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    641 Search results for "2008 constitution"

    Constitution Ethnic issues Lead Story News

    Ethnic alliance ‘cannot support’ 2008 Constitution

    The Nationwide Ceasefire Coordination Team (NCCT) said it has agreed to four of the Burmese military’s six requests, but that it cannot fully adhere to the existing laws of the country nor the current Constitution.

    Constitution Lead Story News

    2008 Constitution was undemocratic, says Suu Kyi

    During her visit to Chin State in western Burma, National League for Democracy (NLD) leader Aung San Suu Kyi spoke to supporters in Tedim on Tuesday about her party’s vision for Constitutional reform.

    Uncategorized

    Major flaws in the 2008 constitution

    Top Burmese lawyer dissects the 2008 constitution and highlights the areas that have sparked calls for a major revision

    Constitution Lead Story News Politics

    Burma’s president calls for a ‘suitable constitution’

    In his Independence Day speech, Htin Kyaw called for reform of a military-drafted constitution and for justice for all recognised minorities under a federal system, but made no mention of the Rohingya.

    Constitution Lead Story News

    Military must assist us in amending constitution, says NLD’s Nyan Win

    When asked about progress to date on constitutional reform, Nyan Win declined to respond.

    Lead Story News Parliament

    Military MP questions Shwe Mann-led legal commission’s constitutionality

    A military MP on Monday challenged the constitutionality of the Commission for the Assessment of Legal Affairs and Special Cases, a body led by Shwe Mann, the former parliamentary speaker and retired general.

    Lead Story News Politics

    NLD travel ban fuels talk of Burma constitutional challenge

    The party of Burma’s Aung San Suu Kyi has instructed its lawmakers not to leave the capital.

    No fair election under current Constitution: NLD video

    2015 Elections Lead Story News Video

    No fair election under current Constitution: NLD

    The National League for Democracy say the Burmese military’s grip on politics would ultimately undermine the November’s general election.

    Constitution Lead Story News Politics

    Constitutional reform essential, says UNA and 88GPOS alliance

    “If the 2015 election is held without amending the Constitution, the election might be free, but it won’t be fair,” said UNA leader Aye Thar Aung.

    Constitution Lead Story News Parliament

    Shwe Mann defends call to protect Constitution

    Recent proposal to pass a new law protecting the 2008 Constitution is not an attempt to obstruct attempts at charter amendment, says parliamentary speaker.

    2015 Elections Constitution Lead Story News Politics

    Thein Sein, Suu Kyi in face-to-face Constitution talks

    The pair reportedly met privately to discuss constitutional reform and steps to ensure free and fair elections later this year.

    Lead Story News Parliament Politics Uncategorized

    President rejects constitutional reform dialogue

    Thein Sein tells parliament that multi-party dialogue would be unconstituional, and would breach the rule of law.

    Constitutional reform vote slated for next session

    A vote will go ahead on whether to adopt a constitution review committee’s suggestions on amending the 2008 charter at the next session of parliament beginning 19 January. Previous debate[…]

    Constitution Lead Story News Politics

    Political big guns poised for constitutional debate

    President Thein Sein, opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi, Commander-in-Chief Snr-Gen Min Aung Hlaing, and three others are to lock horns in Naypyidaw for a debate on constitutional reform.

    2015 Elections Constitution Lead Story News Parliament

    No constitutional reform before 2015 election: Shwe Mann

    House speaker Shwe Mann tells reporters in Naypyidaw on Tuesday that any amendments to the 2008 Constitution will only be enacted after next year’s general elections.

    Constitution Lead Story News Parliament

    MPs start debating Constitutional amendments

    Burma’s parliament began its much-anticipated debate on whether to amend the 2008 Constitution on Thursday.

    Constitution Lead Story News Politics Sagaing

    Constitutional reform campaign builds steam

    The campaign for constitutional reform continues as activist group 88GPOS joins the NLD in central and southeastern Burma, greeted by crowds in the thousands.

    Constitution Karen Lead Story News Peace Process

    Peace without constitutional reform is like ‘hopping on one leg’, says Min Ko Naing

    “Min Ko Naing said that amending the Constitution’s Article 436 without a peace agreement or vice versa was akin to hopping on one leg,” she said. “Only when we achieve both goals will we be able to walk properly.”

    Lead Story News Politics

    Constitutional reform rally held in Irrawaddy division

    A rally for constitutional reform was staged in Henzada, Irrawaddy Division on Friday.

    Constitution Lead Story News Politics Suu Kyi

    Amending Constitution will ‘hurt the people’, says Thein Sein

    The instability being caused by the ongoing public campaign to amend the Constitution will ultimately hurt the country, Burma’s President Thein Sein has warned.

    Irrawaddy minister rebuffs Suu Kyi on constitutional reform video

    2015 Elections Lead Story News Politics Suu Kyi Video

    Irrawaddy minister rebuffs Suu Kyi on constitutional reform

    In response to widespread calls for constitutional reform, Irrawaddy Division’s Chief Minister has announced that there is no need to amend the 2008 constitution.

    Constitution Karen Lead Story News Suu Kyi

    Suu Kyi asks KNU to focus on constitutional reform

    Suu Kyi allegedly referred to the ongoing peace talks between the KNU, other ethnic armed groups and the Burmese government, saying that constitutional reform would bolster the peace process.

    Constitution Lead Story News Politics Suu Kyi

    Suu Kyi, 88 Gen leaders join for Constitution rally

    Aung San Suu Kyi will team up with leaders of the 88 Generation Students group at rallies in Rangoon and Mandalay as part of a long-standing bid to amend Burma’s 2008 Constitution.

    Constitution Law Lead Story News

    Pegu police prohibit constitution protest

    Activists in the Pegu Division town of Nyaunglebin have been denied permission to hold a protest calling for amendments to the 2008 constitution.

    Lead Story News Politics Suu Kyi

    Suu Kyi leaves Europe armed with international support for constitutional change

    Aung San Suu Kyi is due to depart France for home on Wednesday, having canvased international support for her agenda of constitutional change in Burma.

    BRIEF – Magwe march for constitutional change

    Over 600 residents from towns across Mandalay and Magwe divisions gathered in Chauk, Magwe on Monday to call for change to the 2008 Constitution. The focus of the protest was articles 59(f), which bars[…]

    Amend the constitution ‘for the stability of the country’, says Suu Kyi video

    Lead Story News Politics Suu Kyi Video

    Amend the constitution ‘for the stability of the country’, says Suu Kyi

    Aung San Suu Kyi urges a crowd in Mandalay’s Mogok to push for constitutional change and to amend article 436.

    DVB Debate: Constitutional conundrum video

    DVB Debate Lead Story News Video

    DVB Debate: Constitutional conundrum

    Panellists on DVB Debate discuss constitutional reform and the future role of the military in Burma.

    2015 Elections Constitution Elections Lead Story News Politics

    Changes to Constitution must be made in time for 2015 elections: Shwe Mann

    Shwe Mann asks the Committee for Implementation of the Amendment of the Constitution to review the vote plus referendum requirement for constitutional change, insists that all changes must be finalised six months from 2015 election.

    Constitution Lead Story News Politics

    NLD and 88 Generation unite for constitutional reform

    The groups say they will focus on changing Article 436, the clause that governs amendments to the constitution and which requires 75 percent parliamentary approval for any proposed amendment to proceed.

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