The IPU facilitates parliamentary diplomacy and empowers parliaments and parliamentarians to promote peace, democracy and sustainable development around the world.
Nearly every country in the world has some form of parliament. Parliamentary systems fall into two categories: bicameral and unicameral. Out of 190 national parliaments in the world, 78 are bicameral (156 chambers) and 112 are unicameral, making a total of 268 chambers of parliament with some 46,000 members of parliament. IPU membership is made up of 181 national parliaments
Throughout the year, the IPU and its Members organize many events for parliamentarians to exchange good practices, acquire the latest information and identify avenues for action.
The IPU has been collecting data on parliaments since its inception in 1889, including information on women’s participation in politics since 1945. In this section, discover the IPU's knowledge bank for and about parliaments.
Preparing for COP29: Inter-parliamentary dialogue on climate change
Summary
11 June 2024, 14:00-15:00 CEST
In preparation for the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), the IPU is organizing a global virtual meeting for parliaments to discuss key climate issues. The meeting will feature a dialogue with the Rapporteur of the COP29 Parliamentary Meeting to exchange insights on climate priorities in an effort to shape the outcome document of the Parliamentary Meeting.
The event is open to parliamentarians and parliamentary staff. Parliamentarians working on climate change and sustainable development are encouraged to attend. It will take place on the Zoom platform. Simultaneous interpretation in English, French, Spanish and Arabic will be provided.
Find out more about the IPU’s campaign to mobilize parliaments to act on the climate emergency.