The Deputy Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives, Hon Benjamin Kalu, attended a World Trade Organization parliamentary conference, where he pushed for more focus on digital trade in shaping opportunities for youths and entrepreneurs
Kalu, in the 55th session of the steering committee, proposed two key initiatives to strengthen global digital trade governance. A Legislative Tracking Mechanism for digital legislations worldwide and a Model Digital Trade Legislative Toolkit for developing country parliaments.
The latter of the proposals aims to offer best-practice templates and policy options to help craft pro-development digital economy laws aligned with regional and global frameworks.
” The summary of what we have said here is that promoting multilateralism through digital trade is not a mere footnote. It’s a technical footnote.” Kalu argued
He added that the digital economy is no longer a distant promise but a daily reality for entrepreneurs and a rising opportunity for the youth.
Kalu pushed for the world to pursue a shared digital prosperity shaped by global players. He believes the world can collectively make digital trade a bridge of trust, opportunity, and inclusive growth.
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- Hon. Benjamin Kalu is an active member of the House of Representatives, serving as the Deputy Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives. He has spearheaded over 105 bills, with a notable focus on constitutional amendments and social reforms.
- Benjamin Kalu was instrumental in the passing of the South East Development Commission Bill, which seeks to set aside a fund to develop the South East region and close the gap between the region and other parts of the country.
- Kalu was also key to a bill proposing special legislative seats for women. The bill proposes 74 additional seats for women in the Senate and House of Representatives, as well as 108 seats in state assemblies, to increase female representation. The bill is currently under review by the Constitution Review Committee, which Kalu chairs.
