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Croatia Continues Search for 1,725 War Missing Amid Slow Progress Without Serbia
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Croatia Continues Search for 1,725 War Missing Amid Slow Progress Without Serbia

Croatian lawmakers convened to discuss ongoing efforts to locate individuals missing since the 1990s conflicts, noting that search operations are significantly hindered by a lack of cooperation from Belgrade. The parliamentary committee emphasized the urgent need for cross-border collaboration to resolve the decades-long humanitarian issue.

Indonesian Parliament Confirms Destry Damayanti as New Central Bank Governor
PoliticsJakarta Postantara-english2d ago2 sources

Indonesian Parliament Confirms Destry Damayanti as New Central Bank Governor

The Indonesian legislature has formally approved Destry Damayanti to serve as the next governor of Bank Indonesia, taking over leadership of the nation’s central bank. Her confirmation follows a vetting process by parliamentary committees focused on monetary policy and financial stability.

Hungarian Public Media Body Hearings Postponed Amid Criticism
Politicstelexhvg4d ago2 sources

Hungarian Public Media Body Hearings Postponed Amid Criticism

The parliamentary committee hearing for three nominees to Hungary's Independent Public Media Body was postponed due to professional criticism and an initiative by the Tisza party. Members of the body issued a statement following the failed hearing.

Serbian Parliament to Debate Budget Rebalance and Citizen Aid
Politicsn1-serbiadanas8d ago2 sources

Serbian Parliament to Debate Budget Rebalance and Citizen Aid

The Serbian Parliament is scheduled to convene to discuss a budget rebalance, which includes allocating approximately one billion euros for citizen aid. The parliamentary committee has already adopted the budget rebalance for several ministries, with significant funds earmarked for healthcare and social welfare.

Oil Prices Rise Amid Iran's Proposed Strait of Hormuz Restrictions
WorldReutersbloombergwsj+23wapoNPRAl Jazeeracnbcglobe-and-maille-figaroSCMPThe Independent+15 more22d ago26 sources

Oil Prices Rise Amid Iran's Proposed Strait of Hormuz Restrictions

Oil prices rose due to concerns over potential supply disruptions after Iran proposed a deal with Oman to bar US and Israeli ships from the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the proposal, former President Trump indicated that talks regarding the strait were progressing.

Berlin CSD Attack Investigation Raises Unanswered Questions
Worldtagesschau25d ago

Berlin CSD Attack Investigation Raises Unanswered Questions

A parliamentary committee investigating the CSD attack in Berlin found that central questions remain unanswered, particularly regarding why a dangerous Islamist was at large and whether security authorities adequately informed the court.

Greek Parliament Committee Approves Drinking Water Bill
Politicsnewsbeast1mo ago

Greek Parliament Committee Approves Drinking Water Bill

The parliamentary committee has approved the drinking water bill by majority vote, with Papastavrou arguing that rejecting the bill would mean accepting outdated networks. The legislation aims to address issues with the country's water infrastructure.

French Lawmakers Advance Social Media Ban for Under-15s
Politicsle-figaroFrance 24The Independent+3hindustan-timescyprus-mailmyjoyonline1mo ago6 sources

French Lawmakers Advance Social Media Ban for Under-15s

French lawmakers are moving closer to approving a ban on social media for children under 15, with a parliamentary committee already giving its approval. The final vote is expected soon, potentially making France the first EU nation to implement such a restriction.

Parliamentary Committee Reviews Ghana's Feed Ghana Programme
Worldmyjoyonline1mo ago

Parliamentary Committee Reviews Ghana's Feed Ghana Programme

Ghana's Parliamentary Select Committee on Food, Agriculture and Cocoa Affairs received a comprehensive briefing from the Minister for Food and Agriculture on the implementation and progress of the government's flagship Feed Ghana Programme.

Jayant Patil Meets BJP Leader, Sparks Speculation of NCP (SP) Joining NDA
PoliticsTimes of India1mo ago

Jayant Patil Meets BJP Leader, Sparks Speculation of NCP (SP) Joining NDA

A meeting between NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil and BJP leader Vinod Tawde has sparked speculation that the NCP (SP) might join the NDA. Patil described the encounter as non-political, occurring during a parliamentary committee visit, while Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis denied any attempts to form an alliance.

Parliamentary Committees Advance Key Decisions
Politicsdnevnik-bgcyprus-mail2mo ago2 sources

Parliamentary Committees Advance Key Decisions

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.

Ghanaian Parliamentary Committee Backs GIPA Reforms
Politicsmyjoyonline15d ago

Ghanaian Parliamentary Committee Backs GIPA Reforms

A parliamentary committee in Ghana has commended the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPA) for its investment drive and expressed support for key reforms, tracing the evolution of the country's investment promotion architecture.

Videogate Investigator Summoned by Cypriot MPs
Worldcyprus-mail1mo ago

Videogate Investigator Summoned by Cypriot MPs

Special investigator Andreas Paschalides has been summoned to a parliamentary committee in Cyprus to scrutinize his findings regarding the 'Videogate affair', though his attendance remains uncertain.

Serbian Opposition Leader Alleges Corruption in Public Procurement
Financen1-serbiadanas1mo ago2 sources

Serbian Opposition Leader Alleges Corruption in Public Procurement

Miroslav Aleksić, president of the People's Movement of Serbia (NPS), has claimed that public procurement processes in Serbia serve as a facade for corruption, with uncontrolled spending amounting to legalized theft. He made these remarks during a session of the parliamentary Committee for Finance.

Albania-EU Committee Fails to Agree on Integration Resolution
Politicsbalkan-web1mo ago

Albania-EU Committee Fails to Agree on Integration Resolution

The Albania-European Union Stabilization-Association Parliamentary Committee failed to approve a joint resolution regarding Albania's integration process. The Democratic Party attributed the failure to the Socialist Party's rejection of over 30 amendments.

Singapore GPC to Table Motion on Long-Term Transport Strategy
Businesschannel-news-asia1mo ago

Singapore GPC to Table Motion on Long-Term Transport Strategy

Singapore's Government Parliamentary Committee (GPC) is set to table a motion on a long-term transport strategy aimed at boosting the nation's global connectivity, marking the first private member's motion from a GPC since the 2025 General Election.

Interim Public Media Head Appointed in Hungary Without Hearing
Worldhvg1mo ago

Interim Public Media Head Appointed in Hungary Without Hearing

A parliamentary committee in Hungary appointed an interim head for public media within days, without a hearing. Opposition concerns about the process were largely dismissed by government parties, citing the need for urgent action due to the organization's state.

Bulgarian Culture Minister Dismisses NDK Director
Worlddnevnik-bg2mo ago

Bulgarian Culture Minister Dismisses NDK Director

Bulgaria's Minister of Culture, Evtim Miloshev, announced the dismissal of Andriana Tatarova, the executive director of the National Palace of Culture (NDK), during a parliamentary committee meeting, citing ongoing inspections.

Czech Public Media Funding Remains Uncertain After Government Meeting
Politicsirozhlas2mo ago

Czech Public Media Funding Remains Uncertain After Government Meeting

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.

Albania's constitutional court reviews controversial environmental law
Worldbalkan-web23h ago

Albania's constitutional court reviews controversial environmental law

Albania's parliamentary committee chair highlighted a constitutional court challenge against Law 21/2024, which the European Union has demanded be repealed. Critics argue the legislation prioritizes partisan interests over national environmental standards and EU integration requirements.

Politicsnewsday-zw1d ago

MDC-T disowns Copac position

The Movement for Democratic Change – Tsvangirai (MDC-T) publicly rejects a stance taken by the Constitutional Parliamentary Committee (COPAC), citing disagreements over constitutional drafting processes.

Hungarian Committee Advances Hearings in Central Bank Scandal Probe
Politicstelexhvg3d ago2 sources

Hungarian Committee Advances Hearings in Central Bank Scandal Probe

A Hungarian parliamentary committee investigating corruption at the central bank has scheduled hearings for former governor György Matolcsy and his son, despite claims of political interference. The probe examines alleged financial pacts and procedural delays within the ruling party.

Parliamentary Committee Concerned Over Vacancies in PSUs
Politicshindustan-times15d ago

Parliamentary Committee Concerned Over Vacancies in PSUs

A parliamentary committee has expressed deep concern regarding the high number of vacancies in Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) and the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) under the finance ministry.

NCP-SP MPs to Meet PM Modi, Oppose FCRA Bill
PoliticsTimes of Indiaindian-express21d ago2 sources

NCP-SP MPs to Meet PM Modi, Oppose FCRA Bill

NCP-SP MPs, led by Supriya Sule, are scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to express their opposition to the current form of the FCRA Bill. Sule has urged the Centre to either withdraw the bill or refer it to a Joint Parliamentary Committee.

Indian House Panel Defers Education Reforms Report Adoption
PoliticsTimes of India1mo ago

Indian House Panel Defers Education Reforms Report Adoption

Another parliamentary committee in India has postponed the adoption of its report on education reforms, following a similar deferral by a second committee on significant legislation, as the government seeks opposition support for various proposals.

Hamburg's Unique Approach to NSU Investigation 25 Years After Murder
Worldtagesschau2mo ago

Hamburg's Unique Approach to NSU Investigation 25 Years After Murder

Twenty-five years after Süleyman Taşköprü was murdered by the NSU in Hamburg, the city has taken a different approach to processing the events compared to other federal states. Unlike elsewhere, Hamburg did not establish a parliamentary committee of inquiry, leaving pressing questions for the relatives.

Artificial Sweeteners Hurting Pakistan's Mango Industry
BusinessDawn2mo ago

Artificial Sweeteners Hurting Pakistan's Mango Industry

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.

Swedish Government Scrutiny Ends in Disagreement
Politicsaftonbladetsvenska-dagbladet2mo ago2 sources

Swedish Government Scrutiny Ends in Disagreement

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.

Serbian Security Committee Adopts BIA Reports Amidst Montenegro Concerns
Politicsn1-serbiadanas2mo ago2 sources

Serbian Security Committee Adopts BIA Reports Amidst Montenegro Concerns

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.