Qatari Shura Council speaker addresses IPU General Assembly in Istanbul
11:26, 17/04/2026, FridayU: Update: 12:03, 17/04/2026, Friday
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Speaker of the Qatari Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah al-Ghanim makes a speech within the 152nd General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Istanbul, Turkiye on April 16, 2026.
Speaker of the Qatari Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah al-Ghanim delivered a speech within the 152nd General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Istanbul on April 16, 2026. The assembly brings together parliamentary leaders from around the world.
Speaker of the Qatari Shura Council Hassan bin Abdullah al-Ghanim makes a speech within the 152nd General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Istanbul, Turkiye on April 16, 2026. The IPU General Assembly serves as a global forum for parliamentary dialogue and cooperation.
Inter-Parliamentary Union
The IPU, founded in 1889, is the international organization of parliaments, bringing together representatives from national legislatures worldwide. The 152nd assembly addresses pressing global issues including conflict resolution, sustainable development, and parliamentary diplomacy.
Qatar's role
Al-Ghanim's participation highlights Qatar's engagement in international parliamentary diplomacy. Qatar has played a significant mediating role in regional conflicts, including brokering the US-Iran ceasefire.
Regional context
The IPU assembly takes place amid ongoing diplomatic efforts following the Middle East conflict. A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon took effect Friday, while a two-week US-Iran ceasefire remains in place.