Indonesia to Host 3rd Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference in 2027

PHNOM PENH, August 28, 2026 – Indonesia has been officially selected to host the 3rd Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference (ISC-3) in 2027, following the successful conclusion of the 2nd ISC in Phnom Penh, which adopted the "Phnom Penh Statement."

The announcement was made by Sultan Baktiar Najamudin, President of the Senate of the Republic of Indonesia, during an interview with reporters on the morning of August 28 in Phnom Penh. He expressed deep appreciation and gratitude to Cambodia, particularly Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Senate of the Kingdom of Cambodia, for effectively leading and hosting the conference.

Najamudin highlighted that the forum covered many pressing global issues, including peacebuilding and conflict resolution through parliamentary diplomacy, climate change response, and regional cooperation. He also reaffirmed Indonesia's full support for the Phnom Penh Statement, describing it as a guiding document that addresses the real needs of the global community.

The ISC Secretariat and the Indonesian Senate have confirmed that Indonesia will take over the hosting duties for the third conference in 2027. Najamudin noted that this is not only a great honor for Indonesia but also a significant responsibility and challenge to expand the reach and influence of the ISC platform.

Currently, approximately 31 countries are members of the ISC. Indonesia has expressed its ambition to attract more than 50 participating countries to the 2027 event.

— Source: Ministry of Information

https://www.information.gov.kh/articles/200527

Reported by The Khmer Today