MP Hassan Ibrahim Hassan highlighted Bahrain’s approach to upholding the rule of law, protecting human rights and promoting social stability, at the first session of the 12th IPU Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians.
Mr Hassan, who is also a member of the Bureau of Young Parliamentarians and representative of the Arab Group, took part in the session titled ‘Preserving Youth Rights in Times of Conflict’, held as part of the conference under the theme ‘Reclaiming Human Rights, Justice and Dignity for All in Turbulent Times’.
He said the Council of Representatives, chaired by Speaker and Executive Committee of Bahrain’s Parliamentary Delegation chairman Ahmed Al Musallam, attaches significant importance to developing legal frameworks for protecting rights and overseeing the implementation of public policies.
Mr Hassan also highlighted the Council’s contribution to promoting a culture of dialogue and peace and the role of parliamentary diplomacy in preventing conflicts and enhancing understanding.
He noted its role in facilitating direct communication and the exchange of expertise among parliaments and conveying the views of citizens at international forums.
He said legislative councils and parliaments worldwide have a responsibility to ensure that youth protection is an integral part of national legislation and policies, in line with international commitments and conventions related to international humanitarian law and human rights.
Mr Hassan described young people as partners in building peace and highlighted their important role in addressing the causes that lead to recurring violence.
He also participated in a panel discussion entitled ‘Protecting Digital Rights in the Digital Age’, during which he reviewed key challenges of digital development in the era of technology and artificial intelligence and their impact on young people.
He highlighted Bahrain’s progress in digital transformation and the development of its legislative and technological environment. He referred to legislation including the Information Technology Crimes Law and the Personal Data Protection Law, which strengthen the protection of individuals in the digital environment.
Meanwhile, Bahrain’s proposal entitled ‘When Maritime Corridors Become a Human Rights Issue: The Role of Young Parliamentarians in Protecting Global Energy Security’, was selected as the topic for an Unconference session scheduled for today.
The proposal received the highest percentage of votes from participants.
The proposal will address key issues related to the safety of international maritime corridors and their importance to global economic stability, energy and trade flows, and supply chains, which directly affect communities and regional security and stability.
The session will discuss the role of young parliamentarians in enhancing international co-operation to protect maritime corridors and supporting legislation and policies that ensure energy supply security and the stability of global trade, contributing to international peace and security and mitigating the humanitarian impact of crises.
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