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The Hong Kong Government has published the Legislative Council (Powers & Privileges) (Amendment) Bill 2025, aiming to improve the performance of duties by Legislative Council members. The bill, which will be introduced into the Legislative Council for first reading tomorrow, amends the existing ordinance to impose financial penalties on members
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The Karnataka government has introduced a draft of the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, 2025, in response to the high incidence of child marriages in the state. According to officials, around 700 cases were reported last year, prompting the need for more stringent regulations. The proposed amendments aim
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Senator Panfilo Lacson has filed a bill aimed at amending the Philippine Identification System (National ID) Act, citing concerns over data privacy. The proposed measure seeks to address potential misuse of the Philsys number, which is currently printed on the national ID card. Lacson argues that this would restore the
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The Selangor State Legislative Assembly has passed a significant amendment to the Administration of the Religion of Islam (State of Selangor) Enactment Bill, aimed at clarifying the criteria for appointing members of the Selangor Islamic Religious Council (Mais) who adhere to the Ahli Sunnah Wal Jamaah creed. The amendment involves
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The Mongolian parliament has convened to discuss significant legislative initiatives aimed at addressing urban development challenges and improving the country's legislation. The proposals, submitted by numerous members, aim to address pressing issues such as the lack of schools and kindergartens in residential areas, which affects citizens' living
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A proposal to amend the Political Parties (Amendment) Bill, 2024, to include independent candidates in the allocation of the political parties' fund has sparked intense debate in the National Assembly. The debate saw lawmakers arguing for and against the proposal, with some citing the need to level the playing
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Senator Nanthana Nanthawaropas has called on the House of Representatives to prioritize the referendum bill on constitutional amendments, a move that comes after a 180-day "cooling-off period" following the House's rejection of the bill in December. The Senate had insisted on the double majority rule as
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The National Assembly of Vietnam recently passed a law amending and supplementing articles of the Law on Product and Goods Quality, with a high level of consensus among participating deputies. The revised law introduces new articles, updates responsibilities, and revises chapter titles, marking a significant step towards enhancing product and
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The National Assembly continued its ongoing 9th session on June 17, with lawmakers set to vote on a law amending and supplementing certain articles of the Law on Enterprises and a resolution on the reduction of value-added tax (VAT). The session also included discussions on major topics such as the
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The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) Minister of Energy, Mining and Industry, Vedran Lakic, emphasized the importance of a recently adopted Bill on Amendments to the Law on Petroleum Products, which tightens fuel quality control and enhances inspection oversight. The changes aim to ensure safer and more environmentally friendly
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The Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) has rejected the Child Marriage Restraint Bill, 2025, citing that the legislation contradicts Islamic teachings. The bill, aimed at setting the minimum marriage age at 18, had been passed by both the National Assembly and Senate. However, the CII deemed the bill unacceptable, suggesting
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The Finnish government aims to strengthen the banking sector and financial markets through a series of legislative amendments, driven by the need for updated bank supervision and risk management standards. The reform is based on the latest Basel Committee on Banking Supervision standards and seeks to prevent financial crises. The
