ISC Founding Chairman Gilani Emphasizes Parliamentary Diplomacy for Regional Cooperation at UN in Geneva
GENEVA, July 30, 2025 – During the continuation of the General Debate at the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament organized by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Geneva, Pakistan's Senate Chairman and Founding Chairman of the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers' Conference (ISC) Yousuf Raza Gilani delivered a compelling address emphasizing the critical role of parliamentary diplomacy in fostering regional and global cooperation.
OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF THE INTER-PARLIAMENTARY SPEAKERS' CONFERENCE(ISC) IN SOUTH KOREA
ISC Speakers from 40 Countries
Announce the 'Seoul Declaration'
Adopt Six Key Action Commitments
Messages of Congratulations from Global Leaders on the Launch of ISC
The theme of the inaugural ISC Assembly, “Building Global Unity through Inter-Parliamentary Dialogue,” is highly relevant.
As this theme suggests, the ISC aims to promote dialogue, peace, and reconciliation, and to unite the global community as one family.
It is vitally important to encourage cooperation and solidarity within the international society in order to achieve this goal.
Ban Ki-moon
8th Secretary-General of
the United Nations
At this critical juncture, it is deeply meaningful for parliamentary speakers from around the world to gather in one place to launch this conference. As global crises intensify, there is an urgent call for trust, cooperation, and dialogue among nations. I hope this initiative will serve as a valuable opportunity for parliamentary leaders to exchange ideas and work systematically and consistently to build a more peaceful, cooperative world. I send my heartfelt appreciation to the organizers and look forward to a more inclusive, secure, and harmonious global society.
Martin Chungong
Secretary-General of the
Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)
The founding of the ISC is living proof that the vision of cooperation, shared prosperity, and mutual respect is still alive. Today, parliamentary leaders from across the world are coming together to engage in meaningful dialogue and search for solutions that transcend borders.
At the heart of the ISC lies a commitment to open communication, mutual understanding, and the pursuit of peace based on shared values. This platform was founded not by chance, but by choice, as a space for leaders to stand together, uphold justice and order, and face the challenges of our time. We will continue to defend and practice the values we hold in common, strengthening diplomacy and overcoming divisions around the world.
Johari Abdul
Co-Chair of the ISC Organizing Committee
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Speaker of the House of Representatives of Malaysia
Pursuing wise and sustainable policies is the responsibility entrusted to all of us living in the present era. In that sense, hosting the inaugural Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference in Korea at a time of global transition toward peace and reform is highly significant and symbolic. I sincerely hope that this historic gathering will lead to the sharing of practical strategies for international cooperation toward world peace and shared prosperity.
Lee Hack-young
Deputy Speaker
of the National Assembly
of the Republic of Korea
