Prime Minister [Insert fictional name here, e.g., Ahmed Benali] today inaugurated a conference focused on proposed technical amendments to the Constitution and the organic law pertaining to the electoral system. The event, held at the Palace of Nations, saw the participation of key government figures, including the Director of the President’s Office, [Insert fictional name here, e.g., Fatima Zohra], members of the cabinet, leaders of various political parties, and the acting head of the National Independent Authority for Elections.
During the conference, the Director of the President’s Office presented a comprehensive overview outlining ten specific proposals for technical adjustments to the Constitution. These proposals primarily address organizational and institutional reforms designed to streamline governance and enhance clarity.
Key proposals included:
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The introduction of a mandatory educational qualification for candidates seeking the office of President of the Republic.
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Precise definition of the authority before which the Presidential oath is administered and the entity responsible for its recitation, aiming to standardize and clarify official procedures.
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Granting the President the authority to call for early local elections.
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Eliminating the requirement for the Supreme Council of the Judiciary’s consent in appointments to senior positions or in the annual reshuffle of heads of judicial councils and state commissioners, given the President’s role as head of the Supreme Council of the Judiciary.
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Extending the term of the President of the Council of the Nation to six years from the current three, intended to foster continuity and prevent disruption resulting from frequent changes.
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Improving the organizational framework for regular parliamentary sessions, ensuring flexibility in their commencement in September and allowing for a ten-month duration.
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Reorganizing the composition of the Supreme Council of the Judiciary, removing three categories of members previously selected by the President of Parliament, union representation, and the head of the National Council for Human Rights, while incorporating the Attorney General of the Supreme Court.
These proposed amendments reflect an ongoing effort to refine Algeria’s legal and political framework, ensuring its alignment with contemporary governance standards and promoting institutional stability. Further details and analysis will be provided as the amendment process progresses.
