Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Global Peace at Upcoming Inter-Parliamentary Conference

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Pakistan's Senate Chairman Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani has reaffirmed the country's commitment to global peace, with efforts focusing on foreign policy and legislative diplomacy. The upper house of parliament will host the Inter-Parliamentary Conference (IPC) next month, covering key areas such as conflict prevention, climate action, and sustainable development. The event has garnered broad diplomatic support, with over 38 ambassadors and representatives from international organizations in attendance. The conference aims to foster global solidarity and cooperation in addressing pressing global challenges.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Inter-Parliamentary Conference (IPC) in Islamabad will focus on key areas such as conflict prevention, climate action, and sustainable development.
  • Over 38 ambassadors and representatives from international organizations have participated in the curtain raiser ceremony, highlighting broad diplomatic support.
  • Senate Chairman Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani underscored the importance of climate change as a defining challenge, emphasizing the need for global solidarity and cooperation.
  • The IPC will serve as a platform for parliamentary diplomacy, with the Senate proactively engaging with Central Asia and European partners.
  • Deputy Prime Minister Senator Ishaq Dar emphasized the importance of peace and security for sustainable development.
  • Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq stressed the bipartisan nature of parliamentary diplomacy, highlighting the need for collaboration between parliaments.
  • Secretary General Ek Nath Dhakal acknowledged the leadership of Pakistan in hosting the ISC, describing it as a key platform for advancing peace and sustainable development.

Statistics:

  • 38 ambassadors and representatives from international organizations participated in the curtain raiser ceremony for the IPC.
  • Over 45 Speakers of Parliaments gathered at the inaugural ISC meeting held earlier this year in Seoul.
  • The IPC will bring together parliamentary leaders, diplomats, and senior officials from around the world.
  • Pakistan's expansion of legislative diplomacy has engaged with Central Asia and European partners.
  • October 2023 - The IPC is scheduled to take place in Islamabad, focusing on key areas such as conflict prevention, climate action, and sustainable development.

Sources:

  • "Senate Chairman for OIC nations role in developing global peace". The Brecorder.
  • "Pakistan all set to host the Inter-Parliamentary Summit on Climate Action". Business Recorder.
  • "Senate tells OIC leaders about its initiatives for global development through parliamentarian diplomacy". Pakistan Today.

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