Highlight the need for parliaments to be strong, transparent, accountable, and representative.

The International Day of Parliamentarism was established in 2018 by the United Nations General Assembly to recognize the importance of parliaments worldwide and their role in democracy. The day also aims to highlight the need for parliaments to be strong, transparent, accountable, and representative.

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