Speaker Alban Bagbin appointed to the Inter-Parliamentary Union Task Force on the peaceful resolution of the Ukraine war
Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has been appointed to the Inter-Parliamentary Union’s (IPU) Task Force on the peaceful resolution of the war in Ukraine.
The appointment, made by the IPU President, recognises Mr Bagbin’s integrity, impartiality, and proven ability to foster trust among conflicting parties.
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In a letter confirming the appointment, IPU Secretary General Martin Chungong stated, “We are confident that your leadership and experience will enhance the work and impact of the Task Force in its mission to support diplomatic efforts in seeking a peaceful resolution to the war in Ukraine.”
A statement issued by Mr David Sebastian Damoah, Director of Media Relations at Parliament, and copied to the Ghana News Agency, confirmed the development. It said Mr Bagbin, described as a seasoned international peace negotiator, would take part in hearings and discussions with Ukrainian and Russian delegations and engage government leaders from both countries.
“His involvement is expected to strengthen the Task Force’s efforts to promote dialogue and seek a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict,” the statement added.
The IPU Task Force, established in March 2022 as an ad hoc body, serves as a platform for dialogue between Ukrainian and Russian parliamentarians. Since its formation, it has held more than 13 meetings, conducted missions to Kyiv and Moscow in July 2022, and maintained biannual consultations during IPU Assemblies.
Speaker Bagbin’s inclusion highlights Ghana’s continued commitment to global diplomacy and peacebuilding. His leadership and experience are expected to contribute significantly to the Task Force’s mission of promoting peace and stability in the region. Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has been appointed to the Inter-Parliamentary Union’s (IPU) Task Force on the peaceful resolution of the war in Ukraine.
The appointment, made by the IPU President, recognises Mr Bagbin’s integrity, impartiality, and proven ability to foster trust among conflicting parties.
In a letter confirming the appointment, IPU Secretary General Martin Chungong stated, “We are confident that your leadership and experience will enhance the work and impact of the Task Force in its mission to support diplomatic efforts in seeking a peaceful resolution to the war in Ukraine.”
A statement issued by Mr David Sebastian Damoah, Director of Media Relations at Parliament, and copied to the Ghana News Agency, confirmed the development. It said Mr Bagbin, described as a seasoned international peace negotiator, would take part in hearings and discussions with Ukrainian and Russian delegations and engage government leaders from both countries.
“His involvement is expected to strengthen the Task Force’s efforts to promote dialogue and seek a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict,” the statement added.
The IPU Task Force, established in March 2022 as an ad hoc body, serves as a platform for dialogue between Ukrainian and Russian parliamentarians. Since its formation, it has held more than 13 meetings, conducted missions to Kyiv and Moscow in July 2022, and maintained biannual consultations during IPU Assemblies.
Speaker Bagbin’s inclusion highlights Ghana’s continued commitment to global diplomacy and peacebuilding. His leadership and experience are expected to contribute significantly to the Task Force’s mission of promoting peace and stability in the region.
