A look around the world on latest rule of law events in February

Bill on crime against women at the beginning of Budget Session

The Indian Government is planning to bring a fresh Bill to replace the ordinance on crime against women issued on Sunday, within the first few days of the Budget Session of Parliament beginning February 21. (Read more)

European Parliament discusses freedom and rule of law in Bulgaria

Member of the European Parliament debated freedom and the rule of law in Bulgaria with the Council Presidency and Commissioner Connie Hedegaard on February 7, 2013. (Read more)

Paris conference called on security, justice and rule of law in Libya

A Paris conference organized for February 13, 2013 by the French government, will bring a Libyan delegation together with ministers from states that backed the revolution, to focus on security, justice and the rule of law in the country. (Read more)

Turkish Parliament to Begin Debate on Terror-Finance Law

Turkey's parliament starts debating a draft law to combat terrorist financing today as the country seeks to avoid suspension by a key Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development group. (Read more)

Conference on Emerging Issues in Healthcare Law

The American Bar Association Health Law Section will organize a conference on the most emergent topics facing the healthcare bar from 20th-24th February, 2013. This year's conference will also offer pre-conference sessions, a Breast Cancer Legal Advocacy workshop, fundamentals of healthcare law for those who are new to the area or need a review of healthcare law, and a conflict resolution workshop geared toward healthcare providers. (Read more)

The First Global Meeting of Indigenous Peoples Forum

The first global meeting of the Indigenous Peoples' Forum at IFAD will be held on 11-12 February 2013, in Rome in conjunction with IFAD Governing Council. The Indigenous Peoples' Forum at IFAD was established in February 2011 during a workshop in Rome where 28 representatives of indigenous people's organizations gathered from all continents. (Read more)

Upcoming Elections

Trinidad and Tobago: 15 Feb. 2013

Cyprus: 17 Feb. 2013
 
Ecuador: 17 Feb 2013. Click here to check out Ecuador's Rule of Law Index rankings.
 
Armenia: 18 Feb 2013
 
Kenya: 4 March 2013. Click here to check out Kenya's Rule of Law Index ranking.
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WJP Chief of Public Sector Partnerships Mark Lewis during his participation in the United Kingdom House of Lords Constitution Committee’s official inquiry into the rule of law

WJP Shares Global Rule of Law Trends with UK House of Lords

On July 2, 2025, the World Justice Project (WJP) was honored to participate in the United Kingdom House of Lords Constitution Committee’s official inquiry into the rule of law. This invitation followed WJP’s written submission and marked an invaluable opportunity to support evidence-based policymaking in the United Kingdom.

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In Memory of William H. Neukom

It is with incredibly heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our founder and dear friend, William H. Neukom, known to all of us simply as Bill. Bill was the driving force behind the World Justice Project (WJP), and his absence leaves a profound void in the soul of our organization. His belief in justice was unwavering. His deep humanity and his remarkable gift for bringing people together—regardless of background or origin—shaped everything we do at WJP.

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The Warsaw Principles for the Rule of Law
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Global Coalition Unites in Warsaw, Unveiling New Principles for Joint Action on Rule of Law

WARSAW, Poland – 26 June 26, 2025 – A global coalition of organizational leaders and justice advocates issued an urgent call to action today to reverse the worldwide decline in the rule of law, marked by the release of the Warsaw Principles at the conclusion of the 2025 World Justice Forum. The Warsaw Principles represent a unified front against rising authoritarian pressures and a framework for collective action to strengthen accountability.

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Chief Justice Zondo accepts the World Justice Project Rule of Law Award
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Chief Justice Raymond Zondo Honored with Prestigious WJP Rule of Law Award for Anti-Corruption Efforts

WARSAW, Poland – June 12, 2025 – Former South African Chief Justice Raymond Zondo was awarded the prestigious World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Award in recognition of his unwavering commitment to justice and his courageous efforts in exposing systemic corruption. The award was presented by WJP Board Vice President Judy Perry Martinez at the 2025 World Justice Forum, a global gathering of rule of law champions. Polish Minister of Justice Adam Bodnar, a prior recipient of the award in 2019, made accompanying remarks.

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