Today, Chairman of the Majlisi Namoyandagon of the Majlisi Oli of the Republic of Tajikistan Faizali Idizoda met with Secretary-General of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) Mohammad Reza Majidi.
During the meeting, Faizali Idizoda emphasized the important role of parliamentarians in removing socio-political barriers, strengthening ties among peoples, and promoting a culture of peace through the effective use of parliamentary diplomacy.
Faizali Idizoda expressed his gratitude to Mohammad Reza Majidi for organizing the meeting of the APA Standing Committee on Social and Cultural Affairs in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. He noted that holding the meeting of one of the Assembly’s key bodies in Dushanbe would contribute to strengthening inter-parliamentary cooperation and advancing regional and international parliamentary relations.
He also highlighted the importance of the issues addressed at the meeting of the Standing Committee, including the protection of cultural diversity and heritage, human development, healthcare, women’s participation in parliamentary activities, the rights and interests of children and youth, interfaith dialogue, tourism, and other matters of socio-cultural importance. He noted that relevant resolutions had been adopted following the meeting.
Faizali Idizoda emphasized that the Majlisi Namoyandagon of the Majlisi Oli of the Republic of Tajikistan attaches particular importance to multifaceted cooperation, especially inter-parliamentary cooperation. He stated that Tajikistan’s activities within the Assembly are aimed at expanding inter-parliamentary ties, promoting peace and stability, developing political, economic, social, and cultural cooperation, and facilitating the exchange of legislative experience among member states.
The meeting also highlighted the importance of the initiatives of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, Honorable Emomali Rahmon, in promoting peace, tolerance, and the rational use of water resources. In this context, the APA adopted the “Resolution on Strengthening the Culture of Peace, Tolerance, and Respect for the Cultural Values of Nations” and the “Resolution on the Culture of Rational Use of Water Resources in Dushanbe.” The adoption of these resolutions was noted as an important contribution to promoting these principles at the regional and international levels and as a matter of pride for the people of Tajikistan.
At the conclusion of the meeting, Mohammad Reza Majidi and the accompanying delegation visited the new building of the Parliament of Tajikistan and expressed their appreciation for the facility.
