Uzbekistan, April 8 -- The International Congress Center opened its main event hall for the General Debate. Over 140 parliamentary delegations from around the world joined the session, which focused on "Parliamentary Action for Social Development and Justice."

Delegates discussed three essential and interconnected pillars of sustainable development: protecting the environment, promoting social development, and driving economic growth. Social development empowers every individual within society to reach their full potential. It focuses on building equitable, inclusive, and just communities where all people can access the same rights, resources, and opportunities. In short, true progress puts human well-being at the heart of development. T...