Tag: Parliament
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Australia News Live: Trump-Israel Gaza Peace Deal, Defence Property Overhaul Looms
Australia News Live: Markets, Politics and Global Peace Talks In a day of rapid developments, Australian markets showed resilience as major banks helped the S&P/ASX 200 recover from morning losses. The index edged higher by mid-afternoon, trading around the 8,970 point mark, while investors weighed interest-rate expectations, commodity prices and the broader global news cycle.…
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Turkish Delegation Visits Parliament House in Islamabad
Turkish Delegation’s Courtesy Call at Islamabad’s Parliament House A nine-member Turkish delegation arrived at Parliament House in Islamabad on Thursday for a day of guided tours and discussions focused on parliamentary collaboration and democratic traditions. The visit, which included stops at the Constitution Gallery and the Senate Museum, highlighted ongoing efforts to deepen bilateral ties…
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Macron could nominate a new prime minister in next 48 hours, says outgoing French PM
France on edge as Macron could nominate a new prime minister within 48 hours France stands at a crucial crossroads as supporters, opponents, and international observers watch for the next move from President Emmanuel Macron. With outgoing Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu suggesting Macron could name a new prime minister within the next 48 hours, the…
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Australia’s Parliament May Grow for the First Time in 40 Years
Overview: A Potential Expansion on the Table Australia’s parliament is considering a landmark change: increasing the number of MPs and moving toward fixed or four-year terms. The inquiry, led by the joint committee on electoral matters, was commissioned by Special Minister of State Don Farrell to explore whether more representatives are needed and whether elections…
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Australia’s Political Crossfire: Triple Zero, Gaza Talks, and the Question Time Showdown
Introduction: A Contested Day in Canberra A tumultuous day in Australian politics saw a swirl of issues collide on the floor of Parliament. From calls to accelerate Triple Zero reform to high-stakes questions about the return of Islamic State-linked individuals from Syria, the session highlighted how security, crisis management, and foreign policy are shaping the…
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Border Bill C-2 Update: New Bill Drops Privacy Clauses
Overview: A Fresh Bill in Response to Privacy Criticism The Liberal government is preparing to table a second border bill this week, a move designed to preserve the core security goals of Bill C-2 while removing several controversial provisions that sparked privacy concerns. The new bill aims to advance border security measures in Parliament without…
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New Border Bill Tabled Amid Privacy Fears Over C-2 Provisions
Overview: A Second Bill in Response to Privacy Concerns The federal Liberal government is preparing to table a second bill this week that would mirror much of the recently debated Strong Borders Act, known as Bill C-2, but with several controversial clauses removed. The move comes as privacy advocates, civil liberties groups, and opposition parties…
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Sanae Takaichi Set to Be Japan’s First Female PM
Historic milestone: a female PM in Japan Japan is poised to elect its first female prime minister after the ruling Liberal Democratic Party voted Sanae Takaichi as its leader. In a tightly contested run-off, she defeated Shinjiro Koizumi, who had positioned himself as a candidate to become the youngest post-war prime minister. The victory sets…
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France 49.3 Renouncement: Lecornu backs down on budget as political tremors ripple through Matignon
What happened: Lecornu renounces 49.3 to push the budget In a move that startled many and reassured others, a senior French minister announced he would not use Article 49.3 of the Constitution to push the current budget through the National Assembly. The decision was framed as a gesture toward parliamentary engagement, though it arrived amid…
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France 49.3 Renunciation: Lecornu’s U-turn Triggers Debate
Overview: Lecornu renounces 49.3 in the budget process In a pivotal move for a government still finding its footing, French junior minister Sébastien Lecornu announced he would not invoke Article 49.3 of the Constitution to pass the budget. The decision, framed as a gesture toward parliamentary procedure, comes after a little over three weeks in…