What constitutional reform was carried under Atambayev?
Increased the role of president
Decreased the role of president
Strengthened the role of parliament
None of the above
Answer
The constitutional reform carried under Atambayev strengthened the role of parliament. The parliament was given the power to appoint the prime minister, who would then nominate the cabinet. The president would still have the power to veto legislation, but the parliament could override the veto with a two-thirds majority.
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