Today's era must not be of war: G20 Speakers' joint statement

The G20 Speakers agreed on the peaceful resolution of conflicts, and efforts to address crises

The 9th G20 Parliamentary Speakers Summit on Friday adopted a joint statement affirming today’s era must not be of war, and declared the Speakers will engage in parliamentary diplomacy and dialogue to promote international peace, prosperity and harmony, including supporting peaceful resolution of conflicts and disputes.

“We call on all states to uphold the principles of international law including territorial integrity and sovereignty, international humanitarian law, and the multilateral system that safeguards peace and stability,” the Joint Statement said.

The G20 Speakers agreed the peaceful resolution of conflicts, and efforts to address crises as well as diplomacy and dialogue, are critical. “We will unite in our endeavour to address the adverse impact of the war on the global economy and welcome all relevant and constructive initiatives that support a comprehensive, just, and durable peace in Ukraine.”