Bahrain joins world community in celebrating today’s International Day of Parliamentarism

TDT | Manama     

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The Shura Council and Council of Representatives have reaffirmed the paramount role of parliamentary diplomacy in promoting peace and understanding to mark today’s International Day of Parliamentarism.

This year’s theme, “Parliamentary Diplomacy: Building Bridges for Peace and Understanding,” resonated with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s enduring efforts to foster global cooperation and dialogue.

Legislators praised the royal vision of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, supported by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for positioning parliamentary diplomacy as a strategic partner in promoting peace and coexistence. This vision has enabled Bahrain to manifest its dedication to global understanding and showcase its rich cultural heritage.

Jamal Mohamed Fakhro, First Deputy Chairman of the Shura Council, emphasized the ongoing collaboration between the legislative authority and the government, led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

Progress and prosperity

This partnership aims to integrate efforts and unify objectives to achieve progress and prosperity for the Kingdom on all fronts.

He lauded the government’s endeavors in strengthening Bahrain’s standing in foreign policy and international relations, constructing bridges of understanding and peace, in alignment with the goals of sustainable development.

Council of Representatives Speaker Ahmed Al Musallam highlighted the values enshrined in the National Action Charter (NAC) and the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bahrain, which promote institutional democratic work and responsible freedom of opinion and expression.

These principles support international efforts to enhance security and peace worldwide.

Comprehensive support

Karima Al-Abbasi, Secretary-General of the Shura Council, affirmed the resolve of the General Secretariat to provide comprehensive support to members of the Shura Council.

This includes harnessing administrative, technical, and technological capabilities to enhance their readiness and efficiency in fulfilling their legislative responsibilities and advancing parliamentary diplomacy efforts.

This coordination and cooperation with various countries align with the aspirations of His Majesty The King by consolidating the contributions of the legislative authority in supporting cultural and comprehensive development plans.

Legislative renaissance

The Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence, and National Security of the Council of Representatives highlighted the significant legislative renaissance and development witnessed in Bahrain over the past twenty years.

This progress reflects the consistent support and attention the legislative authority receives from His Majesty the King.

The International Day of Parliamentarism was established in 2018 through a United Nations General Assembly Resolution and is celebrated annually on June 30th, the date in 1889 when the IPU (Inter-Parliamentary Union) was founded.