Cellou Dalein Diallo, leader of the Union of Democratic Forces of Guinea (UFDG), has arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, to participate in the 65th Congress of Liberal International. The congress, which takes place on November 2-3, 2026, is hosted by the Democratic Party of Thailand and supported by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF). Diallo announced his participation on his Facebook page, highlighting the significance of the event.
The congress brings together liberal leaders to discuss the challenges facing democracy and public liberties worldwide. The event focuses on the threats to multilateralism and international cooperation. In his opening ceremony address, Abhisit Vejjajiva, former Thai Prime Minister and leader of the Democratic Party, emphasized the importance of liberal values. Karl-Heinz Paqué, president of Liberal International, and Senator Kiko Pangilinan, former president of the Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats, also spoke at the ceremony.
The speakers at the opening ceremony highlighted the risks and threats facing democracy, public liberties, and human rights. They cited populism, terrorism, and the erosion of multilateralism and international cooperation as major concerns. According to Diallo, the speakers stressed the need for liberal leaders to come together to address these challenges. The congress aims to promote solidarity among democratic forces and reaffirm the commitment to liberal values.
Following the opening ceremony, participants engaged in a panel discussion on "Principles and Paradoxes of Liberalism in the 21st Century." The discussion was moderated by Abhisit Vejjajiva and Lord John Alderdice, a member of the British House of Lords and honorary president of Liberal International. The panelists acknowledged the real threats to liberal values but expressed optimism that they could be overcome through collective action and determination.
The congress provides a platform for liberal leaders to share experiences and best practices in promoting democracy and human rights. Diallo's participation in the event demonstrates his commitment to advancing liberal values in Guinea and Africa. The congress also offers an opportunity for participants to network and build alliances to strengthen democratic movements worldwide.
The challenges facing democracy and public liberties are a major concern for liberal leaders globally. The congress aims to promote a deeper understanding of these challenges and develop strategies to address them. By engaging in open and frank discussions, participants hope to identify common solutions to the threats facing liberal democracies.
The 65th Congress of Liberal International concludes on November 3, 2026. At the end of the event, participants are expected to adopt a resolution outlining the key outcomes and recommendations. The congress will have contributed to the global effort to promote democracy, human rights, and liberal values, and Cellou Dalein Diallo's participation will have reinforced his party's commitment to these principles.
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- Cellou Dalein Diallo participates in the 65th Congress of Liberal International in Bangkok.
