On June 2, the draft law entitled “Granting Corsica special autonomy within the French Republic,” prepared by the French government, was submitted for discussion during sessions of the French National Assembly, and on June 3 it was approved by the Law Commission, APA reports.
The main objective of the draft is to take into account the economic, social, cultural and administrative interests that Corsica has demanded for many years.
Thus, according to the new article to be added to the Constitution, Corsica will be granted the right to self-government within France, while also recognizing the island’s unique characteristics and its historical, cultural and linguistic heritage.
Within the framework of this right, and provided that it complies with the fundamental principles of France and international law, Corsica will have the authority to adapt certain laws and regulations within its territory and adopt new normative acts.
Among the adopted amendments is a reference to the Corsican people, which serves to more clearly express the island’s historical, cultural and geographical characteristics. In addition, the scope of authority of the Collectivité de Corse, the special administrative and local governing body located on the island, has been clarified, and an obligation has been established to seek the opinion of local voters during the preparation of future draft laws. In areas not falling within the authority of the Collectivité de Corse, the state's core powers will remain in force.
The right-wing Republicans party is completely opposed to the idea of autonomy and demands the preservation of the country's unity. Left-wing liberal parties and Corsican representatives support the implementation of self-government.
The draft is expected to be put to a vote in the National Assembly on June 24, and its future legal fate will be determined depending on the outcome of that vote.
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