The government has adopted an ordinance to enforce a revised Civil Code that will introduce joint parental custody of children after divorce, starting on April 1, 2026.
At the same time, a statutory child support system will be launched, enabling parents to claim a minimum level of child support from their former partners even if no agreement was reached at the time of divorce.
The new framework represents a major shift in the post-World War II legislative system governing families. It still faces significant challenges, however, including effectively addressing and preventing domestic violence and overhauling family courts so they are better equipped to handle custodial arrangements.
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