The findings of a major new study on political violence against lawmakers by the public, both online and off - Press Conference

Press conference by Martin Chungong and Rogier Huizenga, on the findings of a major new study on political violence against lawmakers by the public, both online and off.

• Categories: Media / Press Conferences
• Video Length: 00:43:47
• Production Date: 11 February 2026
• Asset Language: Original
• Corporate Name: INTER-PARLIAMENTARY UNION - IPU
• Subject Topical: POLITICAL VIOLENCE; LAW
• MAMS Id: 3534613
• Parent Id: 3534361

Description

Presented by IPU Secretary General Martin Chungong with IPU Human Rights Manager Mr. Rogier Huizenga.

Moderated by the Permanent Observer of the IPU at the UN Paddy Torsney.

Drawing on a survey of hundreds of parliamentarians worldwide, and in-depth case studies in Argentina, Benin, Italy, Malaysia and the Netherlands, the research reveals what kind of intimidation legislators face, where and against whom it occurs, and how hostility from the public harms not only the elected representatives themselves but democracy a whole.

The report will be discussed at the 2026 Parliamentary Hearing at the United Nations on Thursday, 12 February 2026 - Friday, 13 February 2026 in co-hosted by the President of the General Assembly.