On 6 July 2026, H.E. Dr. Chem Widhya, Secretary-General of AIPA, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Mr. Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Indonesia, Timor-Leste and ASEAN. The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment to strengthening meaningful relations between ASEAN, AIPA, and Pakistan.
Both sides highlighted the importance of a rules-based international order, regional solidarity, and dialogue in preserving peace, while reinforcing parliamentary diplomacy and cooperation amid an increasingly complex global landscape. They also emphasised the principles of people-centred and people-oriented, and exchanged views on key issues, including climate change, energy security, food security, ageing populations, and the participation of women and youth. The meeting also provided an opportunity to share updates on AIPA’s meetings and activities.
The National Assembly of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan has been granted Observer Status by AIPA in 2021. AIPA continues to place importance to fostering sustained engagement with its Observer Parliaments.
#OurAIPAOurASEAN #AIPA #ASEAN #Pakistan
Both sides highlighted the importance of a rules-based international order, regional solidarity, and dialogue in preserving peace, while reinforcing parliamentary diplomacy and cooperation amid an increasingly complex global landscape. They also emphasised the principles of people-centred and people-oriented, and exchanged views on key issues, including climate change, energy security, food security, ageing populations, and the participation of women and youth. The meeting also provided an opportunity to share updates on AIPA’s meetings and activities.
The National Assembly of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan has been granted Observer Status by AIPA in 2021. AIPA continues to place importance to fostering sustained engagement with its Observer Parliaments.
#OurAIPAOurASEAN #AIPA #ASEAN #Pakistan
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July 6, 2026