Parliamentary Achievements Year of Action Report 2022-2023

This report is a technical document that outlines the contributions of various parliaments to global democracy initiatives during the 'Year of Action' following the first Summit for Democracy held in December 2021. It begins by detailing the commitments made by over 100 governments to strengthen democracy, combat corruption, and defend human rights. The report highlights the role of parliaments in fulfilling these commitments, providing examples from countries such as Georgia, Kosovo, Liberia, Moldova, and Ukraine, which are identified as key contributors. It also discusses the achievements of non-HDP partner countries like Nepal, Paraguay, and Taiwan. The document concludes with themes from the second Summit and offers recommendations for enhancing parliamentary roles in future global democracy efforts, particularly in preparation for the upcoming third Summit scheduled for 2024 in the Republic of Korea. The report emphasizes the importance of legislative engagement in addressing complex threats to democracy.