IPU General Assembly calls for parliamentary diplomacy to end conflict in Ukraine

The resolution acknowledges concern that the conflict in Ukraine is threatening global security with potential future economic uncertainties, and calls on all IPU member parliaments to support de-escalation efforts. stress ladder.

The resolution calls on the Russian and Ukrainian parliamentarians to “promote initiatives aimed at ending hostilities and resolving conflicts through peaceful and diplomatic means.” The resolution also highlights the IPU as a potential platform to promote peace through mechanisms such as the IPU Task Force that brings together parliamentarians representing different geopolitical groups at the IPU.

Finally, the resolution calls on the IPU member parliaments to facilitate humanitarian assistance to those forced to flee this conflict; ensure the full and equal participation of women in peaceful dialogues between parliamentarians of the two countries.

Earlier at the meeting, many commented that the resolution did not reflect objectively, that one-way information needed to be verified and that the IPU had no precedent in the history of the IPU issuing a resolution condemning one party to the conflict; The IPU has always played the role of a mediator, promoting peace and cooperation in the world. On the other hand, many opinions also called for the IPU to play its role in promoting dialogue for peaceful solutions to the conflict.

For its part, the Vietnamese National Assembly Delegation reaffirmed that peace and cooperation are always the top priority and goal of Vietnam; It is also the principle and noble purpose of IPU from the very beginning of its establishment 133 years ago. The Vietnamese delegation emphasized that all international disputes should be resolved by peaceful means, in compliance with basic principles of international law and the United Nations Charter, equality and sovereignty, respect for political independence, and respect for political independence. sovereignty and territorial integrity, non-interference in the internal affairs of states, and non-threat or use of force.

On that basis, Vietnam is very concerned about the current armed conflict in Ukraine. Vietnam calls for maximum restraint and an immediate end to the use of force to avoid further casualties and damage; de-escalate tensions, resume dialogue and negotiations through all channels. Vietnam also acknowledges the negotiation efforts between the parties and hopes that the parties protect the safety and security of the people and essential civil infrastructure in accordance with international humanitarian law.