The PAP will, on Monday, open its First Ordinary Session at what Boutbig described as a critical moment for Africa and the wider world.
In an opinion piece released ahead of the official opening, Boutbig said the session comes amid major geopolitical shifts, economic uncertainty, security threats, social pressures and environmental challenges.
According to Boutbig, these developments require African institutions to move beyond the management of crises and focus on shaping the continent’s future.
Boutbig said members of PAP will gather not only to inaugurate a new parliamentary session, but to begin a new chapter in African parliamentary action based on reform, renewal and effectiveness.
The session is expected to focus on strengthening PAP’s role within the African Union (AU) architecture and improving the institution’s contribution to continental priorities.
Boutbig said parliamentary diplomacy must be restored to its rightful place as one of the AU’s key instruments for advancing peace, stability, development and integration.
The remarks come at a time when African countries are facing multiple overlapping pressures, including conflict, economic fragility, climate shocks, food insecurity and governance challenges.
PAP is expected to use the session to reflect on how continental institutions can respond more effectively to these challenges while supporting Agenda 2063, the AU’s long-term development framework.
Boutbig said the current moment demands stronger parliamentary engagement and a renewed commitment to practical outcomes.
The institution is also expected to discuss ways to strengthen oversight, deepen democratic participation and support greater coordination among African legislatures.
PAP was established to give African citizens a stronger voice in continental governance and to support integration through dialogue, policy engagement and parliamentary cooperation.
The upcoming session is expected to place renewed emphasis on the role of elected representatives in promoting peace, economic development and democratic accountability.
–ChannelAfrica–
