Valérie Dittli, a controversial state councilor, plans to run again for the Vaud government, potentially without the support of her Centre party, which reportedly seeks to remove her.

The Vaudois Centre party has confirmed its decision to withdraw support for State Councillor Valérie Dittli, following an earlier vote against her in July.

The Vaud State Councilor, criticized for months, has broken her silence, demanding the removal of the Meylan report, a request the canton has rejected.

Several parties are demanding the resignation or suspension of Ticino State Councilor Claudio Zali following his controversial 'beat them up' comment, leaving his position in the Ticino State Council uncertain.

The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Akwa Ibom State Council, has honored former chairman Israel Umoh by renaming its conference hall after him, recognizing his infrastructural legacy.

The NUJ Gombe State Council congratulated new Gombe appointees and charged them to embrace transparency, inclusiveness, and deliver tangible results for the state.

Media practitioner Iyabo Aina has been awarded a Certificate of Credence by the NUJ Lagos State Council, recognizing her significant contributions to the Correspondents’ Chapel.

France's Conseil d’État has upheld the environmental authorization for the A69 highway, rejecting challenges from environmental groups and confirming a previous decision by the administrative court of appeal in Toulouse.

The Geneva State Council reported a positive outcome for its security arrangements during the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, having achieved its objectives. However, a police operation during the summit has drawn criticism, leaving questions unanswered.

Valérie Dittli, a Waadtländer Mitte state councilor, is once again under judicial scrutiny, this time regarding a 10,000 Swiss franc fee. The exact suspicions are not yet public, but corruption is reportedly not the focus.

The Austrian coalition government is allocating hundreds of millions in the new budget for childcare, with FPÖ state councilors from Salzburg and Styria presenting a position paper on how to distribute these funds through a new agreement.

The Swiss National and State Councils are meeting in Bern from June 1 to 19 for their summer session, with several proposals expected to spark heated debates and two new council members sworn in.

Swiss SP State Councillor Mathilde Crevoisier Crelier is advocating for contributions for care work to be included in the second pillar of the pension system.

Vorarlberg's Freedom Party (FPÖ) State Councilor Christian Allgäuer has resigned from his position. His departure was met with regret by the Green and SPÖ parties.

China's State Council has released guidelines calling for the "complete elimination" of household registration restrictions on migrants' participation in employee social insurance, signaling a relaxation of the hukou system.

A member of the Slovenian State Council, Lotrič, has criticized public sector pay raises and is challenging his own salary increase before the constitutional court.

Councillors in South Africa's Free State province are reportedly applying for jobs within the municipalities they serve, fearing potential losses in the 2026 elections and resisting provincial interventions aimed at improving local government.

China's State Council has officially approved a new plan aimed at urban renewal. This decision marks a significant step towards modernizing cities and improving living conditions across the country.

Following complaints from several associations, France's administrative justice system, the Conseil d’État, has ordered the state to rectify dysfunctions in the Anef residence permit application portal within six months, citing infringements on user rights.

The Lagos State Council of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria has asserted its elected leadership as the sole authority, dismissing claims made by a rival faction.

A global energy shock is feared due to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly concerning Iran, the US, and Israel. China is reportedly confronting a potential supply shock and is considering its energy strategy in response.

A new book by a medical doctor discusses the historical use of enemas as a therapeutic practice across ancient cultures, noting that King Louis XIV reportedly used them before state councils.

The State Council Information Office (SCIO) held a briefing to discuss China's national economic performance for the first quarter of the year.

The Spanish government has welcomed the Council of State's favorable opinion on a Royal Decree for extraordinary regularization, which the Ministry plans to present to the Council of Ministers soon.

The Georgian state council denied early release for journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli, citing her lack of remorse for slapping police Chief Irakli Dgebuadze.

Beijing has appointed Janice Tse Siu-wa, formerly the Permanent Secretary for the Environment, as Hong Kong’s new constitutional and mainland affairs minister, following the resignation of Erick Tsang Kwok-wai in January.

An extraordinary and secret state council was held at the Royal Palace on Wednesday at 3:30 PM, with the Crown Prince returning to Skaugum 76 minutes later, sparking speculation.

The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has announced the introduction of new undergraduate and postgraduate courses as part of a new educational framework.

The Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) has urged universities to implement academic reforms aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) is set to organize a faculty development program focusing on discipline-specific applications of Artificial Intelligence.

Vladimir Putin and Alexander Lukashenka discussed how the Russia-Belarus Union State will respond to new threats from hostile countries during a joint meeting of the Supreme State Council.

Austrian Green party state councilor Kaineder appeared in a studio to discuss drought relief measures.

Tension is rising within the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) after its Lagos State Council defied a directive not to attend the inauguration of the pro-Tinubu group, Working People United (WoPU), leading to queries for the state chairman.

France's Council of State has upheld a reform concerning the psychiatric infirmary of the Paris police prefecture, confirming the need to ensure the legal maximum stay of 48 hours is respected.

Eze Linus Nto Mbah, Chairman of the Abia State Council of Traditional Rulers, has denied allegations that he prevented a resident from burying his late wife, with a police investigation currently underway.

Ticino State Councillor Claudio Zali is facing increasing criticism after allegedly being heard in an illegally recorded phone conversation advising to beat a woman, adding to other incidents that have put him under pressure.

Spain's Popular Party (PP) is demanding that the Council of State rule on the 'grandchildren's law' (Ley de Nietos), specifically challenging an instruction that expands nationalizations.

Salzburg's Vice Mayor Kay-Michael Dankl (KPÖ) stated that complicated renovation projects are not 'sexy' for politicians, emphasizing the need for public role models in such initiatives during a discussion with State Councilor Maximilian Aigner (ÖVP).

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) is anticipated to release the AP EAMCET (EAPCET) results on June 30, 2026, which will be available on the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.

Allegations suggest that some companies were paid from the state council budget for services that benefited the Fokus political party during an election campaign in Slovenia.

The Norwegian Crown Prince has canceled a State Council meeting and announced further cancellations due to an illness. The condition, lung fibrosis, is described as an incurable disease.

The Geneva motorway bypass (A1) will be partially closed between June 15 and 17, the State Council announced, in preparation for the upcoming G7 Summit.

China's State Council has published new rules, effective July 1, that introduce sweeping controls on overseas trade, including requiring authorization for exports of restricted Chinese goods, technologies, and data, as a measure to counter sanctions.

State Council investigation team opens public reporting channels for Shanxi coal mine explosion inquiry  Global Times

Finland's Social Democratic Party (SDP) has accused the government of deliberate negligence in its economic policy, calling the state council's report on correcting the excessive deficit a 'dark wedding gift' during a parliamentary session.

China's State Council Taiwan Affairs Office has issued a response to former U.S. President Donald Trump's recent comments indicating he was 'not looking to have somebody go independent' regarding Taiwan.

A member of Slovenia's State Council, Lotrič, has criticized public sector pay raises while simultaneously appealing his own salary to the constitutional court, citing concerns over the amount and timing of the increase.

A new code in Lower Austria defines integration as an "obligation" (Bringschuld), with FPÖ State Councillor Martin Antauer stressing that those who wish to live there must contribute, learn the language, work, and adhere to local rules.

Slovenia's Levica party has called for the resignation of State Council President Marko Lotrič, citing his accumulation of functions as incompatible with his role, though Lotrič insists he will not step down.

The Centre party in the canton of Vaud, Switzerland, has reaffirmed its confidence in State Councillor Valérie Dittli, despite her having admitted to errors, following a meeting of the cantonal board.

China's State Council has announced the removal of an unnamed official from their position, a decision made by the central government.

Four Undang in Negeri Sembilan have publicly challenged Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun's account of advice given by the state council.

National political debate in Portugal focused on the non-election of Tiago Antunes as Ombudsman and the nominations by Seguro for State Councilors.

Days before the first State Council meeting, the Portuguese government in Belém still needs to finalize key team appointments, including State Councilors and Republic representatives for Madeira and the Azores.

Roger Nordmann, a former SP National Councillor and a political anomaly, has been appointed as the new State Councillor in the Canton of Vaud, Switzerland, after previously campaigning unsuccessfully for a federal executive position.

Spain's Council of State has issued a strong negative opinion against the proposed royal decree for time registration put forth by Yolanda Díaz, criticizing its impact on SMEs, data protection, and the legislative process.

China's State Council Information Office has released a white paper titled 'Hong Kong: Safeguarding China’s National Security Under the Framework of One Country, Two Systems'. This document, the third of its kind, outlines how national security and the 'one country, two systems' principle are intertwined.

China is counting on artificial intelligence (AI) to help the 450 million people living in rural areas left behind by the nation’s economic boom. Farmers are already benefiting from the technology, using AI offerings such as DeepSeek or ByteDance’s Doubao for help with issues like pig rearing, pest control and government subsidies. The State Council’s “No 1 document” of 2026, extended a push for the “digital upgrading” of farming, with an emphasis on the greater integration of AI, drones, rob...

FPÖ state councillors support Karner's draft on basic services, while FPÖ leader Kickl's proposal for central control of the health system faces reservations from state-level FPÖ officials.

France's Conseil d'État confirmed the classification of La France Insoumise (LFI) as 'extreme left' and Éric Ciotti's UDR party as 'extreme right' for the March 2026 municipal elections.

Colombia’s government is expected to decree a 23.7% minimum wage hike for the second time after allegedly obtaining the support of a majority of labor unions and business associations. The State Council, Colombia’s highest administrative court, ordered the government to issue a transitional decree after provisionally suspending the initial minimum age hike that was decreed […] The post New decree on Colombia’s minimum wage to maintain 23.7% hike: labor minister appeared first on Colombia News.

Waadtländer State Councillor Valérie Dittli has announced her intention to run for re-election in a newspaper interview, despite facing resistance from her own political party. She stated her aim is "to win."

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has donated a new Toyota Hiace bus to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council. The donation aims to support the union's activities.

Gianni Righinetti, deputy editor-in-chief and political commentator for "Corriere del Ticino," discusses the ongoing affair involving Ticino State Councilor Claudio Zali, emphasizing that the canton must not conceal any wrongdoing.

The Lega dei Ticinesi party is struggling to formulate a strategy amidst a scandal surrounding its state councilor, Claudio Zali, who faces various accusations and is on the verge of political downfall, with the party set to meet on Friday.

The French Conseil d’État has validated a medical team's decision to cease treatments for a patient against his will, following a battle between the patient and his family against the hospital's decision.

Luxembourg's State Council continues to identify significant shortcomings in the reform of juvenile criminal law and youth protection, calling for further improvements to address legal uncertainties.

The Slovenian government has decided that former State Council President Janez Sušnik will be buried with military honors, following a proposal from the State Council highlighting his significant contributions.

The FDP Vaud (Switzerland) has decided to support tax cuts, a move that reveals a growing estrangement between the party's base and its state councilors.

A public finance oversight commission in Slovenia experienced a heated debate, with suspicions raised that some companies were paid from the State Council's budget for the Fokus party's pre-election campaign.

An event celebrating Greek and Chinese culture, themed around Socrates and Confucius, was held in Athens. The event was organized under the guidance of China's State Council Press Office and the Chinese Embassy in Greece.

Isabel Capeloa Gil, rector of the Catholic University and a new State Councilor, argues that labor reform without artificial intelligence is a missed opportunity and advocates for regime pacts in more areas.

The fallout from the state council elections, in which the national leadership of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, TUC, has been accused of attempting to impose preferred candidates on some state…

China's State Council has established a team to investigate a recent coal mine explosion that occurred in Shanxi province.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the provisional AP EAMCET 2026 answer key and response sheets, allowing candidates to raise objections until May 27, 2026.

The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office has issued a response regarding the mainland film 'Dear You' and its significant resonance across the Taiwan Straits.

According to state councilor Antauer (FPÖ), the goal is the "consistent reduction of immigration with a high integration need". Communication with authorities should take place exclusively in German.

China's value-added industrial output increased by 5.6% in the first four months of the year, as announced during a State Council Information Office briefing on national economic performance for April.

Miguel Bastos Araújo gives a positive note to the entry of new voices in politics. The new State Councilor positively assesses the weight of renewable energies in the country.

The Akyem Abuakwa State Council has declared Etweresohene Nana Ofosu Kwabi Ayebiahwe persona non grata, banning him from all palaces within the Akyem Abuakwa State.

China's State Council has published new guidelines on innovative drug pricing, described by analysts as the most significant in a decade. The new rules aim to reward drug innovation and ease pricing tensions for both domestic and multinational pharmaceutical companies.

Proposals from the Ticino State Council regarding the implementation of two health insurance initiatives have been widely criticized across the political spectrum. Critics from both left and right have deemed the suggestions "absolutely insufficient."

The Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) has directed state councils to abandon traditional May Day celebrations in favor of street protests, leading to concerns about potential sanctions.

Spain's State Council has issued a warning regarding the management of extraordinary regularization requests for immigrants, urging the Executive to limit the use of public companies like Tragsa for processing applications.

Petra Kersnič, who championed the importance of healthcare and midwifery professions in the State Council and proposed legislative improvements, has passed away.

FPÖ state councillors in Austria have criticized a federal plan for 'care from day one,' arguing that the central government is shifting key challenges onto the states rather than resolving them.

Nathaniel Anigbo, the former chairman of the Anambra State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), has been laid to rest in his hometown of Agulu, Anambra State.

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has elected new office-bearers for its Puducherry State Council.

The Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) is set to host a 'SparkHer' boot camp aimed at supporting and empowering women scientists.

The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has initiated an AI training program specifically designed for faculty members.

Portuguese political parties are struggling to agree on appointments for judges, positions in the Council of State, and the Ombudsman's Office, with the PS party expressing nostalgia for a 'central bloc' agreement with the PSD.

Colombia's State Council provisionally suspended President Gustavo Petro's minimum wage hike, while the defense minister ordered increased protection for Petro due to mounting plot fears.