For sustainable development and respect for cultural diversity
Reporting on the 3rd thematic discussion session “Promoting respect for cultural diversity for sustainable development”, Vietnamese National Assembly Delegate Nguyen Thu Ha said that at the discussion session, delegates focused on the following contents: Digital cooperation based on ethics and minimizing the unwanted impacts of digital transformation on privacy, security and happiness; promoting the role of culture in development policies at the national, regional and international levels; commitment to protecting and promoting cultural diversity; creating a favorable environment and ecosystem for culture and cultural diversity; The role of culture and cultural diversity in sustainable development.
Scene of the thematic discussion session 3 of the 9th Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians. Photo: NST
Based on the opinions exchanged and discussed, the conference acknowledged and appreciated the experiences and achievements of countries in building policies and laws, aiming to promote cultural diversity and the role of parliamentarians in this process.
Through the discussion, national parliaments need to develop a common parliamentary approach, aiming to establish a framework of principles and values in decision-making, research and development of science and technology, such as the IPU Code of Conduct on the ethics of science and technology, to ensure that the development and application of science and technology are carried out responsibly, ethically for the goal of sustainable development and respect for cultural diversity.
In addition, parliaments should establish a legal framework on ethics and conduct in cyberspace to prevent online violence and abuse against vulnerable groups, especially women and girls. Strengthen data protection frameworks, especially personal data, and promote open-source and transparent algorithms. Strengthen trust based on promoting intercultural dialogue and respect for cultural diversity and indigenous knowledge as a driving force for sustainable development, prosperity and peaceful coexistence.
In addition, parliaments need to promote respect for cultural diversity in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution; strengthen cooperation in innovating economic operations, increasing labor productivity, creating new drivers for economic growth, and at the same time, helping state agencies operate more transparently and effectively on the digitalization roadmap, in order to narrow the development gap and ensure national sovereignty as well as personal privacy in cyberspace.
Strengthening the startup and innovation ecosystem
Regarding the 2nd thematic session on Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Vietnamese National Assembly Delegate Tran Khanh Thu said: After the presentation by Mr. Denis Naughten, Member of the National Assembly of the Republic of Ireland, Chairman of the IPU Science and Technology Working Group, the panelists were the founder and CEO of Sky Mavis, Director of HICOOL and experts from UNDP, 18 opinions were exchanged and discussed by parliamentarians from various countries.
Representatives of affiliated organizations and observers focused on the following contents: Perfecting institutions and policies to actively promote innovation and the startup ecosystem (including youth entrepreneurship) towards comprehensive and sustainable development; the National Assembly's experience in legislative work, supervision and the role of young parliamentarians in promoting the innovation and startup ecosystem; developing artificial intelligence, contributing to the effective implementation of the sustainable development goals (SDGs); proposing to parliaments on building and perfecting institutions, policies and solutions to minimize risks related to AI.
Delegates attending thematic discussion session 3. Photo: NST
Through the discussion, Vietnam acknowledged and appreciated the experiences of countries in building policies and laws as well as their achievements in promoting innovation and startups as well as the role of parliamentarians in this process.
Vietnam recommends that Parliaments: Strengthen the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem, including the development of a legal framework for innovation and entrepreneurship, increase budgets to support youth-led and youth-involved businesses, startups and youth innovation initiatives. At the same time, promote educational programs that provide necessary skills for youth to prepare the next generation of entrepreneurs, focusing on supporting digital skills; encourage the IPU to consider feasible solutions within existing structures to engage in innovation and digital transformation issues. In addition, encourage startups and innovation initiatives among youth, students and women, while strengthening gender mainstreaming, linking them to the SDGs, and developing a separate program for digital innovation and entrepreneurship.
Appreciating the role of parliamentarians in building laws and policies on digital transformation
Vietnamese National Assembly Delegate Hoang Minh Hieu presented the summary report of Session 1 of the digital transformation session.
Within the framework of the 9th Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians in Hanoi, Vietnam from September 14 to 17, 2023, delegates attended the first session on “Digital Transformation” chaired by Lord Fakafanua, President of the Parliament of the Kingdom of Tonga, Member of the IPU Young Parliamentarians’ Forum; Mr. Mohamed Anouar Bouchouit, Member of the Algerian People’s Parliament, Member of the IPU Young Parliamentarians’ Forum. After the presentations by parliamentarians from Mexico, Vietnam, Uruguay, Lithuania, Kenya, the European Parliament and the Director of YIAGA Africa, 30 opinions were exchanged and discussed by parliamentarians, representatives of affiliated organizations and observers.
Delegate Hoang Minh Hieu said: "The discussions and opinions focused on three main contents: Perfecting institutions and policies to promote the digital transformation process and create more opportunities for sustainable economic development; Sharing experiences of countries in legislative work, supervision and the role of young parliamentarians in promoting the digital transformation process in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Sharing the progress achieved in digitizing parliamentary activities and promoting the digital economy and society. Emphasizing perfecting institutions for innovation, testing new models, deploying new digital applications and platforms to accelerate digital transformation; popularizing digital connectivity through training, raising digital awareness, digital culture and digital skills for people, especially young people; narrowing the digital gap and ensuring equitable access to technology so that no one is left behind in the process of sustainable development of the digital environment.
Based on the discussion results, the Conference acknowledged and appreciated the experiences of countries in building laws and policies as well as achievements in digital transformation and the role of parliamentarians.
At the same time, national parliaments are recommended to: Update parliamentary rules and working methods to enable more online participation of parliamentarians, make use of interactive platforms that facilitate direct and inclusive communication between constituents and representatives, and promote meaningful participation of groups, especially young people. Consider developing or strengthening forward-looking parliamentary bodies, such as the Future Commission and other mechanisms adapted to the specific conditions of each country, to help parliaments anticipate and respond to long-term trends or threats, while ensuring that young people are involved in the process.
Ensure that all parliamentarians are equipped with the necessary knowledge and technical support to fully participate in the process; increase the use of virtual assistants to support parliamentarians; use AI tools to improve the quality of legislative work; develop legal documents. Issue policies to prevent and respond to any form of technology-enabled harassment and violence against members of parliament, including violence against women parliamentarians; advocate for the development of effective mechanisms and methods for collecting information and data to monitor the implementation of the SDGs and strengthen government accountability; support the role of the United Nations in developing standards and legal frameworks on cyberspace, digital transformation and AI on the basis of consensus.
According to VNA/Tin Tuc Newspaper
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