PABSEC Participation in the Global Parliamentary Forum, Bangkok, Thailand, 12–13 October 2026
On 12–13 October 2026, Ms. Sibel Suiçmez, Member of the PABSEC Turkish Delegation, participated in the Global Parliamentary Forum, held in Bangkok, Thailand, in the framework of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The Forum brought together parliamentarians from different countries, senior representatives of international organisation and other stakeholders to exchange views on current global economic challenges and sustainable development priorities. The main discussions were held under the theme “The Kingdom of Thailand's New Horizons: Empowering People, Building Resilience”.
Particular attention was paid to job creation, expanding economic opportunities, promoting inclusive growth, developing workforce skills and adapting to changing labour market demands in an increasingly digital and interconnected global economy. The participants also discussed the impact of artificial intelligence on economic development, encouraging private sector investment and strengthening the role of national parliaments in advancing development priorities.
The Forum highlighted the important role of parliamentary cooperation in addressing common economic challenges, strengthening economic resilience and translating international priorities into concrete national policies and initiatives.