Parliamentary diplomacy

Parliamentary diplomacy involves legislators—such as members of parliament, congress, or congressional assemblies—engaging in international relations. They promote dialogue, build relationships, and share perspectives across countries without official government negotiations. This form of diplomacy helps foster mutual understanding, support policy discussions, and strengthen diplomatic ties through parliamentary visits, debates, and cooperative projects. It complements official government diplomacy by emphasizing dialogue among representatives of the people, contributing to peaceful international relations and cooperative solutions to global issues.