ParlAmericas: Colombia: 19th ParlAmericas Plenary Assembly held in Bogota, Colombia

Nimish Kumar, The Parliament Journal. ParlAmericas commemorated its 19 th Plenary Assembly, convening parliamentarians from the Americas and the Caribbean to exchange perspectives and reflections on parliamentary diplomacy. The event was organised in response to a request for training by women parliamentarians in order to support their work to achieve inclusive and effective outcomes for … Read more

EU Parliament: EP President Metsola full speech to the Special European Council

EU Parliament Roberta Metsola

Nimish Kumar, The Parliament Journal. Today is an important day for European unity.This morning, the European Parliament had the honour of hosting President Zelenskyy – a true example of the bravery, courage and resilience of theUkrainian people. President Zelenskyy spoke from our chamber, but his words reverberated throughout Europe. It was a strong message of … Read more

Hungary: A Parliamentary Delegation from Hungary led by H.E. Mr. Istvan JAKAB visits India

Nimish Kumar, The Parliament Journal. Budapest (Hungary)/ New Delhi (India). Parliamentary Delegation from Hungary calls on the Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha A Parliamentary Delegation from Hungary led by H.E. Mr. Istvan JAKAB, Deputy Speaker of the Hungarian National Assembly called on the Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Shri Harivansh in Parliament House Complex today. Both sides … Read more

Germany: A Delegation of the German Parliament (Bundestag), led by Mr. Raph Brinkhaus, President of the German-Indian Parliamentary Friendship Group visits India

Nimish Kumar, The Parliament Journal. Berlin (Germany)/ New Delhi (India), 31 January 2023: A Delegation of the German Parliament (Bundestag), led by Mr. Raph Brinkhaus, President of the German-Indian Parliamentary Friendship Group, called on the Lok Sabha Speaker, Shri Om Birla at Parliament House, today. Referring to the long-standing ties between India and Germany, Shri … Read more

UN Day message by UN SG António Guterres

Nimish kumar, The Parliament Journal. UN Headquater, New York. Building Back Together for Peace and Prosperity A symbol of hope for global unity United Nations Day, on 24 October, marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter. With the ratification of this founding document by the majority of its signatories, including … Read more

Italy: After the Parliamentary elections, Italy to have far-right govt & first female PM

Nimish Kumar, The Parliament Journal. ROME —As reported by the POLITICO, Italy is on course to elect its most right-wing government since World War II, after projections suggested a coalition led by Giorgia Meloni is set to take power. Italians voted on Sunday in an election that analysts predicted would usher in the far-right firebrand Meloni — leader of … Read more

CPA: Who is Catherine (Kate) Esther Doust, the winner of the Commonwealth Parliamentarian of the Year Award

Parliamentary Service House   MLC Party LaborMember of Australian Labor PartyServed as branch secretary and President of a number of sub-branches and Electoral CouncilsMember, Party Disputes Committee and Property and Finance Committee Date Elected 22 May 2001 Electorate   South Metropolitan Service ElectoratesMLC South Metropolitan Region from 22 May 2001. Elected to the Thirty-sixth Parliament … Read more

Opening remarks of UNSG António Guterres on the Appointment of the Secretary-General of the United Nations to a Second Term of Office

-Nimish Kumar. Ninth, we will embark on a United Nations 2.0 — building on our reform efforts to date, we will strive for a more integrated, cohesive and joined up UN that also actively brings in outside networks.  Tenth, and underpinning all our efforts, is the focus on people — bettering the lives of individuals, … Read more

Secretary-General’s António Guterres Oath of Office

-Nimish Kumar. Mr President of the General Assembly, Senhor Presidente da República Portuguesa, Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, This is a solemn moment. I find myself experiencing a whirlwind of emotions and thoughts. I am deeply honoured and grateful for the trust you have placed in me to serve as the Secretary-General of the United Nations … Read more

British MP to face 6 weeks suspension over Sexual Misconduct

-Nimish Kumar. The Independent Expert Panel (IEP) has today published their report which finds Mr Rob Roberts, MP for Delyn, breached Parliament’s Sexual Misconduct Policy. The Reporter made a complaint under the Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme of the House of Commons. The Reporter alleged that there had been breaches of Parliament’s Sexual Misconduct Policy, … Read more