IPU Assembly Meets
The 153rd IPU Assembly is taking place in Arusha, Tanzania, with participation from various countries including Namibia, India, and Uzbekistan. Uzbekistan and Tanzania are set to establish parliamentary cooperation groups.
The 153rd IPU Assembly is taking place in Arusha, Tanzania, with participation from various countries including Namibia, India, and Uzbekistan. Uzbekistan and Tanzania are set to establish parliamentary cooperation groups.
Outgoing Inter-Parliamentary Union President Dr Tulia Ackson calls for stronger parliamentary oversight, particularly in countries with conflict, and warns of new forms of abuse against women through artificial intelligence. She also commends Tanzania's progress in women's representation in parliament, which stands at 39.5%.
Tanzania is stepping up efforts to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, with the country positioning itself to attract major commercial investment and promote tourism. The tournament is expected to bring thousands of supporters, teams, officials, and visitors from across Africa and beyond.
The 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union starts in Arusha, Tanzania, with participants from various countries, including Nepal and Zimbabwe. Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal leads the Nepali delegation to the event, which runs from October 5 to 9, 2026.