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Humanity faces a multitude of global challenges, above all the need to create a sustainable, just and peaceful global civilization that respects planetary boundaries and preserves life on Earth. The present existential global threats can only be tackled if global institutions and political processes are strengthened and renewed. They must derive their legitimacy from the people and empower them to work together for the global common good and future generations. This requires implementing democratic representation and participation at the global level. To initiate this democratization and strengthening of global governance, this study calls for the creation of a UN Parliamentary Assembly and presents official recommendations of Democracy Without Borders.

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'In this time of despair and confusion, this paper is a clear statement on the feasibility of a more sustainable, fair and democratic political structure to cope with the issues of a global world. The theoretical and practical aspects of a UN Parliamentary Assembly are analyzed and developed with precision and accuracy. It's a fundamental contribution to the politics of the 21st century.' - Fernando Iglesias, Argentine Deputy and President, World Federalist Movement 'A UN Parliamentary Assembly is an important pragmatic step that needs to be taken now. This assembly should pave the way for a global constitutional process and eventually transition into a real world parliament.' - Daniel Jositsch, Swiss Senator and Professor of Law 'The UN needs reforms and new mechanisms for more democratic and efficient decision-making. A Parliamentary Assembly would stimulate global solutions for global problems and better connect the UN with the citizens. This study shows how it can work.' - Jo Leinen, Honorary President, European Movement International; former State Minister for the Environment and former Member of the European Parliament 'This study includes important recommendations and reflections on how a UN Parliamentary Assembly can be implemented and evolve over time. This new assembly is necessary to improve the democratic character of the United Nations and global governance.' - Livingstone Sewanyana, UN Independent Expert on the promotion of a democratic and equitable international order 'This report illustrates that a UN Parliamentary Assembly can be crucial to achieve more inclusive global governance. I'm delighted to support this project.' - Achyuta Samanta, Member of the Lok Sabha and founder, Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology & Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences, India 'The vision of a world parliament is giving hope and direction. The UN needs a democratic body that can make global law to the benefit of all. This study is a key resource that explains how this can be put on track.' - Ivone Soares, Member of Parliament, Mozambique 'The 75th anniversary of the UN is a pivotal moment to push for inclusive people-centered multilateralism. The creation of a UN Parliamentary Assembly is one of our key demands. We welcome this contribution on how it can be implemented.' - Mandeep Tiwana, Chief Programmes Officer, CIVICUS

'In this time of despair and confusion, this paper is a clear statement on the feasibility of a more sustainable, fair and democratic political structure to cope with the issues of a global world. The theoretical and practical aspects of a UN Parliamentary Assembly are analyzed and developed with precision and accuracy. It's a fundamental contribution to the politics of the 21st century.' - Fernando Iglesias, Argentine Deputy and President, World Federalist Movement 'A UN Parliamentary Assembly is an important pragmatic step that needs to be taken now. This assembly should pave the way for a global constitutional process and eventually transition into a real world parliament.' - Daniel Jositsch, Swiss Senator and Professor of Law 'The UN needs reforms and new mechanisms for more democratic and efficient decision-making. A Parliamentary Assembly would stimulate global solutions for global problems and better connect the UN with the citizens. This study shows how it can work.' - Jo Leinen, Honorary President, European Movement International; former State Minister for the Environment and former Member of the European Parliament 'This study includes important recommendations and reflections on how a UN Parliamentary Assembly can be implemented and evolve over time. This new assembly is necessary to improve the democratic character of the United Nations and global governance.' - Livingstone Sewanyana, UN Independent Expert on the promotion of a democratic and equitable international order 'This report illustrates that a UN Parliamentary Assembly can be crucial to achieve more inclusive global governance. I'm delighted to support this project.' - Achyuta Samanta, Member of the Lok Sabha and founder, Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology & Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences, India 'The vision of a world parliament is giving hope and direction. The UN needs a democratic body that can make global law to the benefit of all. This study is a key resource that explains how this can be put on track.' - Ivone Soares, Member of Parliament, Mozambique 'The 75th anniversary of the UN is a pivotal moment to push for inclusive people-centered multilateralism. The creation of a UN Parliamentary Assembly is one of our key demands. We welcome this contribution on how it can be implemented.' - Mandeep Tiwana, Chief Programmes Officer, CIVICUS

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