By Mohammad Al-Otaibi
NEW YORK, Aug 31 (KUNA) -- Kuwait is keen on sharing its democratic experience during the proceedings of the Fourth World Conference for Speakers of Parliaments, Speaker of the National Assembly Marzouq Al-Ghanim has said.
In a statement to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) and Kuwait national television upon arrival to New York, Al-Ghanim said that Kuwait was eager to share its democratic insights and achievements during the conference.
He said that Kuwaiti parliament was directly chosen by the people, adding that the Kuwaiti constitution played an integral part in shaping legislations and laws in the country.
Al-Ghanim is heading a delegation which includes MPs Dr. Yousef Al-Zalzalah, Saif Al-Azmi, Abdullah Al-Mayouf and Secretary General of National Assembly Allam Ali Al-Kandari.
Speaker Al-Ghanim will deliver Kuwait's speech at the conference, held every five years at the UN, on Tuesday.
Al-Ghanim is also to hold a number of bilateral meetings, on the sidelines of the conference, with his international counterparts to boost bilateral parliamentary ties with Kuwait's National Assembly.
The overall theme of the conference, due until September 2nd, is to focus on peace, democracy, and development, as well as sustainable development goals beyond 2015. The conference features participation of 150 Speakers. (end) mao.gta