18/12/2007 :: The 14th of December 2007 Jan Helgesen was elected President of the European Commission for Democracy through Law of the Council of Europe (“Venice Commission”). + More

18/12/2007 :: The European Commission for Democracy through Law, better known as the Venice Commission, is the Council of Europe's advisory body on constitutional matters. Established in 1990, the commission has played a leading role in the adoption of constitutions that conform to the standards of Europe's constitutional heritage. + More

10/12/2007 :: December 4th, an agreement of cooperation between Norway and the Venice Commission (The European Commission for Democracy through Law) was signed by Norwegian ambassador to the Council of Europe Torbjørn Frøysnes and Secretary of the Venice Commission Gianni Buquicchio. The agreement stipulates a contribution of €180.000 over a three year period to cover expenses related to the implementation of an agreement between the Venice Commission and the Union of Arab Constitutional Courts and Councils (UACCC). + More