Pan African Parliament (PAP) headquarters in Midrand, the Extraordinary Session of the Seventh Legislature convened from April 28 to April 30, 2026, to elect a new President and four Vice-Presidents representing Africa’s five geopolitical regions.
A profound ideological shift is reshaping the parliamentary landscape of South America. From the libertarian economic revolution of Argentine President Javier Milei to the hardline conservative ascent of José Antonio Kast in Chile, legislatures across the continent are moving decisively to the right.
we have the distinct honour of speaking with Year 2014 Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Satyarthi, a global leader whose lifelong work has transformed the fight against child labour, trafficking, and exploitation.
Mr. Satyarthi’s efforts have not only rescued thousands of children but have also shaped international discourse on child rights, influencing governments, global institutions, and civil society across the world. His advocacy reminds us that the protection of children is not merely a social responsibility, but a fundamental test of governance and democratic accountability.
NATO Parliamentary Assembly President Marcos Perestrello and Secretary General Benedetta Berti attended the Bucha Summit held on 31 March 2026 in Ukraine. The gathering, chaired by the Speaker of the Ukrainian Parliament Ruslan Stefanchuk, brought together Speakers and Deputy Speakers of Parliaments, as well as presidents of international parliamentary assemblies. The Summit was also attended by the leadership of Ukraine, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The IPJ Global Report 2025 analyzes youth representation in national parliaments worldwide, highlighting key data, regional trends, structural barriers, and pathways to strengthen youth participation and democratic inclusion.
Australia witnessed history this weekend as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese married his partner Jodie Haydon at The Lodge in Canberra, becoming the first sitting Australian leader to wed while in office. The intimate ceremony was attended by close family, friends, and senior Labor colleagues.
Ethiopia is set to host the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) from September 8–10, 2025, in Addis Ababa. Under the theme “Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing for Africa’s Resilient and Green Development,” the summit will position Africa as a central voice in global climate negotiations ahead of COP30.
In a historic shift, Portugal’s far-right Chega party has emerged as the main opposition in Portugal Parliament. The final results of the May 18 Portugal Parliament election pushed Chega ahead of the Socialist Party (PS), marking a dramatic transformation in the country’s political landscape.
Japan’s parliament has begun official deliberations on public pension reform legislation, while also passing a controversial cyber defense bill aimed at strengthening the nation’s digital security posture.
Philippines midterm elections concluded on May 12, over 68 million voters participated for the selection of more than 18,000 representatives.