Kyrgyzstani constitutional referendum, 2016
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A constitutional referendum will be held in Kyrgyzstan on 11 December 2016.[1]
Background
The post-independence constitution was introduced in 1993, with modifications made following referendums in 1996, 1998, 2003, 2007 and 2010. However, the current constitution prohibits any amendments being made until 2020.[2] The original version of the 2010 constitution has been lost.[3]
Proposed changes
The proposed changes to the constitution include increasing the powers of the Prime Minister and Supreme Council, as well as making reforms to the judicial system.[2] They have been put forward by five parties.[2]
The constitutional changes proposed by five political parties would widen the powers of the prime minister and parliament and reform the judicial system.
References
- ↑ "Kyrgyzstan goes to referendum". 1 November 2016.
- 1 2 3 "Kyrgyz Lawmakers Advance Bill For Referendum On Constitutional Amendments". RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty. Retrieved 2016-10-23.
- ↑ "Kyrgyzstan has literally lost its constitution". The Independent. 2016-10-21. Retrieved 2016-10-23.
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