The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) is a global organization comprising national parliaments, aiming for near-universal membership with 180 Member Parliaments from the world's 193 countries. This extensive membership includes large nations such as China, India, and Indonesia, as well as smaller states like Cabo Verde, San Marino, and Palau, collectively representing the vast majority of the world's 8 billion people.

Founded in 1889 by a small group of parliamentarians, the IPU has evolved into a dynamic international entity dedicated to fostering democracy, equality, human rights, development, and peace. Member parliaments collaborate to drive positive changes both domestically and globally.

Membership in the IPU is open to all lawfully established national parliaments operating in states or aspiring states recognized by the United Nations. However, membership can be suspended in cases of unconstitutional parliamentary dissolutions or non-payment of contributions. The IPU's Governing Council is responsible for decisions regarding the admission, readmission, and suspension of members or their rights.

In addition to its full members, the IPU includes 15 Associate Members, which are primarily parliamentary bodies from groups of nations or similar entities. Notable associate members include the Arab Parliament, the European Parliament, and other parliamentary organizations from Africa and the Americas.

Here's the first part of the interview of the Secretary General Martin Chungong on the occasion of the 135th anniversary of the oldest international organization located in Geneva.

Interview made by David Glaser.

Photo : Secretary general Martin Chungong welcomes Alen Simonyan (Armenia) and Sahiba Gafarova (Azerbaijan) to the IPU on the eve of the IPU’s 148th Assembly, which took place from 23-27 March in Geneva. (copyright IPU).

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