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Speaker Milton Dick of Australia elected President as 153rd IPU Assembly closes in Arusha

IPU meeting was attended by close to 700 parliamentarians from over 130 countries

Milton Dick of Australia, is elected the 32nd President of the IPU. © IPU

Global lawmakers find common ground at 153rd IPU Assembly in Tanzania

Key outcomes on addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing people worldwide.

The 153rd IPU Assembly was attended by close to 700 parliamentarians from over 130 countries, including 50 Speakers and 45 Deputy Speakers of Parliaments.

New IPU Women in Politics Map

Only 1 in 7 countries is led by a woman as global political power remains dominated by men

The IPU-UN Women map, presents global rankings for women in executive and government positions as of 1 January 2026.

Upcoming Events in 2026

Take a look at BGIPU's planned events and IPU activities

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Events

The BGIPU runs a variety of events in Westminster covering key thematic issues related to our work programme. These events aim to bring together UK Parliamentarians, subject experts and key stakeholders such as the FCDO, international organisation and NGO partners to discuss current developments and inform policy debate. Our most recent and upcoming events are highlighted on the Events page.

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Events

The BGIPU runs a variety of events in Westminster covering key thematic issues related to our work programme. These events aim to bring together UK Parliamentarians, subject experts and key stakeholders such as the FCDO, international organisation and NGO partners to discuss current developments and inform policy debate. Our most recent and upcoming events are highlighted on the Events page.

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