Activity Reports

Through its programme of activities, the BGIPU seeks to engage Parliamentarians in key global issues and works to expand awareness and understanding of foreign relations and the contribution to be made by the UK Parliament to consolidate parliamentary democracy worldwide.

Here you can read the reports of our activities, including our Outward Delegations, IPU conferences and events and inward visits to Westminster.

You can search for specific reports by using keywords, themes, categories or date using the fields on the right.

 

The Executive Committee celebrates the 136th IPU anniversary at the International Olympic Academy.

IPU celebrates 136 years of inter-parliamentary dialogue in Greece

As part of celebrations taking place around the world, the IPU marked International Day of Parliamentarism and the Organization’s 136th anniversary at a special event in Ancient Olympia, Greece. Hosted by Dr. Dionysia-Theodora Avgerinopoulou, a member of the Hellenic Parliament and the IPU Executive Committee, the anniversary gathering brought together IPU Executive Committee members, Greek parliamentarians and local […]

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IPU pays tribute to former IPU President, Sergio Páez 1933-2025

The IPU regrets to announce that Mr. Sergio Páez, former President of the IPU and a distinguished Chilean parliamentarian, died on 2 July 2025 at the age of 92, after a long illness. Sergio Páez served as IPU President from 2002 to 2005. During his tenure, he displayed a strong dedication to strengthening parliamentary democracy, […]

Discover the IPU's 136-year history in (just over) 136 seconds.

Learn more about the 136 years history of the IPU in 136 seconds

On 30 June 1889, visionary parliamentarians Frédéric Passy of France and William Randall Cremer of the United Kingdom brought together MPs from Belgium, Denmark, France, Hungary, Italy, Liberia, Spain, the United Kingdom and the USA in the first inter-parliamentary meeting in Paris, France. The Inter-Parliamentary Conference, later to become the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) was born. […]

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Global MP poll reveals enduring optimism amid growing concerns about democracy

On the eve of International Day of Parliamentarism and the Organization’s 136th anniversary on 30 June, the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has released the results of its annual parliamentarians’ perceptions poll. The results provide a comprehensive snapshot of the views, motivations and concerns of the global parliamentary community. The poll, conducted online from 5 to 13 […]

UK Delegation Lord Lemos, Rt Hon Karen Bradley MP, Alex Sobel MP and Baroness Uddin. at the Italian Chamber of Deputies

Parliamentarians worldwide unite in Rome to champion interfaith dialogue

Parliamentarians and religious leaders from around the world have issued a powerful call for peace, hope and solidarity at the conclusion of the Second Parliamentary Conference on Interfaith Dialogue: Strengthening trust and embracing hope for our common future. The event, jointly organized by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the Parliament of Italy with support from Religions for […]

Drawing on key informant interviews, submissions from parliaments and contributions from religious leaders and global experts, the report highlights good practices and lessons learned from parliaments around the world.

New IPU report highlights good parliamentary practices on religion and belief

The IPU has released the second part of its groundbreaking Parliamentary report on religion and belief. Part 2 of the report, Engagement with religion and belief by parliamentarians underscores the vital role of MPs in fostering peaceful, just and inclusive societies. It explores how engagement with religion and belief can strengthen the rule of law, uphold human […]

Cuba's Speaker of the National Assembly of People's Power Esteban Lazo meets with IPU SG, Martin Chungong in Havana, May 2025.

IPU Secretary General Chungong visits Guyana and Cuba

In May 2025, Secretary General Martin Chungong embarked on official visits to Guyana and Cuba. These visits were part of a strategic initiative to deepen understanding and strengthen engagement with parliaments in Latin America and the Caribbean, while also encouraging their active involvement in IPU initiatives. Guyana In Guyana, the Secretary General engaged in a […]