Global Political Calendar: Key Events and Visits

This material outlines significant global political events, including state visits, commemorations, and meetings scheduled from August to September 2024. It details the itineraries of various world leaders, including meetings and anniversaries of historical importance, reflecting a comprehensive schedule of political activities worldwide.

The global political landscape is set to be active over the coming months, with numerous key events scheduled across various regions. Notable activities include the President of the United Nations General Assembly, Dennis Francis, visiting Guyana and South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa meeting Angola's President João Lourenço in a working visit to Angola.

Additionally, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is scheduled to hold a significant meeting with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani in Ankara. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe and the Edinburgh International Book Festival will also take place in Scotland. In Asia, the Presidents of Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan are visiting Kazakhstan, while India's President Droupadi Murmu will undertake state visits to New Zealand and Timor-Leste.

Other notable events include Japan commemorating the 79th anniversary of the Nagasaki nuclear attacks, the 77th anniversaries of Independence for Pakistan and India, and the 218th Anniversary of Liechtenstein's Independence. The calendar also includes meetings among finance ministers, international youth day celebrations, and various cultural, historical, and commemorative events around the globe.

(With inputs from agencies.)