Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović has proposed Ružičić as a candidate for a Constitutional Court judge, after his previous nominees, Mirjana Vučinić and Predrag Krstonijević, failed to gain parliamentary support.

Albanian MP Jozefina Topalli criticized the chaotic parliamentary vote on ministers as a reflection of a crumbling government, stating that the real ministers are powerful group leaders not seen in parliament.

Polish politician Marek Suski took to the parliamentary rostrum and launched an attack on a military commander, an act described as "spitting on the Polish uniform."

ÖVP parliamentary group leader August Wöginger and two tax officials are accused of inciting abuse of office, which they deny. A losing candidate testified in the trial in Linz.

Kefalogiannis informed a parliamentary committee about a public contract plan for the upgrade and modernization of seven Canadair CL-415 aircraft and the AEGIS program, aimed at improving operational effectiveness.

Lithuanian parliament members Artūras Zuokas and Indrė Kižienė, along with a parliamentary advisor, traveled to Venice for discussions on LRT amendments, prompting questions from a political scientist about whether it was a rational use of public funds or tourism.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius reiterated Germany's refusal to participate militarily in any US-Israeli attacks against Iran during a special parliamentary session.

The head of the Democratic parliamentary group, Gazment Bardhi, opposed the Socialist Party's unilateral proposals for changes to the Assembly's regulations, calling them 'violence of the majority'.

Members of the Social Democratic Alliance's parliamentary group state that the party's stance on the grey seal issue should not be surprising, as they have been focusing on other matters.

Iceland's Minister of Education and Children, Inga Sæland, strongly reacted to a speech by Sigríður Á. Andersen, leader of the Centre Party's parliamentary group, who called a controversial bill a 'bargaining chip for the Europe debate.'

A live broadcast discusses the status and potential cessation of Latvia's economic ties with Russia and Belarus, featuring parliamentary faction leaders from 'New Unity' and 'The Progressives.'

A total of 27 parties and coalitions have submitted documents to participate in Bulgaria's snap parliamentary elections scheduled for April 19, according to the Central Election Commission.

Grétar Mar Jónsson, a substitute MP for the People's Party in Iceland, apologized at the start of a parliamentary session for remarks he made during a debate on the abolition of the lumpfish quota.

The Lok Sabha Speaker has nominated members to the Privilege Committee, bringing parliamentary privilege into focus.

The parliamentary group of the Independence Party has hired Brynjar Níelsson, a former member of parliament, as a staff member. His name appears on the list of parliamentary group staff on the Alþingi website.

The opposition in Portugal has approved a 100% paid layoff scheme, contrasting with the government's two-thirds proposal. The PSD criticized the move as a 'mess' and 'parliamentary folklore,' while the opposition suggests using provisional allocations or making adjustments.

A parliamentary question has been initiated by George Gavrilos regarding the payment of legal wages to former employees of the Agricultural Bank in Greece.

The main opposition Democratic Party said Wednesday it will meet with business leaders this week to discuss possible fallout from the US-Israeli strikes against Iran. The meeting, scheduled for Thursday, will bring together DP lawmakers from parliamentary committees on foreign affairs, trade and finance, along with representatives from the Federation of Korean Industries, the Korea International Trade Association and the state-run Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency. Senior executives from m

Dimitris Koutsoumpas, General Secretary of the KKE, asserted to parliamentary journalists that two of the four drones shot down in Cyprus were targeting Souda.

Greece's Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Giannis Kefalogiannis, announced that the first upgraded 415 firefighting aircraft is expected to be delivered by March 2027, as he informed the relevant parliamentary committee.

Dušan Pavlović, a professor and former MP, published a simulation of election results, calculating the votes needed for a student list and the opposition to win the parliamentary elections against the Serbian Progressive Party.

Five pro-European parties in Serbia have submitted proposals to the parliamentary procedure for the cessation of validity of five 'Mrdić's judicial laws,' according to a statement from Zeleno-le.

Ofoase-Ayirebi MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has vowed a sustained parliamentary effort to secure rightful earnings for cocoa farmers, promising not to relent until their due is restored.

Gazment Bardhi and Klevis Balliu, leaders of the Democratic Party Parliamentary Group, met with the Ambassadors of Croatia and Slovakia, reaffirming support for democratic standards and alleging that the ruling majority is undermining them.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim may face growing difficulty pushing through major reforms as Malaysia edges closer to its next general election, analysts have said, after a parliamentary setback exposed strains within his broad but fragile ruling coalition. The warning signs emerged when lawmakers failed to pass a constitutional amendment to limit the prime minister’s tenure to two terms – a reform widely expected to succeed given the government’s commanding majority. Anwar’s administration fell...

Latvian ministries state that if the conflict in the Middle East does not prolong, no significant impact on the Latvian economy is expected, as discussed by parliamentary committees.

The legislative process needed for South Korea's $350 billion US investment plan regained momentum Wednesday, with rival parties agreeing to move ahead and leave behind the drawn-out gridlock. A special parliamentary committee dedicated to passing the bill resumed operation Wednesday, tabling all nine related bills and conducting subcommittee-level reviews. The bills differ in detail, but each of them are designed to establish a new state-run body dedicated to US investments, outline the plan to

• Pildat survey shows Omar Ayub, Bilawal, Tariq Fazal and Barrister Gohar among top five speakers; PM Shehbaz attended just six of 84 sittings • 27th Amendment, Elections Bill among 59 passed; ordinances declined to eight from 16, indicating reduced executive reliance • Average budget per sitting rose to Rs193.93m, up from Rs136.96m ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Mu­­hammad Asif was the most vocal MNA during the second parliamentary year of the 16th Nat­ional Assembly, speaking for five ...

Italy's parliamentary committee for the security of the Republic (Copasir) has summoned the director of the Aise (Italy's foreign intelligence agency), Giovanni Caravelli, for an audition. The discussion will include the 'Crosetto case', following Caravelli's prediction of an escalation in the area two weeks prior.

A parliamentary committee has opened an investigation into the Berlin branch of the Christian Democratic Union for allegedly misallocating 2.6 million euros intended to combat antisemitism.

Thirty members of the Portuguese Parliament also hold municipal council positions, with Social Democrat Andreia Bernardo, who has portfolios in Sintra, facing a deadline in April to choose between her municipal and parliamentary mandates.

The German far-right party AfD is experiencing internal unrest due to multiple allegations of nepotism and potential self-enrichment, leading to a Bundestag member being expelled from the parliamentary group.

ODM Parliamentary Group meeting endorses Oburu Oginga as party leader  the-star.co.ke

Zoe Konstantopoulou, leader of Plefsi Eleftherias, is demanding an immediate plenary session of the Hellenic Parliament to exclusively discuss foreign policy and national strategy, criticizing the current briefing of political leaders.

The Slovak ruling coalition plans to amend the electoral code to abolish postal voting for the next parliamentary elections, which would require Slovak citizens abroad to vote in person.

A new Gallup poll indicates that the Social Democratic Alliance in Iceland is losing support, while the Independence Party and Progressive Party are gaining ground among parliamentary parties.

Belgium's Minister of Employment, David Clarinval, spent over 30 consecutive hours in parliament defending his reforms on social affairs, employment, and pensions, highlighting the intense legislative process.

The Croatian parliamentary opposition has warned that the new Law on the Implementation of the European Media Freedom Act fails to address key problems such as pressure on editors and journalists and non-transparent advertising, while the ruling party insists the law will ensure the independence of public services.

United Australia party senator says commission findings are ‘dumb’ and he will not undergo ‘ridiculous’ sensitivity training after posting slurs online Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The United Australia party senator Ralph Babet has refused to accept any sanction from the parliamentary behaviour watchdog over “offensive” and “disrespectful” comments on social media, calling the findings “dumb”. The Independent Parliamentary Standards Commission reprimanded the ...

Kenya's Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has outlined its terms for a 2027 coalition, while the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has rejected the demand for electoral zoning.

Andrija Mandić, President of the Parliament of Montenegro, made a working visit to the National Assembly of Republika Srpska, meeting with its president Nenad Stevandić to discuss strengthening parliamentary cooperation and regional dialogue.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić dismissed as 'nonsense' claims that local elections in nine municipalities, scheduled for March 29, were timed to coincide with parliamentary election results in Hungary, where a defeat for his party is predicted.

Several members of Kenya's ODM party, previously labeled as 'rebels,' attended a Party Parliamentary Group (PG) meeting chaired by Oburu, signaling potential internal reconciliation or shifts.

A PPP delegation met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Tuesday to discuss the political situation in the country as well as the regional situation. A press release issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said that a delegation of PPP parliamentarians met with the premier today. “The Pakistan People’s Party is an important coalition party of the government,” PM Shehbaz said according to the statement. “The PPP supported the government at every step in important decisions f...

Miloš Konatar, head of the URA parliamentary club, announced that URA MPs will seek support for their proposed laws to increase pensions in Montenegro during the first regular session of the spring sitting in Cetinje.

The Icelandic Parliament's Industry Committee is holding an open meeting to discuss bill 153, concerning fishing in Iceland's exclusive economic zone and fisheries management, with Hanna Katrín answering questions.

Law minister says politics should be set aside as Pakistan has relations with Iran, defence pact with Saudi

An article analyzes the critical role of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's media policy in the lead-up to the parliamentary elections, highlighting the extent of his media empire.

According to the MLSZ decision, no matches will be held on Easter Monday either.

A council of Greek political leaders discussed the country's non-involvement in the war, with criticism directed at Mitsotakis for private meetings and a parliamentary speech.

In 2026, Moldova is projected to pay 56.4 million lei for its membership in international, regional, and parliamentary organizations, an increase of 2.4 million lei from the current year.

Two days before the deadline, Bulgarian President Rumen Radev's new formation, 'Progressive Bulgaria' coalition, submitted documents to participate in the snap parliamentary elections on April 19.

Kosovo Assembly President Aljbuljena Hadžiu stated she cannot convene a parliamentary session to elect the President of Kosovo without at least two proposals, each supported by a minimum of 30 parliamentary signatures.

Democratic Party MP Klevis Balliu discussed the upcoming parliamentary session where a vote will be held on lifting the immunity of Belinda Balluku, as requested by SPAK for her arrest.

The KKE parliamentary group is demanding an official briefing from the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defense regarding developments in the Middle East following US and Israeli military actions in Iran and Iranian retaliation, also requesting a postponement of the postal vote discussion.

For the fifth time this legislative session, Portugal's Chega party has requested an extension for submitting lists to external parliamentary bodies, with other parties having until 6 PM to respond.

Umar Dzhabrailov, a Russian businessman and former parliamentary candidate who ran against Vladimir Putin, was found dead in a luxury residential complex in Moscow, with police sources suggesting suicide.

A judge with close ties to the ÖVP party has been removed from the lawsuit filed by Karin Wurm, friend of Pilnacek, against ÖVP faction leader Hanger regarding statements made in a parliamentary inquiry committee.

Greek Prime Minister K. Mitsotakis announced a new increase in the minimum wage during a parliamentary discussion on electricity, aiming to boost the morale of his party's MPs.

Regional * The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office has updated its travel advice for countries bordering Iran – Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkmenistan, and Turkey – ‘amid ongoing tensions in the region’. Armenia * Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced his intention to increase pensions in line with inflation each year starting from 2027 or 2028. This follows decision adopted days earlier to increase pensions by up to ֏10,000 ($27) by April, ahead of the parliamentary elections scheduled for J

The Albanian Parliament is holding its next plenary session today, starting at 5:00 PM, with discussions on issues raised by voters, divided equally between the majority and parliamentary minority.

Mohammad Raad, chief of Hezbollah's parliamentary faction has been killed in Israerli strikes in Lebanon's capital Beirut and other Southern regions.

MPs and MSPs from the party are among more than 60 parliamentarians who have signed a pledge against developing the oil field from campaigners Uplift.

Parliamentarian Ignas Vėgėlė held a 'Citizens' Conference' in Kaunas, advocating for the creation of a new political force to overcome a closed political system that has lost touch with the people.

Less than a month before the parliamentary elections, prominent Slovenians share their hopes and expectations for the next four years for the country.

K. Tsoukalas criticized the Prime Minister's 'deafening silence' on the wiretapping scandal during a parliamentary discussion, calling it 'guilty and provocative' and suggesting the government celebrates private espionage.

Nga Kor Ming has allocated RM250,000 to five schools in the Teluk Intan parliamentary constituency, with each school receiving RM50,000.

Parliamentary opposition organizations and independent councilors in Kragujevac, Serbia, are forming a Council of Parliamentary Opposition to coordinate and harmonize positions for the upcoming local elections.

Without debate, the Macedonian parliamentary committee supported amendments to the Law on Construction Land, proposed by the Ministry of Transport, aiming to establish order in linear underground infrastructure such as optical cables, telecommunication networks, and water systems.

The SYRIZA-PS party continues to pressure the government regarding the Krikel scandal, citing sworn testimony that a person involved received parliamentary inquiry questions in advance from New Democracy MPs in 2022.

Denmark's Foreign Minister is criticized for refusing to answer questions regarding the alleged purchase of parliamentary mandates in the Jon Stephensen case, opting instead to make TikTok videos.

Moldovan deputies are convening for a parliamentary session with 12 items on the agenda, including proposed changes to citizenship legislation and the modernization and administration of the International Port.

Nepal is preparing to vote in crucial parliamentary elections, with details on the two traditional parties expected.

A new parliamentary inquiry will be launched in Australia to examine the 'racism, hate and violence' experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, following a request from the Indigenous Australians Minister.

PTI chief says party's parliamentary presence not acknowledged

The Finnish government is reportedly considering lifting restrictions on the transit of nuclear weapons through its territory. Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen is scheduled to be heard by parliamentary committees on the matter.

Former NPP Chairman Freddie Blay has played down reports that party bigwigs are scheming to remove Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin from his parliamentary post, following allegations that he did not actively support Dr Mahamudu Bawumia during the party's fiercely contested January 2026 presidential primary. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Joy News' Gemma Appiah, Blay said he had no knowledge of any such plan and had not been consulted by anyone pushing for the Effutu MP's remo...

A new bill in the Icelandic Parliament proposes allowing the national flag to fly continuously from May 1st to August 15th, citing three parliamentary sessions.

A political dispute has erupted within Spain's Vox party, with former Murcia spokesperson Antelo accusing the party of falsifying his signature to remove him from the parliamentary group. Vox leader Santiago Abascal denies the accusation.

An incident occurred in the Portuguese Parliament's Constitutional Affairs Committee where PSD deputy António Rodrigues accused a Chega deputy of filming him while he was speaking. The Chega parliamentarian denies the accusation, and Rodrigues is considering filing a formal complaint.

A political scientist from the University of Ghana has described the March 3 Ayawaso East parliamentary by-election as largely successful and peaceful, but expressed alarm over the low voter turnout.

A New Democracy parliamentary representative caused tension in the Greek Plenary session by making a vulgar accusation linking SYRIZA and Golden Dawn.

The Naša stranka (Our Party) parliamentary club in the House of Representatives of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina has submitted a request for the removal of Mladen Bošković from his position.

Ivica Kukavica, president of the DP parliamentary club in Croatia, has accused several left-wing parties of denying crimes committed after World War II, reiterating DP's advocacy for laws banning all totalitarian regimes.

During a parliamentary group meeting, Democratic Party leader Sali Berisha accused Prime Minister Edi Rama of being involved in numerous corruption cases with family members and pursuing anti-national policies.

The Parliamentary Group of the Freedom Party in Albania has submitted a draft law to reduce fuel prices, aiming to protect family budgets and ease the cost of living for citizens.

The Green Party has comfortably won a by-election for a vacant parliamentary seat, an embarrassing defeat for embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party in one of its former strongholds.

The Seimas Law and Order Committee has approved a proposal to abolish fines for damaged or un-repaired boundary markers, as parliamentarians plan to abandon mandatory land plot marking with such markers.

A member of the Swedish Parliament collapsed during a debate, leading to the interruption of SVT's broadcast.

Nikos Androulakis, leader of PASOK, has requested an urgent parliamentary debate in Greece concerning the country's institutions and justice system.

Parliamentarian Ignas Vėgėlė is reportedly forming a new political force in Lithuania, aiming to unite several existing political groups and engaging in talks with leaders like Petras Gražulis and Artūras Zuokas.

A Japanese government panel is set to submit a proposal this summer for a bill aimed at tightening restrictions on land purchases by foreign nationals, with the government intending to introduce the legislation in the current parliamentary session.

The Interior Ministry of Cyprus has announced May 2, 2026, as the deadline for voter registration or changes to the electoral roll for the parliamentary elections scheduled for May 24, 2026.

The Philippine Senate's version of a measure resetting parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) grants the first elected members of parliament a 56-month term.

• Approved within minutes, bill paves way for regulatory authority to supervise crypto assets • MNAs denounce Khamenei’s killing, express fear Pakistan ‘might be next’ ISLAMABAD: The government on Tuesday intelligently used the provisions in the rules to approve an important bill within minutes in the National Assembly before Speaker Ayaz Sadiq ope­ned the floor for a general debate on the Middle East crisis following the US-Israel attacks on Iran. At the outset, Minister for Parliamentary Af...

The Lebanese leadership has decided to postpone parliamentary elections due to the conflict between Israel and the militant group Hezbollah, as well as rising tensions in Iran and the region.

Lithuanian MP Ignas Vėgėlė, who is considering forming a new political force, expressed dissatisfaction that the name of his current parliamentary faction does not reflect all three groups comprising it.

A new IBRiS poll for 'Rzeczpospolita' indicates that if parliamentary elections were held today, Koalicja Obywatelska (KO) would be in the lead, with Konfederacja achieving a better result than PiS.

Henning Otte, the German Parliamentary Commissioner for the Armed Forces, has released his first report advocating for compulsory military service, a role some argue is outside his primary duties.

Three MPs from Albania's ruling party have proposed amendments to parliamentary rules to further reduce deputies' speaking time, following a Constitutional Court decision that overturned the previous regulations due to procedural violations.

Voting has officially ended in the Ayawaso East parliamentary by-election in Ghana, and electoral officials are now sorting and counting ballots at polling stations.

The AfD parliamentary group has expelled MP Jan Wenzel Schmidt for 'party-damaging behavior' after he initiated a debate on nepotism within the party.

The Socialist Party Parliamentary Group has submitted a draft decision to the Assembly proposing changes and additions to the Parliament's Regulation, including shortening deputies' speeches and reorganizing commissions.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Ayawaso East, Baba Ali, has declared that the constituency is poised for a political shift, expressing confidence that the seat will change…

Pensioners in northern Montenegro are organizing protests on March 23rd in Bijelo Polje, calling on political parties not to use their gatherings for political presentations and to support them through their parliamentary representatives.

The Pakistani government has invited parliamentarians to an in-camera briefing on the regional situation, scheduled for Wednesday.

Amidst heightened political tension, Greek opposition parties are demanding an immediate briefing from the Prime Minister in Parliament regarding the situation in the Middle East following recent strikes.

Luxembourg's Minister of Health, Martine Deprez, addressed a parliamentary inquiry, revealing the country lacks a specialized center for burn victims and detailing the care provided to those who suffer burn injuries.

Saša Paunović, President of the Executive Board of the Democratic Party (DS) and former mayor of Paraćin, stated that opposition politicians who prioritize parliamentary mandates over the student movement should join the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS).

News coverage from The Daily Star Bangladesh regarding the upcoming or ongoing 13th parliamentary election in the country.

Spain's Treasury has put forward Inés Olóndriz as its candidate to preside over the Independent Authority for Fiscal Responsibility (AIReF), requiring parliamentary approval.

Luxembourg's Mobility Minister Backes has identified Deutsche Bahn as the problem regarding the unreliability of cross-border train connections, following detailed figures from a parliamentary inquiry.

Important statistics and details regarding Nepal's recent parliamentary election are presented.

The alleged plan involved using the media, publishing legal analyses questioning government measures, influencing parliamentary questions, and using the influence of international bankers to question the prime minister’s motives, the premier told Parliament.

Run-off between Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates exposed to Tehran's attacks. Only one battery of defensive missiles would remain in Rome. A parliamentary passage will be needed

Agron Shehaj, leader of the 'Mundësia' party, criticized the Speaker of Parliament for allegedly hiding the SPAK file concerning Belinda Balluku, preventing deputies from accessing it. Shehaj was later expelled from a parliamentary session after clashing with Socialist Party deputies over protests by residents against a resort project, linking it to individuals mentioned in Balluku's wiretaps.

A public prosecutor in Hannover, Yashar G., has confessed to leaking official secrets to a drug gang, prompting the CDU party to call for a parliamentary inquiry committee.

Former Bulgarian President Rumen Radev has taken the first official step to participate in early parliamentary elections in April, registering an alliance named 'Progressive Bulgaria'.

Thousands of Swiss citizens are stranded in the Middle East and cannot be evacuated due to closed airspace and a known parliamentary issue, as reported by Swiss authorities.

The parliamentary session began today with words of remembrance for Davíð Oddsson, former editor of Morgunblaðið and Prime Minister.

Gazment Bardhi, head of the Democratic Party parliamentary group, has called for citizens to protest outside the Parliament on the day of the hearing regarding SPAK's request to lift the immunity of former Deputy Prime Minister Balluku, for whom an arrest is sought.

The High Court in Accra has cleared the final legal hurdle for the Ayawaso East by-election, striking out a lawsuit that sought to annul the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primary over vote-buying concerns.

The head of the Democratic Party Parliamentary Group, Gazment Bardhi, announced that the report from the Council of Mandates regarding authorization for the arrest of MP Belinda Balluku will be deposited in Parliament today, with the party supporting SPAK's request.

PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis used a TikTok video to explain that the government's energy policy has not led to a fair green transition, following a parliamentary discussion on energy.

A joint session of the Security and Defense Committee and the Political System, Judiciary, and Administration Committee is being held in the Parliament of Montenegro to determine circumstances related to the escape of a suspect and other security matters.

A parliamentary delegation is attending a conference on the EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy in Cyprus, organized by the Cypriot parliament as part of its EU Council presidency.

During his short tenure as Canada's interim parliamentary budget officer, Jason Jacques endured accusations of partisanship, criticism over his message delivery and, in the end, praise for representing an institution now ranked first among its international equals.

Saudi media outlets are reporting that Mohammad Raad, the leader of Hezbollah's parliamentary bloc, was allegedly killed in an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) attack on targets in Lebanon.

He was a close aide to NCP founder Sharad Pawar and had been widely acknowledged for his lifelong contribution to education, literature and public service

The Portuguese Chega party is requesting another postponement of parliamentary elections, with the scheduling process to be discussed at the Leaders' Conference. PSD, Chega, and PS have not reached a global agreement on the elections, which have been ongoing since the start of the legislature.

The leader of Chega, André Ventura, proposes creating a parliamentary commission on state reform, to be chaired by former Prime Minister Passos Coelho, arguing the current ministry is ineffective.

Serbian President Vučić states he has two or three candidates for the new president and is consulting, reiterating his promise for parliamentary elections by year-end, with presidential elections to be decided by the competent institution.

A major poll by Phileleftheros ahead of the May 24 parliamentary elections in Cyprus reveals a strong message of public dissatisfaction and diminishing trust in the country's political leadership.

RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav has called a parliamentary board meeting on March 1, amidst speculations regarding his son Tejashwi Yadav's potential contest in the Rajya Sabha polls, just days before the nomination deadline.

Albanian MP Jozefina Topalli clarified that she accidentally pressed two buttons on the system, leading to a vote against Elisa Spiropali's dismissal during a chaotic parliamentary session.

Vox party indicates that facilitating Guardiola's investiture in the second parliamentary vote will be very difficult, with much negotiation still needed.

A panel's study of the separation of powers Bill is part of parliamentary checks and balances, according to Malaysia's Legal Affairs Division, ensuring legislative oversight.

The Ethics Secretariat of the Albanian Parliament has decided to suspend Agron Shehaj, leader of the 'Mundësia' Party, for 20 days from parliamentary activities following a debate in the Assembly regarding Balluku and 'Rrjollin'.

Dr. Gideon Boako, MP for Tano North, has called for a bipartisan parliamentary inquiry into the alleged 'criminal' sale of 18 tonnes of Ghana’s gold reserves, describing the transaction as deeply troubling.

Details of flight come as One Nation leader faces scrutiny over her use of taxpayer-funded entitlements Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Pauline Hanson charged taxpayers almost $9,000 for a chartered plane to attend an event honouring the mining billionaire Gina Rinehart’s donation to a private agricultural college, parliamentary expenses data shows. The One Nation leader flew from Tamworth to Avalon in Octob...

Learta Holjaj, chief of staff for Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani, has denied claims by the head of the Vetëvendosje parliamentary group that Osmani was offered signatures for a new presidential mandate.

Voters in Ghana's Ayawaso East Constituency participated in a parliamentary by-election on March 3 to elect a new member, characterized by low turnout and peaceful proceedings.

Albania's Freedom Party has submitted a draft law to Parliament aimed at reducing fuel prices, with the head of the parliamentary group urging deputies to show their commitment to citizens' interests.

The President of the Democrats' Parliamentary Club, Bogdanović, stated that cadastral data is publicly available and that Aco Đukanović's legal team is attempting to divert public attention from the core issue.

The OSCE observer mission has published its final report on Moldova's 2025 parliamentary elections, identifying key problems such as continuous changes to the Electoral Code, media blocking without court orders, and party disqualifications.

The deadline for registering to vote in the upcoming parliamentary elections is April 2, the interior ministry said on Wednesday, urging all new voters to submit their applications well in advance. After April 2, no new registrations or changes will be made. The parliamentary elections will be held on May 24. All citizens aged 18 […]

Greek Minister of National Defense Nikos Dendias met with a Canadian parliamentary delegation to discuss strengthening the strategic defense relationship between Greece and Canada.

The General Secretary and head of the Democrats' parliamentary club, Bogdanović, called for public disclosure of individuals mentioned in 'Aco Đukanović's files,' describing them as a sign of a dark era where the former regime enriched a close circle at the state's expense.

Fidesz parliamentary group leader Máté Kocsis stated he has no government ambitions and would not bet against Sándor Pintér remaining Interior Minister if the right-wing wins the election.

Member of Parliament Ivana Kekin's lecture at a school and subsequent social media post drew widespread condemnation from her parliamentary colleagues, with Glasovac stating she was unaware of the context.

Local elections scheduled for the end of the month in ten Serbian municipalities are being viewed as a prelude to the upcoming parliamentary elections, where the ruling party and opposition will measure their strength.

Gazment Bardhi, head of the Democratic Party Parliamentary Group, reacted to the Socialist Party's new draft regulation for the Assembly, calling it 'unilateral changes and a low provocation,' emphasizing it is not a party statute.

PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis has requested a parliamentary debate at the level of political leaders on the quality of the rule of law, institutions, and the functioning of the Greek parliament.

Dušan Pavlović, a professor and former MP, published a simulation on X showing the number of votes a student list and the opposition would need to win the Serbian parliamentary elections against the ruling party.

The Moldovan government will allocate 56.4 million lei from the state budget to cover membership fees for Moldova's participation in international, regional, and parliamentary organizations.

Saša Magazinović, a representative in the BiH Parliamentary Assembly, has initiated a proposal for amendments to the law to establish a permanent mechanism for the Council of Ministers to intervene in fuel prices.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is leading an in-camera briefing for parliamentary leaders and party heads on the regional situation at the PM House in Pakistan.

Croatian parliamentary parties have submitted their financial reports for the past year, with HDZ and Možemo showing a surplus, while SDP reported a deficit.

The political 'battlefield' in Dolenjska and Posavje sees several well-known figures from national politics, including SDS President Janez Janša and Finance Minister Klemen Boštjančič, vying for parliamentary seats, promising an interesting contest in both Novo Mesto electoral districts.

Icelandic ministries and their sub-agencies have varied costs for severance agreements, with the Ministry of Justice having paid the most, according to responses to a parliamentary inquiry.

High-level meeting reviews Afghanistan border clashes and escalating Middle East conflict amid security concerns

Iceland's Minister of Fisheries defended a bill to revoke lumpfish quotas and plans to allow nets to be pulled up in bad weather, addressing concerns at a parliamentary committee meeting.

North Korea has announced that it will hold parliamentary elections on March 15, following the recent congress of the Workers' Party of Korea.

Residents of Múlaþing and Seyðisfjörður express frustration, stating that their parliamentary representatives show more interest in other matters than their Norðausturkjördæmi constituency.

Lebanese leaders have agreed to postpone the parliamentary elections scheduled for May and extend the parliament's term due to the ongoing conflict with Israel.

The Socialist Party (PS) has proposed a parliamentary committee to investigate the Glória elevator accident, aiming to hear relevant entities and oversee the compensation process, while the public prosecutor's inquiry continues.

Socrates Famellos and Alexis Haritsis, leaders of SYRIZA and New Left parliamentary groups, respectively, sent a letter to the Prime Minister, urging him to request a meeting of the Council of Political Leaders from the President.

Laurence des Cars, director of the Louvre, did not appear before the National Assembly's inquiry commission due to illness, prompting strong criticism from the commission members who emphasized the need for respect for national representation.

The AfD parliamentary group in the Bundestag has expelled Jan Wenzel Schmidt, a member from Saxony-Anhalt, due to allegations of behavior damaging to the faction.

Nepal is gearing up for parliamentary elections, months after a youth-led uprising forced out the previous government.

Former Edek leader and sitting MP Marinos Sizopoulos has stated he will not oppose the lifting of his parliamentary immunity, with the supreme court setting March 16 to hear the attorney-general’s request for a criminal investigation to proceed.

Todor Batkov Jr., son of Todor Batkov, is running for a parliamentary seat in the 22nd electoral district as an independent candidate, supported by an initiative committee including former GERB MP.

The overwhelming victory of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in the February parliamentary elections provides investors with further reasons for optimism regarding the country's stock market.

The Spanish Council of Ministers approved a request for a new EU payment of 7.256 billion euros, limiting the amount due to parliamentary weakness and postponing the bulk of the funds.

Fidesz parliamentary group leader Kocsis Máté presented several unusual theories at a public forum in Tabi, suggesting that Ukrainians are behind a photo of Péter Magyar published on radnaimark.hu.

A former Energy Minister and NPP chairmanship aspirant, Boakye Kyeremanteng Agyarko, attributed the low voter turnout in the Ayawaso East parliamentary by-election to established patterns in Ghanaian electoral behavior.

The renovation of the Binnenhof parliamentary complex in The Hague is facing further delays due to ring-necked parakeets. The council is addressing the issue caused by the birds.

The Special Parliamentary Committee for Electoral Reform in Albania has begun discussions on the financing of political parties, with Damian Gjiknuri announcing an agreement for both the majority and opposition to produce a joint draft, urging against partisan animosity.

Certified international elections observer Koku Anyidoho has expressed satisfaction with the Electoral Commission's (EC) conduct of the Ayawaso East parliamentary by-election, saying the poll…

An overview of key topics and discussions expected during the Swiss spring parliamentary session.

Three-quarters or more of voters of all parliamentary parties, except EKRE, support Alar Karis serving a second term as president, a new survey shows.

Jarosław Kaczyński, leader of Poland's Law and Justice (PiS) party, is set to announce the party's candidate for prime minister on March 7 for the upcoming parliamentary elections.

PASOK-KINAL is expanding its Committee for Sympathy and Dialogue, with more names to be announced soon, followed by a major meeting to define its work leading up to the parliamentary elections.

Kosovo's Prime Minister Albin Kurti stated that the main political priority is to avoid early parliamentary elections. He added that there is a realistic possibility of electing a new president for Kosovo in the coming days.

The Accra Region Police Command has assured the public of adequate security for the upcoming Parliamentary re-run election in the Ayawaso East Constituency, scheduled for March 3, 2026.

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 2 - Democratic Party (PD) leader Elly Schlein said Monday Premier Giorgia Meloni must report on the Middle East crisis sparked by US and Israeli attacks on Iran at the weekend while the other main opposition leader, 5-Star Movement (M5S) chief Giusepe Conte, said the operation was a disaster and was spurring limitless escalation. Speaking after Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and Defence Minister Guido Crosetto briefed the parliamentary foreign affairs committees and urged ...

The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) said MPs will receive £110,000 by 2029 as they face increasing levels of abuse

Members of the Swiss National Council are commemorating the victims of an incident in Crans-Montana during the ongoing spring parliamentary session in Bern.

Conservative members of the Lithuanian Parliament are initiating a session of the Seimas Education and Science Committee to address the situation at Alytus Adolfo Ramanausko-Vanago Gymnasium.

President Asif Ali Zardari is currently addressing a joint sitting of Parliament in Islamabad. This is his ninth address to a joint session of Parliament in his capacity as president. His address was punctutated with cries from the opposition, that chanted, “Go, Zardari, go”. President Zardari began his address by saying that it was his “singular privilege” to address the house for the ninth time at the beginning of the new parliamentary year. “Each such address is a reminder of the continuit...

Istanbul, Türkiye, is preparing to host the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), a global body of parliaments, from April 15 to April 19, with approximately 100 parliaments expected to attend.

A joint session of the Security and Defense Committee and the Political System, Judiciary and Administration Committee is being held in the Parliament of Montenegro to determine the circumstances surrounding the escape of Medenica.

A SYRIZA-PS MP has submitted a new parliamentary question regarding the development of the Heraklion airport land in Greece.

Election cards are being sent to 4.3 million Danish citizens ahead of the parliamentary election on March 24, indicating that seven out of ten people in Denmark are eligible to vote.

A delegation from the Parliament of the United Kingdom, led by Fabian Hamilton, is conducting a visit to the Republic of Moldova from March 1-3, meeting with officials including Daniella Misail-Nichitin and Ana Revenco.

Parliamentary foreign affairs committee to hold emergency session on Iran conflict  Yonhap News Agency

Mark Henrichman, chairman of the German parliamentary committee for the oversight of secret services, stated that retaliatory measures, including those that could be carried out by 'Iranian sleeper cells in Europe',…

The New Democracy party concluded the parliamentary investigative committee on the OPEKEPE scandal, with the final act of alleged cover-up expected in the plenary session in March.

SDP parliamentarians Saša Magazinović and Jasmin Imamović announced their intention to propose a declaration condemning all forms of neofascism and affirming anti-fascist heritage and values in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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