Martin Chungong, the Secretary General of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, was bestowed with the prestigious "For the Protection of Human Rights" badge in recognition of his significant contribution to advancing international cooperation in the realm of human rights, the National Information Agency of Uzbekistan reported.

The award ceremony took place during the recent visit of the Uzbekistan delegation to Switzerland, where events commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights were held. The Secretary General's commitment to fostering global collaboration in human rights issues earned him this esteemed accolade.

In a meeting between the Uzbekistan delegation and Chungong, the First Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and Director of the National Center of the Republic of Uzbekistan for Human Rights, Akmal Saidov, presented the award to the Secretary-General.

Expressing gratitude, Chungong highlighted the pivotal role played by the Parliament of Uzbekistan within the Inter-Parliamentary Union. He commended Uzbekistan's efforts in promoting inter-parliamentary cooperation and successfully organizing joint events. The Secretary-General extended his thanks to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev for his outstanding contribution to strengthening this cooperation.

In a significant development, Chungong acknowledged Uzbekistan's readiness to host the 150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in 2025, demonstrating the country's commitment to fostering dialogue and collaboration on an international scale.

Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)

The IPU, established in 1889, has evolved from a small group of peace-focused parliamentarians into a global organization comprising 180 Members and 15 Associate Members. Dedicated to parliamentary diplomacy, it empowers parliaments worldwide to promote peace, democracy, and sustainable development. The organization's vision envisions a world where every voice matters, emphasizing democracy and parliamentary service for global peace and development. 

Their mission involves promoting democratic governance, institutions, and values, working collaboratively to address people's needs. With a focus on peace, democracy, human rights, gender equality, youth empowerment, climate action, and sustainable development, the IPU operates through political dialogue, cooperation, and parliamentary action. Financed by Members through public funds, the IPU is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with additional offices in New York, USA, and Vienna, Austria.

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