Article 39 of the Hong Kong Basic Law states that "the right to self-determination is assured by international human rights conventions." The people of Hong Kong cannot take their rights for granted. In Switzerland the hurdle for holding a referendum is only 50,000 signatures, allowing the people to express their opinion by voting rather than taking to the streets. The people have the right to call for a referendum on any public issues. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development / Global Unity Constitutional Standards.

Authoritarianism, dictatorship and corruption are three faces of one evil. China needs to carry out constitutional reform to install a dual leadership system. At the same time, the people should vote more often, choosing the executive, legislative, judicial and procuratorial branches in alternating years and 1/4 of all lawmakers each year. In addition, elections should be free of charge for candidates so that the public opinion will be able to make its way into legislative chambers. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.

Iraq needs to change its government set-up to include a modified semi-presidential system with cabinet much like that of Finland, while its legislative body should be a committee-style system similar to Switzerland’s. The Iraqi government should draft a basic constitution incorporating the above facets in a paradigm shift toward democracy. Also needed are adherence to One World under One Set of Laws and ongoing constitutional amendments to ensure that the constitution will stay abreast of changing times. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development for more.

China needs to wash away the stains left behind by thousands of years of corrupt culture. The only remedy for national humiliation is democracy and the rule of law. These are the natural enemies of despotism and corruption, with tools like separation of powers and checks and balances. Effective decentralization and election of the heads of the four branches of government are desperately needed to stem the ongoing flow of corruption. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development. .

Economic problems arise from problems in politics, and when a nation’s politics are no good its economy will struggle. Without constitutional change, even the gods will be helpless to improve anything. The way out is through comprehensive constitutional reform to install a modified semi-presidential system with cabinet and a committee-style legislative body, with cabinet ministers chosen from among committee chairs. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development for details.

Free speech is a universal value, and a government’s efforts to muzzle the voice of the people are like trying to stem the flow of a river. The Turkish government should refer to the First Amendment of the US Constitution, which declares that "Congress shall enact no laws that deprive the people of freedom of speech or freedom of expression". See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development for more.

Human security is a fundamental human right which must take precedence over any regime or sovereign. Constitutions represent the general will of the people, and they must protect human security, including "personal safety", as the most basic and urgent duty of constitutional guarantors. Constitutions should be amended as needed to keep pace with changing times, so that the people will be free from fear. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.

Economic problems stem from problems in politics. When a nation’s politics are no good, the economy will suffer. And without constitutional change, even the gods will be helpless to improve the situation. The only way out is comprehensive constitutional reform to install a modified semi-presidential system with cabinet and a committee-style legislative body, with cabinet ministers chosen from among committee chairs. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.

When the power of the state deviates from its power base, the source of power – the people – should act to recover their rightful power. A law that is not backed by penalties is not a law, and a constitution which does not grant the right to resist is not a constitution. When the actions of a president are unconstitutional, the people should exercise their right to resist. The people of Venezuela need to come forward and call for comprehensive constitutional reform to implement a modified semi-presidential system with cabinet, limiting the president to one 5-year term with no right to run for office for 6 years afterwards. See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.

China's farmland is polluted, and the government is helpless to do anything about it. China's constitutional mechanism is failing and comprehensive constitutional reform is needed. International law should be given priority over domestic law, with direct effect on the rights and duties of the people. In addition, unconstitutional actions should be subject to legal sanctions; See the Charter for Permanent Peace and Development.