The eighth conference of the Arab Parliament and Speakers of Arab Councils and Parliaments opened in Cairo on Saturday, with Saudi Arabia calling for stronger parliamentary coordination across the Arab world. The Kingdom was represented by a delegation led by Speaker of the Shura Council and President of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union Sheikh Abdullah Al-Asheikh.
Conference Participants and Organization
The conference brought together speakers of Arab councils and parliaments, heads of delegations, and Arab Parliament Speaker Mohammed Al-Yamahi. It was organized by the Arab Parliament in cooperation with the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union. The gathering served as a platform for dialogue and coordination among Arab parliamentary institutions.
Saudi Arabia's Leadership Role
In his opening address, Al-Asheikh noted that the Kingdom assumed the presidency of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union during its 39th conference. He stated that Saudi Arabia's presidency of the union is a responsibility the Kingdom carries with pride, reflecting the confidence placed in the Kingdom and its commitment to advancing the union's work. These efforts aim to fulfill the aspirations of the Arab and Islamic peoples for security, stability, development, and prosperity, according to Al-Asheikh.
Call for Enhanced Cooperation
Al-Asheikh welcomed the speakers of Arab councils and parliaments, and the Arab Parliament speaker. He said the conference reflects the strong ties among Arab parliamentary institutions and their shared commitment to strengthening joint parliamentary action. He added that the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union and the Arab Parliament have long served as platforms for dialogue, coordination, and the exchange of expertise among Arab parliaments.
Shared Responsibility and Solidarity
Al-Asheikh emphasized that this highlights the shared responsibility to continue working in a spirit of solidarity and cooperation. He added that stronger parliamentary coordination will serve the interests of Arab peoples and meet their aspirations. He thanked the Arab Parliament speaker and those involved in organizing the conference, wishing the conference success and expressing hope that its outcomes would strengthen Arab parliamentary cooperation and reinforce joint Arab action.
