The Hague to host major international OSCE parliamentary summit in 2026
Over 700 delegates from 57 countries will gather in The Hague this July for the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly’s annual session, focusing on global peace and security amid rising international tensions. The event underscores the Netherlands’ role in fostering diplomatic dialogue.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | OSCE PA Annual Session 2026 |
| Location | The Hague, Netherlands |
| Dates | July 4–8, 2026 |
| Delegates | 700+ from 57 countries |
| Participating Parliamentarians | 323 from OSCE member states |
| Hosts | Dutch House of Representatives & Senate |
| Venue | World Forum |
| OSCE PA President | Pere Joan Pons Sampietro |
The Dutch House of Representatives and Senate play a key role in facilitating international parliamentary cooperation by hosting events like the OSCE PA session. This aligns with the Netherlands’ commitment to promoting peace, security, and diplomatic dialogue on a global scale.
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OSCE PA Annual Session in The Hague
The Dutch House of Representatives and Senate will host the annual session of the Parliamentary Assembly (PA) of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) in 2026. The meeting will take place from July 4 to July 8 in The Hague.
Both Presidents of the Houses and OSCE PA President Pere Joan Pons Sampietro signed the agreement on Tuesday, March 17, marking the official launch of the preparations for the annual session. During the five-day meeting at the World Forum, the Dutch parliament will welcome more than 700 delegates from 57 countries.
In discussion
"At a time when international tensions are rising, it is even more important for parliamentarians from different countries to remain in dialogue. The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly provides a platform for cooperation on peace and security worldwide," said President of the House of Representatives Mei Li Vos. "We look forward to welcoming fellow parliamentarians from Europe, Central Asia and North America to The Hague, the international city of peace and justice," added President of the Senate Thom van Campen.
OSCE Parliamentary Assembly
In the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly (in English: OSCE PA ), parliamentarians from countries in Europe, North America and Central Asia collaborate. The Assembly consists of 323 parliamentarians from the 57 participating OSCE countries.
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