An agreement has been formalized between the Secretary General of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), Martin Chungong, and the Chairman of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan, Tanzila Norbaeva, to host the 150th-anniversary assembly of the IPU in Uzbekistan in 2025, the Senate's press service reports.
President's Initiative Fosters Milestone Event
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev's proactive initiative to host the 150th-anniversary assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Uzbekistan reflects a strategic vision to engage with international partners and enhance the nation's standing on the global stage.
The Inter-Parliamentary Union, comprising 180 member parliaments worldwide, holds its supreme body, the Assembly, in countries distinguished by their commitment to parliamentarism and sustainable development. Uzbekistan's selection as the venue for this esteemed event underscores its growing influence and dedication to advancing parliamentary democracy and sustainable progress.
Objectives and Themes of the Assembly
The upcoming assembly in Uzbekistan will serve as a platform for a range of crucial discussions and exchanges:
- Mutual exchange of experience on current issues and familiarization with the activities of the Parliament of Uzbekistan.
- Expansion of parliamentary participation in the implementation of the 2030 strategy and the achievement of sustainable development goals.
- Deliberations on human rights, gender equality, and youth empowerment.
- Exploration of parliamentary cooperation in addressing the pressing global challenge of climate change.
Building on Previous Collaborative Efforts
This forthcoming assembly builds upon Uzbekistan's prior engagements with the Inter-Parliamentary Union. Notable events include the International Parliamentary Forum on Sustainable Development Goals held in Bukhara and the 14th Summit of Women Leaders of the Parliaments of the IPU Member States hosted in Tashkent. These initiatives reflect Uzbekistan's commitment to fostering international dialogue and cooperation on critical issues.
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