Turkey discusses new constitution following framework law approval

Following the approval of a framework law by 467 votes in the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş has indicated that the current parliamentary arithmetic is favorable for drafting a new constitution to replace the 1982 version. Kurtulmuş noted that a strong ground for consensus has been established among political parties.

Discussions regarding the draft constitution, which is reportedly before President Erdoğan, suggest several potential directions. These include revising the Presidential Government System or, as suggested by some conservative lawmakers, returning to a strengthened parliamentary system. Analysts suggest the move may be driven by strategic electoral advantages and potential shifts in political alliances.