The aim of the new documents is to ensure equal rights for men and women and to improve the situation in the judicial bodies.
On January 20, the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, responsible for constitutional legislation, local self-government, and regulations, held the second reading of two bills concerning gender equality and the judicial system.
The first document is a draft constitutional law amending the legislation on the Council for Justice Affairs, the Supreme Court, and local courts. The second bill aims to guarantee equal rights and opportunities for women and men.
Deputy Kamila Talieva, one of the initiators of the initiative, emphasized that changes in legislation should create equal conditions for all citizens, regardless of their gender, in areas such as politics, economics, culture, and social life.
During the discussion, Deputy Kubanychbek Samakov noted that professional competence should remain the main criterion for appointing judges. Deputy Chyngyz Azhibaev also expressed his concerns about the current state of the judicial system and urged colleagues to support the proposed bills.
Chairman of the Council for Justice Affairs Aibek Moldakunov reported that as of today, men make up 58% of the judges in the Supreme Court, highlighting the need for a balanced approach in forming judicial bodies.
As a result of the discussion, the committee expressed support for both bills and decided to forward them for further consideration.
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