'In this time of despair and confusion, this paper is a clear
statement on the feasibility of a more sustainable, fair and
democratic political structure to cope with the issues of a global
world. The theoretical and practical aspects of a UN Parliamentary
Assembly are analyzed and developed with precision and accuracy.
It's a fundamental contribution to the politics of the 21st
century.' - Fernando Iglesias,
Argentine Deputy and President, World Federalist Movement'A UN
Parliamentary Assembly is an important pragmatic step that needs to
be taken now. This assembly should pave the way for a global
constitutional process and eventually transition into a real world
parliament.' - Daniel
Jositsch, Swiss Senator and Professor of
Law'The UN needs reforms and new mechanisms for more
democratic and efficient decision-making. A Parliamentary Assembly
would stimulate global solutions for global problems and better
connect the UN with the citizens. This study shows how it can
work.' - Jo Leinen, Honorary
President, European Movement International; former State Minister
for the Environment and former Member of the European
Parliament'This study includes important recommendations and
reflections on how a UN Parliamentary Assembly can be implemented
and evolve over time. This new assembly is necessary to improve the
democratic character of the United Nations and global governance.'
- Livingstone Sewanyana, UN
Independent Expert on the promotion of a democratic and equitable
international order'This report illustrates that a UN
Parliamentary Assembly can be crucial to achieve more inclusive
global governance. I'm delighted to support this project.'
- Achyuta Samanta, Member of
the Lok Sabha and founder, Kalinga Institute of Industrial
Technology & Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences, India'The
vision of a world parliament is giving hope and direction. The UN
needs a democratic body that can make global law to the benefit of
all. This study is a key resource that explains how this can be put
on track.' - Ivone Soares,
Member of Parliament, Mozambique'The 75th anniversary of the
UN is a pivotal moment to push for inclusive people-centered
multilateralism. The creation of a UN Parliamentary Assembly is one
of our key demands. We welcome this contribution on how it can be
implemented.' - Mandeep
Tiwana, Chief Programmes Officer,
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