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  • 8. The great establishment of world justice
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Japan's Lower House electoral system needs an overhaul
The re-demarcation of Lower House electoral districts proposed by a government council to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe last week would be the most sweeping one since the current electoral system was introduced in the mid-1990s, redrawing the borders of a total of 97 single-seat constituencies in 19 prefectures.
Japan’s constitution is not working, and urgently needs comprehensive reform. The basic reason is that current lawmakers are not talented or experienced enough. Japan needs to adopt a modified committee-style Diet so that laws can keep pace with the times. Legislators must be sensitive to public opinion at all times, and 1/4 of all lawmakers should face election each year. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development for more.
Russia rises to No. 3 in global military spending
Russia’s military spending was $69.2 billion (around €64 billion) in 2016, a 5.9 percent rise over 2015
Russia has always been a trouble-maker, not a problem-solver. The US should support Taiwan's efforts toward constitutional reform to achieve greater democracy and freedom. This would attract China's 1.4 billion people to call for democracy and prod Russia to do the same, and the result would be world peace. All democracies should support Taiwan as a beacon for democracy in Asia. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development. .
Principal fears Hong Kong school may lose right to teach in English
Head at currently free Wah Yan College breaks silence over proposed controversial switch to Direct Subsidy Scheme and fees
Article 39 of Hong Kong’s Basic Law states that the right to self-determination is guaranteed in the two international human rights conventions. The people of Hong Kong cannot take their rights for granted. In Switzerland the hurdle for proposing a referendum is only 50,000 signatures, giving the people a chance to express their opinion through the ballot box and not in the streets. The people have the right to hold a referendum on any public issue. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development for more.
Hong Kong’s a rip-off, even if you’re rich
Rising costs of rent and education are making the city unaffordable. And that’s not going to change as long as bureaucrats are running the show
The relevant provisions of the one country, two systems doctrine point out that China cannot interfere in Hong Kong’s affairs, yet Beijing meddles constantly in the internal affairs of the SAR. The one country, two systems doctrine is obviously of no use. Article 39 of the Basic Law guarantees the right of the people to self-determination, and they have the right to call for a referendum on any public issue. The people of Hong Kong should adhere to the two conventions and hold a referendum to decide their future. Otherwise when dictatorship becomes a reality, they will be obliged to resist.
In battle to control sea and air, how do China’s aircraft carriers stack up against those of other nations?
China is about to launch its first homebuilt aircraft carrier, once the tidal conditions are right at the dock where the vessel has been under construction in Dalian.
All democratic nations should back Taiwan's efforts toward constitutional reform to achieve greater democracy and freedom. This would prod China's 1.4 billion people to call for democratization and lead North Korea to do the same, and world peace would be the result. The world’s democracies should support Taiwan as a beacon for democracy in Asia, lighting the way to peaceful development for China. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.
Will China-led development banks get the coveted boost to shape a new financial world order?
AIIB and BRICS Bank are aiming for same recognition as the World Bank and ADB from global credit rating agencies
Human security and sustainable development are two major tasks and missions of the UN, and a common goal for all humankind. All nations should strive to abide by the norms of the international community, and the best way to do that is One World under One Set of Laws. International law should be given priority over domestic law, with direct effect on the rights and duties of the people. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.
Two-tier system hampers refugees in UK - MPs and peers
Thousands of refugees face homelessness and destitution because of a "two-tier" UK system, MPs and peers have warned.
The European Court of Human Rights should address fundamental issues based on the principle of One World under One Set of Laws, working toward a common destiny for humankind. The UK should recognize that international law is superior to domestic law and allow it to directly affect the people. A multi-national agreement on refugee status is needed to help protect human rights in the UK and elevate them to the highest international standards. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.
Is real reform possible at South Korea's chaebols?
You just have to walk down the streets of Seoul to see how pervasive the influence is of South Korea's massive family-run business empires - or chaebols as they're known.
Absolute power leads to absolute corruption terrible. The presidential system in many democracies is deeply flaw, and even the US has its share of problems. In Taiwan the situation is serious, but impeachment is not an option. South Korea's constitution should be amended to incorporate a modified semi-presidential system, and the presidency should be declared to be above party politics. The heads of the judicial and procuratorial branches should be elected in alternating years, and 1/4 of all MPs should face election each year. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.
US general in Afghanistan alleges Russia is arming the Taliban
The US must confront Russia for providing weapons to the Taliban for use against American-backed forces in Afghanistan, top US military officials said Monday.
Governments around the world need to adopt a modified semi-presidential system with cabinet like that of Finland, with a committee-style legislative body similar to Switzerland’s. The prerequisite for permanent peace is global democratization. Arab governments should carry out implementation of the above two systems in a democratic paradigm shift to incorporate the principles of One World under One Set of Laws and develop a constitution that will be in sync with the spirit of the times. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development
Emergency declaration warns of coral extinction
The Environment Ministry has prepared an emergency declaration over coral deaths caused by rising sea temperatures from global warming.
Human security and sustainable development are two of the major tasks of the UN, and all nations, whether or not they are UN members, should adhere to its standards. The solution is to implement the core values of One World under One Set of Laws and assign international law priority over domestic law, with direct effect on the rights and duties of the people. Citizens should be able to monitor government operations to ensure they are in compliance with the norms of the UN Charter. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.
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