Nazarbayev suggests studying Asian mentality instead of accusing Kazakhstan of autocracy
On the eve of the Constitution Day in Kazakhstan, President Nazarbayev commented on accusations of autocracy.
Defiant Erdogan vows to press for new Turkey constitution
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday defiantly vowed to renew his drive for a new presidency-based constitution.
Three days for Constitution Day in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstanis will be resting for three days on the Constitution Day this year.
Nepal appeals for calm after deadly clashes over constitution
Nepali politicians including Prime Minister Sushil Koirala appealed for calm as hundreds protested against a new constitution for a second day.
Kazakhstan government resigns
With the inauguration of Nursultan Nazarbayev, the government of Kazakhstan resigns according to the Constitution.
Obama urges DRCongo's Kabila to respect constitution
US President Barack Obama urged Congolese President Joseph Kabila to respect the Democratic Republic of Congo's constitution.
Kazakhstan to eliminate discrimation against disabled persons
Kazakhstan is on its way to ratify the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities as part of the move to eliminate discrimination against the disabled.
Nazarbayev speaks reforms, including moving powers from President to Parliament
President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev spoke about five institutional reforms he envisions for Kazakhstan that would ensure its move towards a developed and harmonious society.
Kazakhstan's Constitutional Council to interpret early presidential elections idea
The Senate has requested the Constitutional Council of Kazakhstan to provide an official interpretation of the Article 41 of the Constitution on early presidential elections.
On first 'Constitution Day', China blocks protests
China marked its first national Constitution Day with readings at schools across the country, activities promoting the rule of law, and the blocking of protests at Tiananmen Square.
Advocacy group urges Kazakhstan to abolish death penalty
Penal Reform International believes Kazakhstan should abolish the death penalty completely, even though there is a moratorium on capital punishment in the country.
Spain PM says open to debate on constitutional reform
Spain's Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy said he was open to proposals on reforming the country's constitution.
Tony Blair to contribute to book on Kazakhstani Constitution
Foreign experts and politicians will put together a book on the Constitution of Kazakhstan.
Philippine leader says may seek controversial second term
Philippine President Benigno Aquino has said he may try to change the constitution and serve a second term in office.
South Africa celebrates 20 years since apartheid
President Jacob Zuma led celebrations Sunday on the 20th anniversary of post-apartheid democracy in South Africa, insisting it is closer to its dream of a multi-racial nation despite stubborn inequality, poverty and corruption.
Philippine Supreme Court says law on online libel constitutional
The Philippine Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that a controversial cybercrime law penalising online libel is constitutional, amid claims it is intended to curb Internet freedom in one of Asia's most freewheeling democracies.
Senator Rand Paul sues Obama over NSA intel program
US Senator Rand Paul filed suit against President Barack Obama and other officials in a bid to end the secret program that scoops up telephone data on virtually all Americans.
UN's Ban hails 'historic milestone' in Tunisia
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon welcomed Tunisia's adoption of a new constitution on Sunday, declaring it a "historic milestone" and a model for other countries seeking reform.
Egypt constitution sails through vote but turnout key
Egyptian voters overwhelmingly backed a new constitution that paves the way for the army chief to run for president, early results showed Thursday, but turnout figures will provide a key measure of his popularity.
Egypt votes on constitution as violence highlights divide
Egyptians queued to vote amid tight security Tuesday in a referendum on a new constitution likely to launch a presidential bid by the army chief who overthrew Islamist president Mohamed Morsi.
