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Parliamentary Conversations in the Commonwealth
Parliamentary Conversations in the Commonwealth, a podcast by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), gives a voice to Parliamentarians, civil society experts and activists across the Commonwealth to discuss common democratic challenges and share their ideas on what can be done to solve them. The CPA promotes knowledge of the constitutional, legislative, economic, social and cultural aspects of parliamentary democracy. Our work enables Commonwealth Parliamentarians and officials to uphold and strengthen parliamentary democracy, the rule of law, sustainable development and human rights.
Parliamentary Conversations in the Commonwealth
Speaker Lau Weng San: Neutrality, Parliamentary Integrity & the Rule of Law
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This episode of ‘Parliamentary Conversations in the Commonwealth’, the CPA’s Podcast, features Hon. Lau Weng San, the 12th Speaker of the Selangor State Legislative Assembly, Malaysia.
In this conversation, Speaker Lau reflects on his unique journey as one of the few non-MLA (Member of the Legislative Assembly) Speakers in Selangor’s history, discussing how this position shapes his approach to parliamentary neutrality and constitutional responsibility. He explains the principles that guide him in safeguarding legislative integrity, such as the rule of law and democratic accountability. He also shares his vision for strengthening transparency, enhancing accountability and raising institutional standards within the legislative system.
Music: Vine Crawler by Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue)
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Recorded in February 2026.