<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #222222;">June 30, marks the annual celebration of the International Day of Parliamentarism, commemorating the founding of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in 1889. This special day, established by a United Nations General Assembly Resolution in 2018, serves as an opportunity to reflect on the progress made by parliaments worldwide in achieving predetermined goals.</span>This year's theme is &nbsp;'Parliaments for the Planet.' The theme emphasises that climate action starts at home, urging parliaments and parliamentarians to, promote the reduction of carbon footprints, Adopt greener policies and Embrace a sustainable future.</p>”<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><br />”</p>”<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;">The inaugural UN International Day of Parliamentarism was celebrated in 1899 upon the establishment of the Inter-Parliamentary Union. Subsequently, the day was officially designated in 2018 through a United Nations General Assembly Resolution.</p>”<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><br />”</p>”<p style="margin: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: #222222;">The goals encompass various aspects, including self-assessment, promoting the participation of women and young MPs, embracing technological advancements, ensuring representativeness, and staying relevant in an ever-changing world.</span></p>