-timesjapan-times+1jerusalem-post21h ago4 sources

Iranian Parliament Criminalizes Interviews with 'Hostile Media'

The Iranian parliament has voted to further criminalize interviews conducted with what it deems 'hostile media' outlets, specifically mentioning US and Israeli media. This move tightens restrictions on communication with foreign press.

GLP Aims to Avert Decline with Climate and Europe Policies
Politics20-minuten1d ago

GLP Aims to Avert Decline with Climate and Europe Policies

The Green Liberal Party (GLP) in Switzerland is attempting to counter electoral losses by focusing on climate and European policies, though a political scientist predicts further declines and a potential threat to their parliamentary group strength by 2027.

Hungarian Constitutional Court to Review Sulyok Tamás's Removal
Politicshvg2d ago

Hungarian Constitutional Court to Review Sulyok Tamás's Removal

Hungary's Constitutional Court is set to discuss on Monday whether the parliament lawfully removed Sulyok Tamás. Additionally, they will decide on the 12-year term limit for parliamentary representatives and the termination of constitutional judges' mandates due to age limits.

Péter Magyar Invites Orbán and Parties to Paks Nuclear Plant
Politicstelexhvgdanas+1mkd-mk2d ago4 sources

Péter Magyar Invites Orbán and Parties to Paks Nuclear Plant

Péter Magyar has invited Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and leaders of other parliamentary parties to the Paks nuclear power plant to observe the construction and discuss past shortcomings. Magyar announced that the 'sinking of the barges' at Paks would begin on Saturday morning.

Serbia to Incur New Half-Billion Euro Debt for Infrastructure Projects
Politicsdanas2d ago

Serbia to Incur New Half-Billion Euro Debt for Infrastructure Projects

The Serbian Parliament is set to approve new legislation that will incur an additional 62.6 billion dinars (approximately half a billion euros) in debt. These funds are earmarked for financing major infrastructure projects, including the Belgrade-Zrenjanin and Danube Corridor highways, and the 'Smile of Vojvodina' project.

Nigel Farage Documentary Set Amid Finance Probe
Culturevariety3d ago

Nigel Farage Documentary Set Amid Finance Probe

ITN Productions is releasing 'Nigel Farage: Where Does the Money Come From?', a documentary investigating the Reform U.K. leader's finances, set to air on 5 on August 22, as a parliamentary watchdog reopens a finance probe.

Lebanon Passes Controversial General Amnesty Law
Worldjerusalem-post3d ago

Lebanon Passes Controversial General Amnesty Law

Lebanon's parliament has passed a long-disputed General Amnesty Law aimed at reducing prison overcrowding, a move that has sparked sectarian divisions and protests over excluded prisoners.

Politicspublico6h ago

CDS Deputy João Almeida Questions Confidence in Ministers

Portuguese centrist deputy and party spokesperson João Almeida stated that the CDS party does not need to have political confidence in ministers like Luís Neves, deferring evaluations to Montenegro and justifying Nuno Melo's parliamentary summons regarding frigate purchases.

Politicshurriyet-daily1d ago

CHP Restores New Path Bloc's Parliamentary Status

The Republican People's Party (CHP) has taken a significant step to restore the parliamentary status of the New Path bloc. This move is expected to have implications for the political landscape and parliamentary dynamics.

Indian PM Modi Announces Free Youth Training and Appeals for Women's Quota Support
Politicstagesschauder-spiegelorf+5digi24Times of Indiahindustan-timesindian-expressDawn1d ago8 sources

Indian PM Modi Announces Free Youth Training and Appeals for Women's Quota Support

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a plan to provide free coaching and AI training for ten million young people within a year, aiming to address youth concerns. He also appealed to all political parties to support a women's reservation bill in Parliament.

PM Modi's Independence Day Speech Highlights India's Progress and Future Goals
TechnologybloombergFTAl Jazeera+9DWSCMPpublicoTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-expressndtvchannel-news-asia+1 more1d ago12 sources

PM Modi's Independence Day Speech Highlights India's Progress and Future Goals

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his Independence Day speech, emphasizing India's journey towards self-reliance, energy security, and technological advancement, while also announcing initiatives for youth. The event also saw reactions to political figures and global well-wishes for India's 80th Independence Day.

Ghanaian Parliamentary Committee Backs GIPA Reforms
Politicsmyjoyonline2d ago

Ghanaian Parliamentary Committee Backs GIPA Reforms

A parliamentary committee in Ghana has commended the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPA) for its investment drive and expressed support for key reforms, tracing the evolution of the country's investment promotion architecture.

Former PSC Leader Raimon Obiols on Weak Political Parties
Politicsla-vanguardia2d ago

Former PSC Leader Raimon Obiols on Weak Political Parties

Raimon Obiols, former leader of the PSC and a former deputy in the Catalan Parliament, Spanish Congress, and European Parliament, discusses the current state of political parties, stating they are weak and increasingly dependent on individual leaderships.

Parliamentary Committee Concerned Over Vacancies in PSUs
Politicshindustan-times2d ago

Parliamentary Committee Concerned Over Vacancies in PSUs

A parliamentary committee has expressed deep concern regarding the high number of vacancies in Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) and the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) under the finance ministry.

High Turnout for Early Voting in Icelandic Referendum
Politicsruv2d ago

High Turnout for Early Voting in Icelandic Referendum

Voter turnout for early voting in the capital region of Iceland is significantly higher than for previous municipal and parliamentary elections, comparable to presidential elections. There is a steady stream of voters at the District Commissioner's office in Hlíðasmári.

Nigel Farage Wins By-Election, Returns to UK Parliament
PoliticsBBCAl Jazeerayle-uutiset+1Daily Sabah2d ago4 sources

Nigel Farage Wins By-Election, Returns to UK Parliament

Nigel Farage has won an unusual special election, securing his return to the UK Parliament and prompting discussions about the future of the far-right Reform UK party. His victory has been described as unorthodox, with even defeated candidates like Count Binface gaining attention.

Nigel Farage Declares Victory in Clacton By-Election Amidst Criticism
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Nigel Farage Declares Victory in Clacton By-Election Amidst Criticism

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, declared victory in the Clacton by-election, securing his return to parliament despite criticism for not attending the vote count. His win is described as a 'circus of vanity' by some, highlighting his approach to democracy.

Jirapa MP and MCE Hand Over Development Projects
Politicsmyjoyonline3d ago

Jirapa MP and MCE Hand Over Development Projects

The Member of Parliament for Jirapa, Cletus Seidu Dapilah, and Municipal Chief Executive, Peter N. N. To-ang, have officially handed over several education, healthcare, and sanitation projects to communities across the municipality.

Zambians Vote in Presidential Election
Politicsmyjoyonline3d ago

Zambians Vote in Presidential Election

Zambians are casting their ballots in an election to choose a president and parliament, with over eight million registered voters participating as the incumbent president seeks a second term.

Bosnian politician opposes new election technologies
Technologyklix-ba1d ago

Bosnian politician opposes new election technologies

Nikola Špirić, Deputy Speaker of the House of Peoples of the BiH Parliamentary Assembly, claims that the Central Election Commission is introducing confusion and new technologies that could favor certain parties in the upcoming election campaign.

Abdul Azeez's son denies MACC arrest rumors
Politicsmalay-mail1d ago

Abdul Azeez's son denies MACC arrest rumors

The son of former Baling Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Abdul Azeez Abdul Rahim has dismissed social media rumors about his father's arrest by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) in connection with the Tabung Haji RCI.

New Patriotic Party Elects Regional Chairmen Across Ghana
Politicsmyjoyonline1d ago

New Patriotic Party Elects Regional Chairmen Across Ghana

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) concluded its regional executive elections, with several incumbents retaining their positions and new faces emerging as regional chairmen across Ghana. Notable wins included Mohammed Baantima Samba in the Northern Region and Joseph Kobinah Esibu in the Central Region.

NPP Aims to Reclaim Lost Parliamentary Seats in Ghana
Politicsmyjoyonline1d ago

NPP Aims to Reclaim Lost Parliamentary Seats in Ghana

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) acknowledges struggles in traditional strongholds during the 2024 elections and is now focused on rebuilding and electing strong parliamentary candidates to reclaim lost seats, particularly in Greater Accra.

Campact Mobilizes Against AfD in Saxony-Anhalt
Worldder-spiegel2d ago

Campact Mobilizes Against AfD in Saxony-Anhalt

The platform Campact is mobilizing with three million euros in donations to prevent an AfD-only government in Saxony-Anhalt, aiming to secure seats for the SPD and Greens in the state parliament.

Russian Opposition Party Yabloko Appeals Election Ban
Politicsaftonbladetlsm-lvder-standard+1Moscow Times2d ago4 sources

Russian Opposition Party Yabloko Appeals Election Ban

Russia's liberal opposition party Yabloko has filed an appeal against the Supreme Court's ruling that bars it from participating in State Duma elections. The party is challenging the decision to prevent its involvement in the upcoming parliamentary elections.

Sweden Lowers Age of Criminal Responsibility to 14
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Sweden Lowers Age of Criminal Responsibility to 14

The Swedish Parliament has voted to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 15 to 14 years old. This change means that 14-year-olds can now be sentenced to prison for crimes.

Montenegro Youth Council Calls for Authentic Roma Representation in Parliament
Politicscdm-me3d ago

Montenegro Youth Council Calls for Authentic Roma Representation in Parliament

The Council of Youth Initiatives of the President of Montenegro has urged relevant institutions to prioritize authentic political representation for the Roma community. They called for concrete steps to ensure the Roma community gains its own representative in the Parliament of Montenegro as part of ongoing electoral reform.