The new Labor government has established a ministerial position to begin the process of making the country a republic. But the idea is far from the top of its agenda.
Tag: Referendums
Boris Johnson Makes His Case in Speech to Conservatives: ‘We Can Unite’
In a speech to his fellow Conservatives, the prime minister warned against “pointless fratricidal debate.”
Mexico Voters Back López Obrador to Stay in Office in Recall Election
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador drew overwhelming support among those who cast ballots, but the recall referendum failed to achieve the required 40 percent threshold to be binding.
Is Mexico’s Recall Election “Democracy of the Highest Order”?
The vote has the potential to upend the country’s political system. But many fear it will amount to nothing more than a tool for propaganda.
Mexico’s New International Airport Is Not Quite Ready for Takeoff
Mexico’s president inaugurated the first of a series of long-promised infrastructure projects — possibly a little too soon.
Switzerland, Long a Safe Haven for Tobacco Ads, Weighs a Ban
Voters will decide Sunday on whether to prohibit the ads in places where they can be seen by children under 18.
As Boris Johnson Seeks a Reset, More Tory Lawmakers Defect
Britain’s prime minister tried to steer attention away from a damning report on Downing Street parties, but his support continued to erode.
Pressure Mounts on Tunisia’s President to Salvage the Economy
When President Kais Saied seized power in July, he vowed to rescue the failing economy. Tunisians are still waiting for him to fulfill that pledge.
U.K. Foreign Secretary Inherits Thorny Issue: Northern Ireland Talks
Liz Truss is taking charge of Brexit talks after the surprise resignation of David Frost. If she is successful, it could give her a significant political boost.
Tunisia’s President Promises Vote on Constitution and Sets Election Date
President Kais Saied’s announcement dispelled some of the uncertainty Tunisians have endured for months since he shunted aside Parliament in what critics called a soft coup.