Constitutional experts from across Asia are convening in Seoul to share insights on constitutional values and judicial experiences in response to rapidly changing societal dynamics.
On May 18, the Asian Constitutional Court Union (AACC) announced that it is hosting the "5th International Conference of Researchers" from today until May 21.
The conference, themed "Recent Trends and Issues in Constitutional Law," aims to reflect on the constitutional journeys of various countries amid the global changes since 2018.
Particularly, the event will address the implications of constitutional amendments and key rulings experienced by different nations in light of various issues such as the pandemic, technological advancements, and social conflicts, providing a platform for sharing concrete legislative achievements.
The agenda includes three sessions and a comprehensive session. The first session, held immediately after the opening ceremony on May 19, will focus on "Constitutional Amendments Since 2018," followed by the second and third sessions, which will cover "Major Constitutional Court Rulings" and "Key Legislative Developments," respectively, featuring in-depth presentations and discussions from member institutions.
Around 40 experts, including judges and researchers from the 15 member institutions of the AACC, as well as invited guests, will participate to strengthen the unity of the Asian constitutional community.
Since hosting the AACC Research Office in 2017, the Constitutional Court has played a pivotal role as a hub for Asian constitutional jurisprudence by alternating the hosting of international conferences for judges and researchers every two years.
A court official stated, "Through this conference, we aim to share South Korea's experiences as a leading institution in global constitutional jurisprudence with countries in Asia and contribute to the promotion of human rights and the advancement of democracy in the region."
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