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Istanbul, Türkiye, April 21, 2026 – The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Manzoor Nadir, J.P., M.P., delivered an address at the recently concluded 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), held in Istanbul, Türkiye, from April 15 to 19, 2026. Speaker Nadir addressed the Assembly on April 16, 2026, joining parliamentary leaders from across the globe in discussions on pressing international issues.

In his address, Speaker Nadir underscored the critical responsibility of today’s leaders to safeguard the future of younger generations, emphasising the importance of dialogue, justice, and principled leadership. He reminded delegates that the decisions made by current leaders will shape the world that future generations will inherit, urging a commitment to unity over division and to the consistent, impartial application of the rule of law.

Highlighting Guyana’s progress, Speaker Nadir noted the growing inclusivity in the country’s Parliament, with women comprising 37 per cent and youth 42 per cent of its membership. He also reaffirmed Guyana’s commitment to multilateralism, citing the country’s approach to regional challenges through international legal mechanisms, including the International Court of Justice.

Further, the Speaker emphasised the importance of building sustainable systems that promote peace, democracy, and human rights, ensure environmental protection, and strengthen legal frameworks for future generations.

The IPU, founded in 1889, is the global organisation of national Parliaments dedicated to promoting peace through parliamentary diplomacy and dialogue.

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