Kthmandu, Oct 15: Chairman of National Assembly Narayan Prasad Dahal addressed the 149th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) at Geneva International Conference Center in Geneva on Monday.
The Assembly is being convened under the theme of ‘Harnessing Science, Technology, and Innovations (STI) for a More Peaceful and Sustainable Future’ from 13 to 17 October 2024.
In his address, the Chair Dahal emphasized the importance of inter-parliamentary cooperation in addressing pressing global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and inequality. He further noted that the theme of the 149th Assembly aligns with current global priorities, particularly following the recent adoption of the Pact for the Future, the Global Digital Compact, and the Declaration on Future Generations by the 79th UN General Assembly.
Chair Dahal added that the STI holds transformative potential towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. He stressed that the advancements in STI should be considered as a global good. He called for international cooperation to ensure equitable access to the benefits of STI for all and to mitigate its negative impacts through sharing of knowledge, experiences, and resources.
Chair Dahal also highlighted that the recent passage of the transitional justice related bill unanimously by the federal parliament of Nepal paving path toward a lasting peace in the country. He expressed gratitude to the international community for their support and good wishes in Nepal’s peace process.
In the afternoon, Chair Dahal held meetings with Dr Tulia Ackson, President of the IPU and Mr Martin Chungong, Secretary General of the IPU. Matters relating to strengthening Nepal-IPU relations and enhancing inter-parliamentary cooperation in the regional and global context were discussed on the occasion.
Likewise, Chair Dahal and members of the delegation visited the Mission and took stock of Mission’s activities and engagements in Geneva.
Chair Dahal and the members of Nepali Parliamentary Delegation was warmly received by Ram Prasad Subedi, Ambassador/Permanent Representative of Nepal to the United Nations and other International Organizations in Geneva upon arrival at Geneva International Airport on Saturday, 12 October 2024.
