The Speakers of Parliament of the G20 nations hailed the enactment of the women’s reservation law in India, and also pledged to use their legislative, budgetary and oversight functions to combat terrorism and violent extremism.
The joint statement, issued on day one of the 9th G20 Parliamentary Speakers’ Summit (P20), also condemned terrorism in all forms and manifestations, including those on the basis of xenophobia, racism and other forms of intolerance, or in the name of religion or belief, recognising the commitment of all religions to peace.
“The unanimous adoption of the Joint Declaration at P20 Bharat exemplifies the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbkam. As public representatives, we pledge to collaborate for a human-centric, prosperous and harmonious future. Many congratulations to all the delegates for their support,” Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, who chaired the P20 Summit, said in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
