In a move reflecting deepening parliamentary diplomacy, Zhao Leji, chairman of the National Peoples Congress Standing Committeethe top legislative body of the Chinese mainlandwill embark on a goodwill tour across three countries from July 23 to 31.
Invited by key parliamentary figures, Zhaos itinerary includes stops in:
- Kyrgyzstan, at the invitation of Parliament Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu
- Hungary, hosted by Speaker of the National Assembly Laszlo Kover
- Switzerland, where he will meet President of the National Council Maja Riniker and President of the Council of States Andrea Caroni
While in Switzerland, Zhao will also attend the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament organized by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). Hell join IPU President Tulia Ackson and Secretary General Martin Chungong to explore pathways for legislative cooperation on issues like digital governance, economic recovery and sustainable development.
Why It Matters
In an era of global challengesfrom climate action to trade growthparliamentary dialogue opens doors for cross-border partnerships and innovation. For young professionals and entrepreneurs tracking emerging markets and tech trends, these high-level exchanges signal new opportunities for collaboration. Thought leaders and changemakers will be watching how legislative insights shared in this tour fuel policy shifts and accelerate progress on global goals.
As Zhao Lejis tour unfolds, stay tuned for updates that shed light on how parliamentary diplomacy shapes the future of global cooperation.
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China's top legislator to visit Kyrgyzstan, Hungary and Switzerland
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