Kyrgyzstani constitutional referendum, 2016

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A constitutional referendum will be held in Kyrgyzstan on 11 December 2016.[1]

Background[edit]

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[edit]

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]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Kyrgyzstan goes to referendum". 1 November 2016. 
  2. ^ a b c "Kyrgyz Lawmakers Advance Bill For Referendum On Constitutional Amendments". RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty. Retrieved 2016-10-23. 
  3. ^ "Kyrgyzstan has literally lost its constitution". The Independent. 2016-10-21. Retrieved 2016-10-23.