The Algerian Parliament has approved amendments to the country's penal code and military justice law, introducing stricter penalties for certain crimes. The amendments, proposed by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, aim to enhance national security and protect citizens and their property. The changes include the introduction of the death penalty for those who intentionally start fires and for child abductors and those who mistreat them.
The amendments were approved by the Council of the Nation, the upper house of the Algerian Parliament, in a plenary session chaired by Council President Azzouz Nasri. The session was attended by government representatives, including Justice Minister Hafaf Al-Akhtam and Minister of Relations with Parliament Najiiba Jellali. The changes to the penal code and military justice law were made to address growing concerns about national security and to bring the country's laws in line with international standards.
The new amendments to the penal code introduce harsher penalties for crimes such as arson and child abduction. Those found guilty of intentionally starting fires will face the death penalty, as will those who abduct children or mistreat them. The changes aim to strengthen the protection of children and to combat the growing threat of arson attacks, which have caused significant damage and loss of life in recent years.
Justice Minister Hafaf Al-Akhtam emphasized that the amendments demonstrate the government's commitment to enhancing national security and protecting citizens and their property. He noted that the changes are in line with President Tebboune's program, which prioritizes the fight against crime and the protection of citizens' rights. The minister also highlighted the importance of the military justice law, which aims to strengthen the role of the military judiciary in maintaining national security.
The military justice law, which was also approved by the Council of the Nation, aims to modernize the country's military justice system and to bring it in line with international standards. The law introduces new provisions to enhance the independence of the military judiciary and to strengthen its role in maintaining national security. The law also aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of military justice proceedings.
Council of the Nation President Azzouz Nasri emphasized that the approval of the amendments to the penal code and military justice law demonstrates the government's commitment to protecting citizens and their property. He noted that the changes are in line with the country's constitution and international human rights standards. Nasri also highlighted the importance of the military justice law in maintaining national security and stability.
The approval of the amendments to the penal code and military justice law is seen as a significant step forward in Algeria's efforts to combat crime and enhance national security. The changes demonstrate the government's commitment to protecting citizens and their property and to upholding the rule of law. The new laws will come into effect once they are published in the country's official gazette.
Key points
- The Algerian Parliament has approved amendments to the penal code and military justice law, introducing stricter penalties for certain crimes, including the death penalty for arsonists and child abductors.
- The amendments aim to enhance national security and protect citizens and their property.
- The changes demonstrate the government's commitment to upholding the rule of law and protecting citizens' rights.
