Stefanishyna, a former deputy prime minister and justice minister, was appointed ambassador in July last year.

A historical account details how Indira Gandhi, through an emergency presidential decree, secretly nationalized 14 banks overnight, a move that significantly altered the course of a superpower.

A presidential decree by Volodymyr Zelenskyy, naming a Ukrainian special forces unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA), has reignited historical disputes between Poland and Ukraine. The move is seen as a 'slap in the face' to Poland, threatening to humiliate Zelenskyy among allies.

The Presidential Decree for the South Aegean 1 – Southern Cyclades National Marine Park in Greece was completed on Monday and circulated to relevant ministries, adhering to the announced timeline.

Elections for a new mayor of the 'Sredets' district in Sofia, Bulgaria, are scheduled for June 14, following a presidential decree in March and a Central Election Commission decision on key deadlines.

A presidential decree has named Bishop Benjamin Ndiaye, Riad Kawar, and Adama Paris among the new recipients of the prestigious National Order in Senegal.

Moldova's Defense Minister has explained that Moldovan peacekeepers are once again wearing the national flag on their uniforms in the Security Zone, a change made possible by modifications to a presidential decree and updated regulations from 1993.

Kyrgyzstan has appointed 44-year-old Damirbek Osmonov, who completed his medical education in Türkiye, as the new health minister. The presidential decree removed former Health Mi...

Sociologist Tsvetozar Tomov, a member of Bulgaria's Central Election Commission (CEC), has commented that the presidential decree concerning the CEC is a small step in the wrong direction.

Following a new presidential decree published in Türkiye’s Official Gazette, certain areas within the Mount Ağrı National Park have been designated as 'sensitive zones' for protection.

A Presidential Decree for the environmental protection of Gyaros and its marine zone has been signed by the President of the Republic, Konstantinos Tasoulas, outlining 10 immediate actions.

A presidential decree in Senegal has named Bishop Benjamin Ndiaye, Riad Kawar, and Adama Paris among the new recipients of the National Order.

Türkiye’s Center for Combating Disinformation dismissed claims that a recent presidential decree would permit logistical assistance to Israel or allow foreign weapons.

South Korea's government has approved presidential decrees to finalize three major integrations of public universities, marking a decisive stage in the country's university restructuring efforts.

Tomas Godliauskas, head of the 'Universal Defense' association, has been appointed by presidential decree as a member of the National Universal Defense Coordination Council.

A recent presidential decree in Azerbaijan has created a new National Cybersecurity Agency, granting it extensive powers with limited checks and balances for online control.

The community of Loreto successfully challenged and reversed a presidential decree related to the cruise industry. This action demonstrates Loreto's ability to stand up to powerful interests and protect its local environment.

Argentine President Javier Milei has issued a presidential decree to double the salaries of his Cabinet ministers. This decision has drawn attention amidst ongoing economic reforms and austerity measures.

Serbian Minister of Defense Bratislav Gašić presented the presidential decree promoting Colonel Darko Đošić, commander of the 'Kobre' military police special purpose unit, to the rank of brigadier general.

Kosovo's Constitutional Court has annulled a decree issued by the president, stating it had no legal effect, and giving parliament one month to elect a new president.

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