Commit to ensure a successful IPU-132
26/3/15
In the March 26 afternoon at Press
Center in the General Assembly of the
World Parliamentary Union IPU-132 located at My Dinh National Conference Center
(Hanoi),
National Assembly Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung and Chairman of IPU Saber Chowdhury
co-chaired the International Press Conference to introduce the program and contents
of the General Assembly of the IPU-132.
Speaking at a
press conference, NA Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung stated that the National
Assembly of Vietnam is honored to host the General Assembly of the IPU-132 and
related conferences. This is an important milestone in the history of Vietnam’s diplomacy since Vietnam became
an official member of the IPU; the political events of historical significance
- diplomatic enormous, captures the spirit of initiative and positive
integration into the National Assembly of Vietnam and the country. IPU-132
organized in Vietnam
is an opportunity for the people and the National Assembly of Vietnam to
express friendship, solidarity and spirit of cooperation with parliamentarians
and people of other countries, especially the delegates from all over
continents of the world.
National Assembly
Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung said that Vietnam has received confirmed
participation of more than 160 groups from parliament members, associate
members, observers and international guests.
Exchange at the
press conference, President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union Saber Chowdhury
said that Vietnam
has had an increasingly important role in the world and has been recognized by
the international community about the results of sustainable development.
General Assembly of the IPU-132 was held in a very timely manner to coincide
with the anniversary of Vietnam’s
major national holidays. For the IPU, many
activities are taking place in several countries around the world to contribute
actively to the implementation of sustainable development objectives.
Expressing the
good impression about the country and people of Vietnam,
especially the organization of the IPU-132, Chairman of IPU Saber Chowdhury and
IPU Secretary General Martin Chungong said that Vietnam has reached a form through
the organization of the General Assembly of the IPU. This event is a turning
point, demonstrating the important contribution of Vietnam for the development of the
IPU. Chairman and Secretary General of the IPU noted and appreciated meaning of
the agenda prepared by the host country; said that this is a rich and practical
content.
Discuss
expectations for the success of the General Assembly of the IPU-132, IPU President
Saber Chowdhury said the objective of the IPU is to bring parliament countries
closer together, share experiences, strengthen legislation, implementation of
common objectives for world peace and prosperity, but the only way to achieve
that goal is to strengthen the dialogue between the Parliament, MPs of the
country. The most important thing is the implementation of the document, inter-parliamentary
agreement in the Member States.
At the General
Assembly, parliamentarians from around the world will participate in the
discussion on the topic "The goal of sustainable development, turning
words into action." This is a big topic focused nature, content is very
important, practical for the IPU and all mankind; Vietnam is an opportunity to
assess the results of the implementation of the Millennium Development Goals
(MDGs) and to discuss the proposed Sustainable Development Goals for the period
after 2015.
At the press
conference, President of the National Assembly Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung and
IPU also share media with an interest in the content of the General Assembly of
the IPU-132 this time, which is the goal of promoting gender equality, namely:
Raising the rate of female participation in political life, enforce gender
equality in all fields of culture, education, health ..., constantly improve
the quality of life for women; against all acts of domestic violence, custody,
child protection.
IPU currently has
166 member states of more than 47 thousand MPs, representing 6.5 billion people
worldwide, IPU-132 to mark Hanoi will contribute to strengthening cooperation
between parliaments world, contributing strongly to the overall objectives of
world peace and development.
Session 132th
General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU-132) and related
meetings will take place from March 28 to April 1, 2015.
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The 132nd Inter-Parliamentary Union General Assembly will open in Hanoi in two weeks which will provide an opportunity for Vietnam to contribute opinions to the world’s post-2015 sustainable development agenda and step up its global integration progress.
Vietnam has consulted the IPU Secretariat on topics for discussion, the resolution to be released, technical facilities, accommodations, and assistance for foreign delegates.
Under the theme “The sustainable development goals: Turning words into action”, IPU-132 will convey important messages of peace, democracy, social progress, and equality. Vietnam’s proposed topics were approved by the IPU.
Vietnam also contributed opinions to the draft resolution and the Hanoi Declaration to be approved at IPU-132. In August the documents will be submitted to a summit of top officials oflegislative bodies and in September to the UN General Assembly.
2015 is an important year when the international community reviews the results of the UN’s Millennium Development Goals and prepares to implement new Sustainable Development Goals. This is the time for parliaments to voice their views and stances.
IPU-132 will be the biggest diplomatic event that Vietnam has ever hosted. 34 Chairpersons and 31 Vice Chairpersons of Parliaments or National Assemblies will attend. The sub-committees have worked with the Secretariat on measures to ensure security, logistics, disease control, food safety and hygiene, infrastructure, and personnel.
Besides creating a friendly and welcoming image, we’ll definitely ensure a safe and peaceful environment before, during, and after the conference. We must guarantee safety for delegates to participate in the conference and bilateral talks, and visit localities.
We have been trained to assist the IPU by reading information about the event and receiving on-site training at airports and hotels.
This is the first national event I’ve ever participated in. It’s tied to Vietnam’s national image and interests and I fully understand my responsibility. My friends and I have improved our knowledge of history and English to communicate fluently with foreigners and help them understand Vietnam.”
Vietnam’s thorough preparations for IPU 132 reveal its strong sense of responsibility toward the IPU and other international activities.
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