INSIDE ISSUES
Left, Ms Jingjing Wang from New Zealand has her say on Commonwealth Day; above, Mr Joe Omorodion, Acting CPA Secretary-General and Director of Finance hands a certificate of attendance to Ms Robyn Sim from St Helena, on Commonwealth Day
this generation are equipped to draw upon the scope of the existing structures to create effective forums for nurturing democratic practices, achieve the goals they set for themselves and deliver results. The CPA is committed to promote women’s political leadership and gender equality in parliaments.
As we assemble here, we are in a phase of transition, moving away from Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), effectuating a shift in the development agenda framework. The CPA aims to empower member parliaments
to deal with the changing economic orders, coupled with prospects and uncertainties, emerging trade and economic patterns, deepening interdependence, peace and security issues, creating greater economic opportunities for human development and social inclusion and to allow member parliaments to have greater voice and representation in the multilateral decision-making process. It aims to equip parliaments to address the common challenges of poverty eradication, food security, health, energy crisis, gender equality, climate change. The surge of globalization
“The theme of the year, ‘A Young Commonwealth’, resonates with a commitment to build future leaders. It acknowledges a promise to mobilize resources of
member countries for providing the best opportunities to the young people.”
presents us with emerging challenges. It is time for the CPA to adopt new ideas, instil fresh perspectives to cope with the rapidly changing world order. This requires proactive parliaments and vigilant parliamentarians. Let us embrace this opportune moment, turn it to our advantage, allowing the voices of the people from all corners of the globe to predominate the discourse of democracy. Let us herald in an era of the people. It is only through our concerted efforts that the CPA can make a positive difference in realizing the common aspirations of the people of Commonwealth.
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