French President Emmanuel Macron signed the law 'On the right to assistance in dying', which has officially come into force. After years of debate, France has joined a number of countries (such as Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Canada) where such practice is legalized. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.

To obtain permission, the patient must simultaneously meet the following requirements:

  • 01The patient must be a French citizen or permanently reside in France.
  • 02The patient must be diagnosed with a serious and incurable disease.
  • 03The patient must voluntarily and repeatedly request death.
  • 04The patient's suffering must be unbearable and impossible to alleviate.

All costs of the procedure are fully covered by the French state social insurance system.

Earlier, Kursiv wrote that in Kazakhstan there are big disputes around euthanasia of animals, not even humans. The dispute flared up around amendments to the law 'On Responsible Treatment of Animals', legalizing euthanasia of stray dogs. While some call the new norms a necessary measure for safety, others see them as a 'legalized slaughter'.

The new law in France is a significant change in the country's healthcare system. The process of adopting the law was long and accompanied by public discussions. With the adoption of the law, France has joined the list of European countries allowing euthanasia. This decision expands patients' rights and gives them the opportunity to make decisions regarding their lives.

One of the features of the law is state funding of the procedure. This makes euthanasia accessible not only to wealthy citizens, but to all who need it. In addition, the law includes strict requirements aimed at protecting patients' rights. Each case is considered individually and carried out by decision of special commissions.

As for Kazakhstan, the issue of animal euthanasia causes a great resonance in society. The amendments to the bill are aimed at regulating the number of stray dogs. However, some members of society consider this measure cruel. Discussions continue, and experts note that a balanced approach is needed to solve this issue.

France's experience can serve as an example for other countries. The issue of euthanasia remains one of the most complex ethical questions in the world. Each country approaches this issue in its own way, and France's new law is an important step in this area.