The Chief of Staff of Defense, Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, warned parliamentary committees that Italy would be particularly penalized in the event of a blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb strait and the Suez Canal, during an audition on the mission decree.

A Pakistani parliamentary committee witnessed heated exchanges during a review of the 2026-27 budget, focusing on alleged irregularities within the automobile sector. The committee recommended relief for exporters, tariff reforms, and a review of electricity fixed charges.

Mirta Matić, President of the Croatian Supreme Court, presented a report to the parliamentary Committee on Justice, highlighting a continued decrease in the number of unresolved court cases during the past year.

Albanian MP Redi Muçi stated that draft laws for the integration process are not being addressed in parliamentary committees, claiming that international partners have lost trust in Prime Minister Edi Rama.

Croatian MP Sandra Benčić of Možemo! confirmed she used the word 'stoko' (beasts/cattle) after a parliamentary committee meeting, stating it was directed at the HDZ party, which had previously released a video claiming she said it.

A parliamentary committee in Pakistan has expressed concern over a decline in mango production and the increasing use of artificial sweeteners in beverages. This trend is adversely affecting the demand for natural mango-pulp-based products.

A parliamentary committee's review of the Swedish government concluded with a lack of consensus among its members. The examination of the government's actions ultimately resulted in disagreement rather than a unified finding.

A petition concerning the transition to the Nationality Law has garnered over 2,500 signatures, meeting the minimum requirement for discussion by the Parliamentary Committee on Constitutional Affairs, Rights, Freedoms, and Guarantees.

The Serbian Parliamentary Committee for Control of Security Services adopted reports on the work of the BIA and the security situation in Serbia, with a focus on intelligence regarding Montenegrin services and clans allegedly threatening President Vučić's security. The session, held behind closed doors, also saw the arrival of Vladimir Orlić.

Bulgaria's ruling coalition has reportedly handed over the chairmanships of secondary parliamentary committees to the opposition.

All candidates for ministers in Janez Janša's emerging fourth government successfully completed their presentations before the competent parliamentary committees, outlining priorities such as military modernization, tax relief, and infrastructure acceleration.

The Greek Parliament is set to establish a committee for the review of the Constitution within June. This committee will be responsible for examining potential amendments to the country's foundational legal document.

The Slovenian Parliament continued with the second round of hearings for ministerial candidates, with a vote on the ministerial team expected after the rapid hearings conclude on Thursday. Candidates such as Kajzer, Matoz, and Ribičeva were among those undergoing marathon questioning before parliamentary committees.

Janez Cigler Kralj, the candidate for Minister of Agriculture, successfully passed his hearing before the parliamentary committee, with nine members voting in favor and six against his presentation.

The Albanian Parliament is scheduled to hold a plenary session today at 5:00 PM to discuss several draft decisions concerning the functioning and composition of permanent parliamentary committees.

A session of the Serbian Parliamentary Committee for Defense and Internal Affairs concluded without providing concrete answers regarding the "Senjak case," as the police director remained silent and the minister reportedly "survived a terrible judgment."

Serbian Internal Affairs Minister Ivica Dacic, speaking at a parliamentary committee, questioned who resigned following the assassination of Zoran Djindjic, in a discussion about political responsibility.

The Serbian Parliamentary Committee for Education, Science, Technological Development, and Information Society adopted the Ministry of Education's report on its work for the first three months of this year, following a debate.

Nikola Grmoja, President of the Parliamentary Committee for Justice, criticized the new President of the Supreme Court, Mirta Matić, for refusing to appear before the Committee to present a report on the state of the judiciary, describing her behavior as aristocratic.

PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis launched an attack on the Greek government regarding events in the Parliament's Institutions and Transparency Committee and a proposal for a preliminary inquiry into two former ministers.

Bulgaria's Minister of Labor and Social Policy, Natalia Efremova, announced that all social payments will be transferred on time, during a meeting of the temporary parliamentary committee on budget and finance.

Greek politician Nikos Androulakis publicized his dialogue with EYP chief Themistoklis Demiris during a parliamentary committee, where Demiris reportedly stated he had not seen the reasons for Androulakis's surveillance. Government sources criticized Androulakis for making the exchange public.

A privilege motion has been moved against Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in Rajya Sabha, with Congress leader Jairam Ramesh accusing him of lowering Parliament's dignity through remarks related to a parliamentary committee post the NEET paper leak case.

On the occasion of International Family Day, the Croatian Parliamentary Committee for Family, Youth, and Sport has urged all institutions and societal stakeholders to collaborate in supporting families and ensuring equal opportunities for every child.

Political parties Jamaat and NCP in Bangladesh are reportedly planning to skip a special parliamentary committee meeting convened to discuss constitutional amendments.

Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Water Management Vladimir Joković will be questioned by the parliamentary committee at the request of Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS) MPs regarding the state of agriculture and problems in the dairy sector.

The Polish parliamentary justice committee has finalized a list of 15 judge-candidates for the National Council of the Judiciary, including nominees from PiS and Konfederacja.

A parliamentary committee has approved proposed amendments to election laws, including those put forth by an SNS Member of Parliament. Additionally, a rapporteur from the SNS party has been appointed to oversee these legislative changes.

A dispute has erupted in the Slovenian National Assembly concerning the allocation of parliamentary committee positions. The Svoboda party is demanding a larger share, while Levica warns of potential exclusion within the emerging coalition.

Ghana's Parliament's Health Committee is scheduled to meet with the three-member investigative team that probed the circumstances surrounding the death of engineer Charles Amissah to gain a deeper understanding of their findings.

A parliamentary committee report in France recommends deep cuts to public broadcasters, sparking debate over austerity measures and concerns about political bias.

The 16th meeting of the EU-Moldova Association Parliamentary Committee is taking place in Brussels, where participants are discussing accelerating Moldova's EU accession negotiations and a financial aid package of €1.9 billion.

The Hungarian Academy of Sciences (MTA) has elected a new president, while other news includes strengthened protection for Putin, parliamentary committee leadership, and ongoing high school exams.

The Tisza Party is set to lead fourteen parliamentary committees, while Fidesz will lead four, with KDNP and Mi Hazánk each securing one chairmanship, as new leadership appointments are revealed.

Iceland's Minister of Education, Inga Sæland, confirmed at a parliamentary committee meeting that there are no immediate plans for high school mergers, addressing questions about structural changes.

Latvia's election IT system improvements, now entrusted to three state-owned companies, are projected to cost 580,000 euros, a figure lower than initial estimates. This was announced during a parliamentary committee meeting.

The co-chairman of the EU-Montenegro Stabilization and Association Parliamentary Committee (POSP) emphasized the need for Montenegro to finalize its electoral reform during the 25th POSP meeting in Strasbourg, highlighting strong support from EU institutions.

A Finnish parliamentary committee is advancing a government proposal to ease regulations on fixed-term employment contracts, while hoping the government monitors its impact on women's position in the labor market.

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Justice Minister Waldemar Żurek clashed with Bogucki during a parliamentary committee meeting, questioning the president's selective invitations to judges for the Constitutional Tribunal.

The parliamentary committee for incompatibility of functions ruled in the dispute between Minister of Agriculture Richard Takáč and MP Alojz Hlina, concluding that Hlina would not receive a 50,000 euro fine.

Sweden's Liberal Party has rejected the Sweden Democrats' request to summon the heads of public broadcasters SVT and SR to a parliamentary committee, indicating a disagreement over the broadcasters' r

During a parliamentary committee hearing on journalism, CBC president Marie-Philippe Bouchard denied accusations that the public broadcaster's news coverage is biased or that it poaches journalists from smaller media outlets in regional markets.

An Austrian parliamentary inquiry committee has scheduled hearings for May, focusing on the work of the police and justice system, and plans to summon Pilnacek's widow, Caroline List, along with…

The Chairman of the Electronic and Postal Communications Authority (AKEP), Mr. Gentian Sala, along with institutional representatives, welcomed the Committee for Natural Resources, Infrastructure, and Sustainable Development for a monitoring visit. The meeting focused on the oversight and development of the communications sector.

There may be four additional parliamentary committees in Hungary's new parliamentary cycle, tasked with discussing bills and overseeing government work, including minister hearings.

László Toroczkai, leader of Hungary's Mi Hazánk (Our Homeland Movement) party, stated that his faction's influence has grown and they are seeking more leading committee positions in the parliament.

The house purchase involving Pilnacek is once again under investigation by a parliamentary committee. Reports indicate that Harald Stefan, a veteran of the FPÖ party, has appeared as a trustee in connection with the transaction.

A data forensic expert from the Federal Criminal Police Office was questioned in the parliamentary committee investigating the case of the late former Justice Section Chief Christian Pilnacek, regarding the securing of smartwatch data.

The Venezuelan Parliament has unanimously approved four resolution projects in a parliamentary committee. The report also noted that six Portuguese-Venezuelans remain detained in the country.

A special parliamentary committee in Poland has rejected a motion to dismiss a draft bill concerning the status of a "close person" and has begun detailed work on its provisions, adopting several clarifying amendments.

The opposition party was unsuccessful in its attempt to delay the review of an LRT amendment within a parliamentary committee.

Eight French trade unions have jointly urged Sébastien Lecornu to abandon the mixed parliamentary committee aimed at accelerating the adoption of a text expanding work on May 1st, citing respect for 'social history.'

An IT technician testified before an Austrian parliamentary committee, shedding light on the unusual circumstances surrounding how Pilnacek's laptop came into the possession of the WKStA.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is expected to announce its Senate candidate today, following instructions from the parliamentary committee for all candidates to temporarily withhold the submission of their nomination papers.

Serbian Minister Nemanja Starović faced criticism from the SSP for citing 35 official trips as evidence of his work during a parliamentary committee meeting, instead of addressing concerns about Serbia's European future.

Bangladesh's Chief Whip announced that a special parliamentary committee will soon be formed to facilitate constitutional amendments.

A report indicates that citizen petitions in Montenegro rarely reach parliamentary committees, let alone the executive branch, despite a threshold for them to become valid.

A new draft law, initiated by Socialist MP Ramion Kurti, was approved in two parliamentary committees, proposing changes to the 2022 law on technological and scientific parks. The bill introduces the concept of a virtual park, specifically for “Durana,” due to the absence of a physical park.

Polish parliamentary committees are reviewing a proposal to make Good Friday a statutory public holiday, a change that would affect most workers who currently treat it as a normal working day.

A South Korean parliamentary committee has passed a bill to designate Labor Day as an official public holiday. If approved, May 1 would become a national holiday.

An opinion piece questions the nature of the Supreme Court of Canada's hearing on Quebec's Bill 21, suggesting it resembles a parliamentary committee more than an appellate court and raising concerns about a potential 'judicial coup d’etat.'

An Indian parliamentary committee has called for a unified, gender-sensitive cybercrime law to address rising online offenses targeting women and children, also recommending age-appropriate social media regulations. Concurrently, a government panel is considering expanding the Sahyog portal to allow law enforcement agencies to request user data from electronic service providers, including social media intermediaries.

An Indian parliamentary committee has instructed the Election Commission not to remove genuine voters from electoral rolls, urging a fair and inclusive revision process with safeguards for vulnerable sections as the SIR system expands to more states.

The Bulgarian Parliamentary Energy Committee has adopted a decision prohibiting the relevant minister, as the sole owner of the Bulgarian Energy Holding, from undertaking any actions to change the holding's structure.

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has received proposals from four paramilitary forces to establish 53 new battalions, which would add approximately 53,000 personnel, according to a parliamentary committee report.

An extraordinary session of the Slovak National Council's Defense and Security Committee, intended to address the controversial construction of a new military hospital in Prešov, did not take place due to a lack of quorum.

A special parliamentary committee in Canada will recommend an indefinite pause on the expansion of medical assistance in dying (MAID) for individuals whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness.

A parliamentary committee in Kenya is set to investigate the rising cases of unrest in schools and is floating the idea of reintroducing corporal punishment as a disciplinary measure.

Croatian Member of Parliament Sandra Benčić from the Možemo! party confirmed she used the word 'stoko' (cattle/beasts) directed at the HDZ party after a parliamentary committee session, sparking public debate.

In Croatia, 78% of young people aged 18 to 34 live with their parents due to high housing costs and insecure jobs, prompting a parliamentary committee to seek solutions for their independence.

Parliamentary bodies are moving forward with significant decisions, including the approval of a selection team for committee leadership votes and the passage of 3D radar acquisition through a relevant committee.

The Croatian Parliamentary Committee for the Constitution, Rules of Procedure, and Political System has finalized a list of 16 valid candidates for the election of three new Constitutional Court judges.

A parliamentary committee has been established to investigate the "cash-in-the-sofa" scandal involving South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. The president's political future remains uncertain as he faces a potential vote.

Both opposition and coalition lawmakers in Thailand are supporting the establishment of a special parliamentary committee to oversee the spending of the government's 400-billion-baht emergency borrowing decree, despite ongoing disagreements about the loan's necessity.

The UK government has not ruled out further cuts to aid spending in its response to a parliamentary committee, leaving the committee's chair concerned about future aid commitments.

The Greek government and opposition paid tribute to Nikos Tagaras, the late Deputy Minister of Environment, during a parliamentary committee meeting, discussing a legislative reform he spearheaded.

Franci Matoz, candidate for Minister of Interior and Public Administration, successfully passed his hearing before the relevant parliamentary committee. Eight committee members deemed his presentation appropriate, while six voted against.

A solemn vote on the end-of-life law is scheduled for July 15 in the French National Assembly, following a likely failure of a joint parliamentary committee to reach a compromise.

OMT member Marc Bonten stated to a parliamentary committee that the Dutch cabinet should have sought broader advice regarding its corona policy, suggesting a more comprehensive approach was needed.

Candidates for the 16th Slovenian government, led by SDS leader Janez Janša, are being heard by parliamentary committees, with the first eight candidates outlining their priorities.

Luanda MP Dick Maungu is set to replace John Waluke as the Public Investments Committee chair after Wamboka was ejected, amidst a reshuffle pushing Gachagua allies to less influential roles.

Serbian parliamentary committees have adopted several important reports, including those on the work of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the state of security in Serbia. Additionally, a bill for settling Srbijavoz loans for 30 new trains was approved.

The battle for control over parliamentary committee chairs is intensifying in Cyprus as political parties maneuver for influence. ELAM, in particular, is reportedly targeting the education, environment, and defense committee chairs in the new parliament.

A parliamentary committee in Brazil is set to approve a proposal to reduce the work week to 40 hours and eliminate the six-day week, a move seen as eyeing upcoming elections, though economists suggest prioritizing an end to informality.

A "small U-committee" in the Austrian National Council, tasked with investigating subsidies, has completed its work.

A session of the Slovenian parliamentary committee for justice, intended to discuss an amendment to the law on parliamentary inquiry, was interrupted due to disagreements among political parties.

Nikos Androulakis, leader of the Greek opposition, announced his intention to take legal action against Themistoklis Demiris, the commander of the National Intelligence Service (EYP), during a closed-door parliamentary committee hearing.

A parliamentary committee in Zimbabwe has concluded its oversight visit to the Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC).

Montenegro's chief negotiator with the EU, Predrag Zenović, informed the parliamentary Committee for European Integration that the government anticipates the finalization of the EU accession agreement in the near future.

The Seimas Foreign Affairs Committee (URK) supports the Ministry's proposal to appoint Donatas Tamulaitis as Lithuania's ambassador to the Republic of Korea, the Republic of the Philippines, and Mongolia.

Japan's parliamentary committees are progressing with discussions on constitutional reforms, with the House of Councillors' Constitutional Review Committee preparing to address 'vote disparity' and the House of Representatives intensifying debate on a draft emergency clause.

Stevanović has proposed the allocation of additional seats for the Levica and Vesna parties within the working bodies of the National Assembly. This move aims to adjust representation in parliamentary committees.

Parliamentary committee hearings have commenced for the minister-designates of the proposed Tisza government in Hungary. Among the developments, Nobel laureate Katalin Karikó is expected to lead an advisory body to the health minister.

Cambridge International Education (CIE) cancelled an AS-level mathematics exam due to a leak, announcing a retake on June 9. A parliamentary committee is now seeking a report on the incident.

"Progressive Bulgaria" has secured a majority in the parliamentary committee responsible for establishing the rules of procedure for the National Assembly. This move, which represents the first significant act of the new parliament, has drawn criticism from opposition parties.

Vesna Vučemilović, President of the Croatian Parliamentary Committee, has convened a session to address scandals within sports federations. She is demanding that funds be directed to athletes rather than for personal interests.

A Serbian parliamentary committee held a public hearing in Niš on amendments to four election laws, with the ruling party claiming they align with ODIHR recommendations while the opposition dismissed them as cosmetic changes.

The Economic Affairs Committee of the Swiss Council of States has postponed its decision on the revision of the banking law, known as "Lex UBS," amidst ongoing debate on how much to accommodate the major bank.

The Prestea Huni-Valley Municipal Assembly has appealed for an urgent replacement of a broken-down skip truck to enhance waste management, coinciding with Parliament's Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources' nationwide oversight.

A parliamentary committee flagged key flaws in the SHA system, including cumbersome digital and administrative procedures, which are negatively impacting cancer patients.

Democratic Bulgaria has proposed that a parliamentary committee investigate the "Eight Dwarfs" influence and extortion network, which involves former investigator Petyo Petrov-Euroto, and the activities of the organized crime group led by the murdered Martin Bozhanov-Notary.

A Montenegrin parliamentary committee has approved a request from MPs of the Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS) and the European Alliance to summon officials, including Vuković and Šahmanović, for a control hearing.

A Serbian parliamentary committee supported a data protection agreement with Israel, despite opposition questions regarding its potential link to a drone factory. The opposition expressed concerns about the broader implications of the agreement.

The Czech parliamentary committee for media affairs has urged Culture Minister Ota Klempíř to withdraw the proposed public service media law from inter-ministerial review, which primarily concerns the financing of Czech Television.

The Czech parliamentary committee for media affairs, supported by opposition votes, has called on Culture Minister Ota Klempíř to withdraw the proposed law on public service media, which primarily concerns the financing of Czech Television and Czech Radio.

The President of the Icelandic Parliament announced changes in parliamentary committee assignments for the Independence Party, with Hildur Sverrisdóttir taking a main seat on the Foreign Affairs Committee.

During a session of the parliamentary Committee for the Constitution, Rules of Procedure, and Political System, the HDZ majority made an unusual decision regarding the election of constitutional judges. This marks the first time since 2010 that such a move has occurred, as constitutional judges have been elected by a two-thirds majority since then.

Former Canadian MP Damien Kurek has voiced strong criticism against the Liberal government's proposed plan for parliamentary committees, labeling it a 'democratic sin' and explaining his objections.

The Liberal party intends to table a motion to alter the composition of parliamentary committees, utilizing their recently secured majority in the House.

Director Zakonjšek presented key findings from the 2025 annual reports of the International Community – Transport Community to the parliamentary Committee for European Affairs, assuring that a solution is being sought for professional carriers in the Schengen zone.

Despite a petition signed by over 11,000 residents to save the Kaunas Christian Maternity Hospital, the Seimas Health Affairs Committee has expressed support for its reorganization, effectively leading to its closure.

A Pakistani parliamentary committee expressed concern over the heavy tax burden on mobile phones and recommended tax reductions to improve affordability.

The Swedish Social Democrats are calling six government ministers to parliamentary committees. The reason for this summons is their belief that the government has been passive and has not acted sufficiently on certain issues.

Guðmundur Ingi Kristinsson has taken Jónína Björk Óskarsdóttir's seat on the Icelandic Parliament's Environment and Transport Committee, after resigning from his party and sitting as an independent.

A parliamentary committee in Cyprus will convene to discuss a bill proposed by the opposition Akel party, aiming to tighten the rules for granting 'golden visas'.

Latvian trade unions are considering protests if a compromise is not reached on amendments to the Labor Law concerning overtime regulations. The proposed changes are currently being reviewed by a parliamentary committee.

Czech MP Zuzana Ožanová from the ANO party has proposed an amendment to the conflict of interest law, which would allow government officials to serve on supervisory boards of state-owned enterprises. The proposal has already passed one parliamentary committee.

A parliamentary committee in Sweden is set to examine the government's proposed citizenship bill next Tuesday, which includes reforms that a grassroots organization is calling for transition rules for.

An IT expert was questioned in the parliamentary committee investigating the laptop of former justice section chief Pilnacek, who was found dead. Criticism has emerged regarding the Interior Ministry's insufficient data transfer concerning the laptop's contents.

A parliamentary committee in Bangladesh has recommended that 20 ordinances enacted by the interim government be allowed to lapse.

As parliamentary committees begin discussing the establishment of the Kapčiamiestis military training ground, environmentalists in Lithuania are criticizing the Ministry of National Defence for lacking accountability regarding compensation for environmental impact.

Moldovan Foreign Minister Mihai Popșoi presented a report to the parliamentary committee for foreign policy on April 1, detailing diplomatic relations with Latin American and African countries, the withdrawal of patents for some honorary consuls, new general consulates, and increased staff.

During a session of the Serbian Parliament's Committee for Control of Security Services, opposition and ruling party MPs expressed diametrically opposed views on the work of state security services and the committee itself.

A youth human rights initiative has called for an urgent parliamentary committee meeting, alleging police inaction to prevent violence during recent local elections in 10 Serbian municipalities.

The Serbian Parliamentary Committee for Education has adopted a conclusion demanding a comprehensive and transparent investigation into the tragic death of a student whose body was found near the Faculty of Philosophy, an event previously exploited by pro-regime media.

Konstantinos Kyranakis announced that 426 new buses will be in operation in Thessaloniki by September, contributing to a total of 520 buses circulating in the city, as part of an update to the parliamentary committee on Production and Trade.

A Latvian parliamentary committee has approved manual vote counting for the upcoming Saeima elections, a decision that will be put to a vote by MPs.

Malta's National Audit Office Accounts Committee unanimously approved a government resolution for a €42.3 million payout to MIDI plc, with the Opposition PN joining Labour in supporting the measure.

An Indian parliamentary committee has called for the creation of a unified, gender-sensitive cybercrime law to address a significant rise in online offenses targeting women and children, also recommending age-appropriate social media regulations.

A parliamentary committee has cautioned that the Jal Jeevan Mission in India faces challenges due to a shortage of sustainable water sources, with some sources being exhausted quickly despite tap installations.

A parliamentary committee approved an increase of 1,000 denars for all pensions, marking the fourth such amendment to the law, which a VMRO-DPMNE MP noted would bring the total increase to 7,000 denars in less than two years.

An Indian parliamentary committee, led by TMC MP Dola Sen, has recommended strengthening domestic manufacturing to improve the trade balance, focusing on a 'real' Make in India and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative.

The House plenum in Cyprus is set to convene to approve the composition of parliamentary committees and elect members for the special committee on ethics, maintaining 16 committees as in the previous parliament.

A Serbian parliamentary committee has fined two opposition Members of Parliament, Marinika Tepić and Zdravko Ponoš. The committee also approved new employment for the Commissioner.

The Slovak opposition is calling for multiple parliamentary committees to address ambiguities surrounding the construction of the Prešov hospital. Minister Kaliňák is under pressure to clarify conflicting statements regarding the project.

The Polish parliamentary rules, deputies' affairs, and immunity committee has recommended waiving the immunity of PiS MP Zbigniew Ziobro to allow for criminal prosecution. The case is linked to a private indictment filed by a prosecutor.

Following a meeting between the Czech government coalition and public media directors, the future budget for public television and radio remains unclear. A parliamentary committee vice-chairman stated that the amount of funding would be known on Monday, with no one wanting the media to limit their services.

The Serbian Parliamentary Committee for Finance has adopted the annual reports of the State Audit Institution (DRI) and the Fiscal Council. The Fiscal Council's report highlighted that despite significant budget increases for agriculture, production results remain unsatisfactory.

Moldova has initiated procedures to secure €40 million in funding from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to modernize 20 model schools in rural areas, with the parliamentary committee for foreign policy approving the consultative opinion.

RTSH's General Director Eni Vasili and Board Chairman Fatjon Hoxhalli reported to the parliamentary committee, requesting an increase in fees and an additional budget due to financial pressure.

The Múlaþing municipal council in Iceland has issued a strong protest against a parliamentary committee's proposal to divert funds previously earmarked for a roundabout in Egilsstaðir to the Öxi mountain road, accusing the government of breaking promises.

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo has called a meeting with party chairpersons to discuss issues related to parliamentary committees' access to information.

Suzana Lep Šimenko, candidate for Minister for Slovenians in neighboring countries and around the world, has been approved by the relevant parliamentary committee, with seven of eleven members deeming her presentation appropriate.

Aleksandar Ivanović is scheduled to appear on the show "Iza vesti" on Wednesday to discuss the case of Veselin Milić, the former head of Belgrade police. Milić's case was notably absent from the agenda of the parliamentary committee for defense and internal affairs.

A parliamentary committee reviewed the potential shift of NEET-UG to computer-based testing amid concerns over a 2026 paper leak, receiving assurances for a smooth retest scheduled for June 21.

Hungary's Tisza Party has announced changes to its parliamentary committee assignments, replacing several members. Márton Melléthei-Barna will now serve as vice-chairman in two committees.

The Spatial Planning and Urban Development Code has been submitted to the Greek Parliament for ratification and is scheduled for review by the parliamentary committee on Production and Trade.

The Media Center claims that the Podgorica city authorities, including the President and members of the parliamentary committee, acted unlawfully by misinterpreting the Decision on the establishment of 'Radio Televizija Podgorica'.

Employees of Brijuni National Park have filed a report with the parliamentary Committee for Environmental Protection and Nature, alleging illegalities, abuses, bribery, and favoritism within the public institution.

A SYRIZA-PS Member of Parliament delivered a speech during a joint parliamentary committee meeting, advocating for the formulation of a national strategy regarding the Parthenon Sculptures, emphasizing transparency and accountability.

Hungary's ruling Fidesz party has reshuffled its members within various parliamentary committees, leading to changes in their composition.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is considering a return to parliamentary committees, setting the release of Imran Khan and other political prisoners as a top priority.

Minister Paunović has commented on the arrest of Milić, announcing that a session of the relevant parliamentary committee will be held next week to address the matter. The statement indicates an official response to the high-profile arrest.

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) has commenced a three-day visit to Gujarat, asserting that simultaneous elections are in the national interest.

A powerful parliamentary committee has accused the government of failing to comply with parliament’s will by withholding files related to Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador.

The chief investigator in the Pilnacek case testified before a parliamentary inquiry committee, challenging public perceptions of forensic police work and emphasizing the reality of criminal investigations.

A Montenegrin discussion program titled "Načisto" featured guests including a parliamentary committee president, an analyst, and a union secretary-general, debating whether the country is experiencing a false reality or genuine prosperity.

The Portuguese government plans to add a multi-purpose certificate and a green rail pass to its Gov.pt application, as revealed by Bernardo Correia in a parliamentary committee.

Parliamentary committees in Bulgaria are commencing work with extraordinary sessions, including the budget committee.

During his parliamentary committee hearing, Zsolt Hegedűs did not promise to solve decades-old problems in a few months, instead pledging honest situation assessment and transparency, and then had a minor clash with his predecessor, Péter Takács.

A Turkish parliamentary committee, established following two school shootings last month in Şanlıurfa and Kahramanmaraş, held its second meeting to chart a roadmap for response and prevention.

The widow of Pilnacek, along with the head of the LKA, was questioned before a parliamentary committee. This inquiry is part of an ongoing investigation.

Belgium's Vooruit party has proposed a bill to ban electronic devices in closed parliamentary committees to prevent leaks of confidential documents related to defense, police, and intelligence services.

Filip Turek, honorary president of Motoristé sobě, continues to serve as vice-chairman of two parliamentary committees, including one he had previously pledged to leave due to lack of time.

Andrea Bujdosó and György László Velkey are expected to be appointed to vice-chair positions in Hungarian parliamentary committees, specifically the financial and national security committees.

The Liberal government's House leader has committed to ensuring parliamentary committees operate in public, following criticism from Conservatives. The Conservatives had raised concerns after Liberals used their new majority to move several committees behind closed doors.

Canada's federal Liberals are using their new majority control of parliamentary committees to move some proceedings behind closed doors.

Fidesz has finalized the distribution of its parliamentary committee seats, with Alexandra Szentkirályi appointed to lead the cultural committee.

Vladislav Bojović, a Member of Parliament from the Democratic People's Party (DNP), submitted an amendment calling for dialogue on identity issues during the EU-Montenegro Stabilization and Association Parliamentary Committee meeting.

A proposed bill aimed at supporting senior citizens has received approval from a Lithuanian parliamentary committee. The legislation is now moving forward for further consideration within the parliament.

Portugal's Transparency Committee has recommended that Francisco Gomes formally retract accusations he made in a parliamentary committee, where he alleged that members of parliament requested 20,000 euros from a TVDE association.

A French parliamentary committee has voted to endorse a controversial report concerning the country's public broadcasting network. The decision was made despite strong opposition from left-wing lawmakers, raising concerns about the future of public media.

Ghana's Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources has discovered that Zoomlion Ghana Limited has been operating nine extra waste containers for free in the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly for a year.

An editorial in the Jamaica Gleaner discusses the appropriate role of the Speaker concerning parliamentary committees.

A Member of Parliament for Bumula has been suspended from a parliamentary committee following accusations of bribery. The suspension comes amidst an investigation into the alleged misconduct.

The Victims' Commissioner has filed a formal complaint after victims of sexual violence reported feeling anxious and distressed by the "pugnacious" questioning they faced during a parliamentary committee session.

Hungarian parliamentary parties have concluded their second round of consultations, reaching an agreement on the structure of the new parliamentary committees.

Icelandic politician Guðmundur Ingi has moved to a new parliamentary committee, just two days after being assigned to his previous one. This swift change indicates a reallocation of his legislative responsibilities.

Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer has called on Carney not to use the majority to shut opposition parties out of parliamentary committees, citing 'unprecedented territory.'

A parliamentary inquiry in Austria is questioning former Signa manager Christoph Stadlhuber regarding a house sale involving Pilnacek and Karin Wurm, with financing plans under scrutiny.

As a project to establish a new Kapčiamiestis military training ground advances in the Seimas, the Parliament's Budget and Finance Committee (BFK) did not approve a proposal to apply tax breaks whenever residents sell property for any state-significant projects.

One hundred young people from across Latvia participated as Saeima deputies for a day, forming the 13th Youth Saeima, where they elected a presidium and worked in parliamentary committees.

The French executive is making a final attempt to pass a law on economic simplification, aiming to prevent the complete abolition of Low Emission Zones (ZFE), a measure previously voted for in a joint parliamentary committee.

A Lithuanian parliamentary committee chair proposes stricter penalties for individuals who write academic papers, such as diploma theses, for students for a fee and advertise such services.

The Austrian parliamentary inquiry committee is set to question Martin Kreutner, who led the "Pilnacek" commission investigating the justice system, with a former employee of Wolfgang Sobotka also scheduled to appear.

The Serbian Parliamentary Committee for Defense and Internal Affairs rejected a proposal from the Green-Left Front MP Bogdan Radovanović to discuss the events near Kanjiža, where an explosive device was found close to a gas pipeline.

A memorandum submitted to a Parliamentary Committee highlights that many departments at IIT Delhi do not have a single faculty member from the Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes, raising concerns about undue scrutiny.

Croatia's parliamentary Committee for Internal Policy and National Security has issued a public call for proposals to appoint a president and six members to the Council for Civilian Oversight of Security-Intelligence Agencies, for a four-year term.

A parliamentary committee has issued a warning that social media influencers are contributing to the rise of violent extremism, particularly among younger audiences.

A parliamentary committee in Sri Lanka is deliberating an immediate plan for the disposal of ash generated by the Norochcholai power plant.

Parliamentary committees from Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Sweden, Finland, Poland, and Germany visited Chisinau and signed a declaration expressing support for Moldova, calling it a 'beacon of hope'.

An emergency session of the Serbian Parliament's Committee for Education, Science, and Technological Development has been called at the initiative of Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabić to discuss the situation at state universities.

A new bill aimed at creating a 'citizen-friendly state' was under review by the relevant parliamentary committee in Greece, with Deputy Prime Minister K. Hatzidakis presenting the legislation.

Parliamentary committees in Tanzania have suspended their sittings as Members of Parliament mourn the passing of veteran politician Lukuvi.

The bill titled "Interventions for a more citizen-friendly state," introduced by Greece's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State Kostis Hatzidakis, has been passed in principle by the relevant parliamentary committees.

The Serbian Parliament's Committee for Finance, Republican Budget, and Control of Public Spending accepted three candidacies for the president and one member of the Commission for the Protection of Rights in Public Procurement.

Konstantinos Kyranakis spoke to iefimerida following his clash with Thimios Liberopoulos in a parliamentary committee, stating that those who invested in chaos and tension lost, and the government will not be blackmailed.

A cross-party parliamentary committee in the United Kingdom has urged the government to impose an immediate moratorium on cryptocurrency donations to political parties.