November 8, 2024

Bridging Nations: The Diplomatic Symphony of Parliamentary Unity”

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The International Day of  Parliamentarism is celebrated every year on June 30, commemorating the establishment of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in 1889. Here are some key points :

  1. Origins and Significance:
    • The IPU was founded by a group of parliamentarians who believed in using parliamentary dialogue and diplomacy to settle differences instead of war.
    • The IPU has grown into an international organization with 180 national parliaments and is open to all 46,000 parliamentarians worldwide.
    • The Day highlights the importance of parliaments in promoting democracy, peace, and understanding.
  2. Themes and Activities:
    • The theme for this year’s celebration is “Parliamentary diplomacy: Building bridges for peace and understanding.”
    • Parliaments around the world organize events to raise awareness about the value of parliamentary diplomacy.
    • Activities include sharing videos, organizing events, and communicating the recent Geneva declaration.
  3. Global Participation:
    • Various countries participate in the celebration:
      • Belarus: Recognizes the role of parliaments in promoting dialogue and de-escalating tensions in inter-state relations.
      • Canada: Acknowledges the IPU’s 135th anniversary and celebrates the Day in the Canadian House of Commons.
      • European Parliament: Emphasizes that parliaments are the cornerstone of democracy.
      • Nepal: Plans educational events and solidarity initiatives.
      • Paraguay: Issues a declaration from its Honorable Chamber of Deputies.
  4. Conclusion:
    • The International Day of Parliamentarism reinforces the idea that parliamentary institutions play a crucial role in fostering peace, cooperation, and understanding among nations.

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