Ukrainian parliament opens 16th session of ninth convocation
The Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, has opened the 16th session of the ninth convocation, setting a new record in the history of the Ukrainian parliamentary system.
The Ukrainian parliament commenced its 16th session of the ninth convocation on the specified day, as reported by Ukrinform correspondent. The parliamentary leadership, lawmakers, and members of the Cabinet of Ministers, led by Prime Minister Sergii Koretskyi, participated in the session. According to the Ukrainian Constitution, the rules of procedure of the Verkhovna Rada and a resolution concerning the organization of work for the ninth convocation under martial law were pertinent to the proceedings.
Verkhovna Rada Chairman Ruslan Stefanchuk announced the conclusion of the 15th session and the opening of the 16th session. A total of 194 Members of Parliament registered in the chamber for the opening. After declaring the 15th session closed and the 16th session open, in accordance with Article 83 of the Constitution, Stefanchuk led lawmakers and government officials in singing Ukraine's national anthem.
The Ukrainian Constitution mandates that the parliamentary session must commence on the first Tuesday of September, and the 16th session is scheduled to conclude in February 2027.
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