Post-Election Seminar to Strengthen Parliamentary Practice in Belize

As Belize embarks on a new legislative term following its March 2025 general elections, the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) and ParlAmericas, in collaboration with the National Assembly of Belize, delivered a comprehensive Post-Election Seminar from June 4 to 6, 2025, in Belmopan. The seminar created a dedicated space for new and returning Members of Parliament […]

ParlAmericas condemns the attack against Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay

ParlAmericas strongly condemns the attack against Colombian Senator and presidential pre-candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay on June 7, 2025. We extend our solidarity to Senator Uribe Turbay, his family, the Senate of the Republic, and the people of Colombia, and express our sincere wishes for his prompt recovery. ParlAmericas reaffirms its unwavering commitment to democracy, peace, and […]

Legislating for the Future: Parliaments Gather in Montevideo to Embrace Anticipatory Governance and Advance Democratic Renewal

With global dynamics rapidly evolving and democratic institutions facing mounting pressures, the 21st ParlAmericas Plenary Assembly and 9th Gathering of the Open Parliament Network convened in Montevideo, Uruguay, from May 27 to 29, 2025, under the theme “Legislating for the Future: Harnessing Anticipatory Governance in Parliamentary Action.” Hosted by the Parliament of Oriental Republic of Uruguay, […]

Exploring the environmental and social impacts of AI: A regional dialogue on inclusive and sustainable governance

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping the tools and strategies used to address climate and environmental challenges. To examine the potential and risks of these technologies, the ParlAmericas Parliamentary Network on Climate Change and Sustainability (PNCCS) and the Parliamentary Staff Network on Climate Change and Sustainability co-organized the meeting “AI and the Environment: Impacts and Innovation,” which virtually gathered parliamentarians, parliamentary […]