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WorldNHK World1d ago

Japanese Parties Propose Stricter Procedures for Lethal Weapon Exports

Centrist Reform Alliance, the Constitutional Democratic Party, and Komeito have proposed stricter procedures for the overseas transfer of defense equipment, including requiring cabinet approval for lethal weapons, in response to a government plan to abolish '5 categories' of exports.

PoliticsNHK World8d ago

LDP Demands Accountability After Fatal Boat Accident Off Okinawa's Henoko

Following a boat capsizing accident off Henoko, Okinawa, which resulted in the deaths of a high school student and the captain, Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) held a meeting where members demanded clarification of responsibility. The Ministry of Education plans to issue a nationwide notice to ensure safety in off-campus activities.

Kebbi Federal Lawmaker Defects from PDP to APC
Politicsvanguard-ng10d ago

Kebbi Federal Lawmaker Defects from PDP to APC

A federal lawmaker from Kebbi state has dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing unresolved leadership challenges and prolonged litigations within the PDP as reasons for his defection.

Croatia's SDP Proposes New Defense Strategy
Worldjutarnji-list1d ago

Croatia's SDP Proposes New Defense Strategy

Croatia's former Chief of Staff has drafted a document outlining the Social Democratic Party's (SDP) plan for national defense, questioning the current strategy's assessment of direct military threats despite NATO and EU membership.

Rangel Criticizes PS Leader's Visit to Venezuela
Politics2d ago

Rangel Criticizes PS Leader's Visit to Venezuela

After other PSD (Social Democratic Party) figures - and even from the PS - it was Rangel's turn to criticize Carneiro for a "partisan" visit and "parallel diplomacy." Contacts for the release of 6 detained Portuguese-Venezuelans continue.

DPS Rožaje Criticizes Šahmanović Over System Dysfunction
Politicsvijesti-mecdm-me4d ago2 sources

DPS Rožaje Criticizes Šahmanović Over System Dysfunction

The Municipal Board of the Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS) Rožaje issued a statement criticizing Šahmanović, asserting that talk of "maximum discounts" would not silence citizens regarding the consequences of the dysfunctional system he leads.

Florida Vice Mayor's Husband Charged with Murder After Her Death
PoliticsAPFox NewsThe Independent+2Times of Indiahindustan-times7d ago5 sources

Florida Vice Mayor's Husband Charged with Murder After Her Death

Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen was found dead in her home, leading to the arrest of her husband, Stephen Bowen, who has now been charged with premeditated murder and evidence tampering. Her family has released an emotional statement as details about her life and career emerge, following the domestic violence incident.

Estonian SDE Party Proposes Development Bank for Innovation
Politicserr-news9d ago

Estonian SDE Party Proposes Development Bank for Innovation

Lauri Läänemets, Chairman of Estonia's Social Democratic Party (SDE), has proposed the creation of a development bank to help Estonian companies secure favorable loans and foster innovation, an idea that may be included in the party's 2027 election program.

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Considers Defection to ADC
PoliticsPremium Timesvanguard-ng9d ago2 sources

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Considers Defection to ADC

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, is signaling a potential move to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) amid an ongoing crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), with a final decision expected soon.

Montenegrin Democrats Accuse DPS of Corruption, Question EU Path
Politicsvijesti-me9d ago

Montenegrin Democrats Accuse DPS of Corruption, Question EU Path

Montenegro's Democratic Party criticized the DPS party, questioning how they intended to lead Montenegro into Europe given alleged corruption, including custody accounts, secret contracts, and undeclared luxury items. The Democrats highlighted discrepancies in family assets compared to wealthy individuals.

Albanian Parliament to Discuss Arrest of Former Deputy PM Balluku
Politicsbalkan-web5h ago

Albanian Parliament to Discuss Arrest of Former Deputy PM Balluku

The Albanian Parliament's Council of Mandates is set to convene to discuss SPAK's request for the arrest of former Deputy Prime Minister Arben Ahmetaj (referred to as Balluku in the article), a move the Democratic Party group calls unprecedented as it precedes a Constitutional Court decision.

PoliticsNHK World1d ago

Japan Considers Shortening Timeline for Food Sales Tax Zero Implementation

Regarding the proposal to eliminate consumption tax on food items, the Liberal Democratic Party's Policy Research Council Chairman, Kobayashi, indicated the need to consider ways to shorten the time required for cash register system modifications, in response to concerns from businesses about early implementation.

Albanian MP Criticizes Health Minister Over Medical Supply Shortages
Politicsnaftemporikibalkan-webnewsbeast1d ago3 sources

Albanian MP Criticizes Health Minister Over Medical Supply Shortages

Albanian MP Saimir Korreshi of the Democratic Party has publicly criticized Health Minister Evis Sala, accusing her of unresponsiveness to interpellation requests and highlighting a lack of essential medical supplies like cotton and gloves in Lushnjë.

PSD/Madeira Accuses PS and Chega of Centralist Vision
Worldobservador2d ago

PSD/Madeira Accuses PS and Chega of Centralist Vision

The Social Democratic Party of Madeira has accused the Socialist Party and Chega of holding a 'centralist vision' that has harmed and penalized initiatives from the regional parliaments of Madeira and the Azores.

Discussions Intensify Over Potential Changes in Lithuanian Ruling Coalition
Worlddelfi-lt3d ago

Discussions Intensify Over Potential Changes in Lithuanian Ruling Coalition

Discussions are growing louder regarding potential changes in Lithuania's ruling coalition, with the Democratic Union "For Lithuania" being named as a possible alternative to the current "Nemunas Dawn" party. Decisions on the ruling majority's composition are expected from the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party.

Gbenga Hashim Considers Leaving PDP Amid Party Crisis
Politicsvanguard-ng3d ago

Gbenga Hashim Considers Leaving PDP Amid Party Crisis

Presidential aspirant and founding member Gbenga Hashim is reportedly weighing his options to exit the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the crisis rocking the Nigerian political party deepens. His potential departure highlights the growing internal turmoil within the PDP.

Albanian PD Deputies Testify in Case Against Former Tropoja Mayor
Politicsbalkan-web3d ago

Albanian PD Deputies Testify in Case Against Former Tropoja Mayor

Four deputies from Albania's Democratic Party (PD) have testified as witnesses in the criminal case against Zyra Islamaj, the former acting mayor of Tropoja. The head of the PD parliamentary group, Gazment Bardhi, expressed satisfaction that their complaint was deemed valid by SPAK.

Sali Berisha Appears Before SPAK, Comments on Ergys Agasi
Worldbalkan-web4d ago

Sali Berisha Appears Before SPAK, Comments on Ergys Agasi

Democratic Party leader Sali Berisha appeared before the Special Prosecution Office (SPAK) as part of a security measure, stating that Ergys Agasi is a 'frequent visitor of Surrel' and denying any international arrest warrant for him.

PDP Loses Last Seat in Gombe Assembly, Nigeria
WorldPremium Times6d ago

PDP Loses Last Seat in Gombe Assembly, Nigeria

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has lost its final seat in the Gombe State Assembly, with the lawmaker joining the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Governor Muhammadu Yahaya stated this reflects growing confidence in the APC-led administration.

Politicspunch-ng7d ago

Former Kebbi PDP Scribe Explains Mass Resignations

A former scribe for Nigeria's Kebbi State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) revealed that state executives are resigning en masse due to an internal party crisis and Governor Wike's perceived alliance with the All Progressives Congress (APC).

PoliticsNHK World8d ago

Japanese Parliament Agrees to Intensive Budget Deliberation

The House of Councillors' parliamentary affairs chiefs from Japan's Liberal Democratic Party and Constitutional Democratic Party have agreed to hold an intensive deliberation on the current fiscal year's budget on April 6, requesting the presence of Prime Minister Takachi.

Serbian Police Raid on University Rectorate Condemned as Attack on Serbia, Sparks Fears of Politicizing Tragedy
Politicsn1-serbiabalkan-insight9d ago2 sources

Serbian Police Raid on University Rectorate Condemned as Attack on Serbia, Sparks Fears of Politicizing Tragedy

Serbia's Democratic Party (DS) and the 'Kreni-promeni' movement have condemned the police raid on the University of Belgrade Rectorate, with the DS stating it was not a standard police action but an attempt to undermine a key institution, calling it an 'attack on Serbia.' The raid, following the unexplained death of a student, has sparked fears about 'politicizing a tragedy' as government officials sought to blame university staff who supported student protests.

Court Upholds Nullification of Abia PDP Congresses in Nigeria
Politicsvanguard-ng10d ago

Court Upholds Nullification of Abia PDP Congresses in Nigeria

The Court of Appeal in Owerri has affirmed a previous judgment that nullified the Ward and Local Government Congresses/primaries of the Abia State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This decision impacts the party's internal structure in the state.