The President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, (IPU) 
The Secretary-General of the IPU, 
Ladies and gentlemen, 
It is my pleasure and indeed honour for my country, Zambia, to host the IPU family for the next few days.

The hosting of the 134th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly and related meetings constitutes an important milestone in the rich history of the African continent.  We expect it to leave an indelible mark on our memories, and to be part of our generational legacy.

Speeck by Hon. Justice Dr. Patrick Matibini, SC, MP, Speaker of the National Assembly of Zambia During the Official Opening Ceremony of the 134th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), on 19th March, 2016 at Government Complex, Lusaka

In this Bulletin;

IPU welcomes the recent initiative by President Abdulla Yameen calling for dialogue between the Government and political parties in the Maldives. Ongoing political tensions in the country have been a serious concern for IPU.