U Maung Maung Ohn, Deputy Speaker of the Pyithu Hluttaw and Chairman of the Hluttaw Rights Committee, delivered a briefing on parliamentary procedures governing questions and motions, as practised in international parliaments, and the Code of Conduct (CoC) for MPs at the Hluttaw Hall in the Hluttaw Building in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday afternoon.
The briefing was attended by Pyithu Hluttaw representatives and Defence Services Hluttaw representatives. During the briefing, the Deputy Speaker highlighted the importance of asking questions and submitting motions in fulfilling the Hluttaw’s three main functions: legislation, representation of the people, and oversight of the executive branch.
He then gave a brief comparative overview of parliamentary procedures in the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Thailand. Based on the provisions of the Pyithu Hluttaw Rules, he explained the requirements and procedures governing questions under Rules 139 to 145 and motions under Rules 155 to 158. Regarding the Code of Conduct for MPs, he stressed that representatives must perform their duties with integrity, accountability and transparency, while prioritizing the interests of the public. They must also avoid using their positions and authority for personal gain and prevent conflicts of interest.
He further emphasized that adherence to the Code of Conduct is essential to safeguarding the dignity of the Hluttaw and maintaining public trust.
The Deputy Speaker also explained that the Hluttaw is formulating a five-year strategic plan, maintaining engagement with international parliaments and arranging overseas visits for parliamentary representatives.
Following the presentation, he responded to questions and discussed matters raised by the attending representatives.
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