First time through a joint statement

This conference in Vietnam is the first time that the Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians has unanimously adopted a joint statement. That is, the Conference Statement on "The role of youth in promoting the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals through digital transformation and innovation".

Joint Statement adopted at the Closing Session of the 9th Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians. (Photo: TC)

The Joint Statement of the Conference was adopted at the Closing Session of the Conference on the afternoon of September 16, chaired by Ms. Dyah Roro Esti, Member of Parliament of Indonesia, member of the Executive Board of the IPU Young Parliamentarians Forum.

After listening to the reports of the thematic discussion sessions, two reporters of the entire Conference shared with the delegates the Conference's statement. Chairman of the Young Parliamentarians Forum Dan Carden and Ms. Ha Anh Phuong, National Assembly Delegate of Vietnam, announced the Conference's statement.

Accordingly, the Conference Declaration basically states: We, with more than 200 young parliamentarians, are present at the 9th Global Meeting of Young Parliamentarians from September 14-17 in Hanoi , Vietnam to affirm our commitment to promoting the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) organized from, especially through digital transformation and innovation. Our average age is 37.8 years old and about 37% of us are female parliamentarians.

The conference was attended by representatives of global and regional organizations, youth groups, start-ups, young intellectuals and leaders of the IPU and Vietnam. We are delighted that the conference took place on September 15, the United Nations International Day for Democracy.

As key innovators, technology users and technology enablers, young people are in a key position to put digital transformation and innovation at the heart of action to accelerate progress on the SDGs and make them more accessible to all and leave no one behind. Young people today are already taking on key positions in the private sector, such as CEOs of technology companies and innovative start-ups, or investors in the digital transformation sector. And in the political sphere, the position of young people needs to be similarly developed.

We, young parliamentarians, know how to solve complex problems in the digital context and we understand best the pulse of the youth and future generations of our country. Our role is to bring their will and aspirations to the parliament. Young people are familiar with new technologies, they fully possess the values ​​to promote new solutions for the benefit of all humanity, through entrepreneurship, developing new technologies and exploiting Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Chairman of the Young Parliamentarians Forum Dan Carden and Ms. Ha Anh Phuong, National Assembly Delegate of Vietnam, announced the Conference's statement. (Photo: TC)

The Covid-19 pandemic has demonstrated the strategic importance of digital tools in our parliaments. These tools can contribute to more inclusive, transparent and participatory legislation, oversight and decision-making on key issues. Science and technology are fundamental to promoting peace and sustainable development and also provide solutions to today’s complex challenges. Science enables evidence-based and informed policy-making, whether it is about environmental protection, development or conflict resolution. Science can be the basis for the search for knowledge and solutions for common good, creating a neutral ground for cooperation and motivating peaceful coexistence. We, young parliamentarians, can play an important role in developing a generation of young people who are tech-savvy and capable of solving problems to promote peace and sustainable development…

To help accelerate the implementation of the SDGs through digital transformation and innovation, we young parliamentarians discussed and proposed the following actions:

1. In the area of ​​Digital Transformation, we call on and recommend that member parliaments:

Update parliamentary regulations and working methods so that parliamentarians can participate and apply online, digitally transform more, take advantage of interactive platforms to support direct dialogue between voters and parliamentarians, promote the participation of groups, especially young people, in parliamentary activities;

Consider exploring the establishment or strengthening of forward-looking parliamentary committees, such as the Futures Commission and other mechanisms adapted to the specific conditions of each country, to help parliaments anticipate and respond to long-term trends or potential threats, and ensure that young people participate in such bodies;

Ensure that all parliamentarians are equipped with the necessary knowledge and technical support to fully participate in online legislative procedures; increase the application of virtual assistant platforms to support parliamentarians; use AI tools to improve the quality of legislation; and build a digital library for national legal documents;

Sharing with TG&VN on the sidelines of the Conference, National Assembly Delegate Bui Hoai Son said that this is truly a proud result of the Conference. Through this, the image, viewpoint, message, and contribution of Vietnam to the Conference of Young Parliamentarians in particular and the IPU in general are recognized and affirmed. The role of Vietnam in the world is emphasized so that we can truly develop the country to a new stature and position.

Enact laws and policies to bridge the digital divide and ensure access for all, including low-cost access, building digital infrastructure and improving professional skills;

Develop an appropriate legal framework and enhance international cooperation in protecting the digital sovereignty of countries to create a safe, healthy and sustainable cyber environment; Issue appropriate policies and procedures to prevent and respond to forms of online harassment and violence against parliamentarians, including violence against women parliamentarians;

2. In the field of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, we call on and recommend that member parliaments:

Strengthening the innovation and startup ecosystem, through building a legal framework and increasing budget for this sector.

Promote the development of educational programs that focus on the skills needed to prepare the next generation – a generation of young innovators and entrepreneurs who prioritize digital skills;

Encourage start-up and innovation activities focusing on youth, students, and women; strengthen gender mainstreaming linked to SDGs; develop a separate program for digital innovation and digital start-up; (to be continued)

3. In the cultural field, we call on and recommend to member parliaments:

Develop a common parliamentary approach to establish a framework of principles and values ​​in decision-making, research and development in science and technology, such as the IPU Code of Conduct on the Ethics of Science and Technology, to ensure that the development and application of science and technology are carried out responsibly, ethically and sustainably;

Contribute strongly to efforts to prevent online violence against women and girls, through promoting gender equality, controlling hate speech and regulating AI so that women and girls are protected and new technologies are gender-biased;

Strengthen data protection framework laws and other legal instruments, especially on personal data, cyber threats and promote open source and transparent algorithms;

The Declaration also expressed gratitude to the National Assembly of Vietnam for hosting this thoughtful, professional and successful Global Meeting of Young Parliamentarians and supporting the participation of young parliamentarians and youth as well as promoting the implementation of the SDGs, through the IPU and international and regional inter-parliamentary mechanisms. At the same time, we will stand together to keep the promise in the Hanoi Declaration 2015 and respond to the urgent call of the 2030 Agenda.

At the closing session, National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue emphasized that this is the first Declaration of the Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians in 9 consecutive years. This demonstrates the determination, high consensus and strong commitment of young IPU parliamentarians in promoting the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals on a global scale.

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue respectfully requested the IPU Secretariat and IPU member parliaments to disseminate the results of this Conference to the United Nations Summit on Sustainable Development Goals, which will take place from September 18-19 in New York. This will honor the role, affirm the commitment and actions of the IPU and young parliamentarians in particular in the common global effort to accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue also requested the IPU and called on member parliaments to actively implement the Conference Declaration; at the same time, establish appropriate mechanisms for cooperation and mutual support, especially between developed and developing countries in digital transformation and innovation.

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