Dr. Jayawardena Will Join Brussels Political Roundtable
The international event takes place in Brussels on September 29, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Lecture and Seminars
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Dr. Kavinda Jayawardena is scheduled to deliver an input statement at the Political Parties under Pressure roundtable on September 29, 2026. The event in Brussels brings together European political foundations and global experts to discuss emerging challenges.
Why it matters
The conference examines the complex pressures and malign influences that political organizations face in the modern era. Discussions are expected to address significant legislative frameworks, including the 22nd Amendment.
The event is jointly organized by the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung and the European Network of Political Foundations. It features an opening panel designed to convene EU institution experts alongside global participants.
The players
Dr. Kavinda Jayawardena
Dr. Kavinda Jayawardena is an invited speaker and Member of Parliament representing the Gampaha District.
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung is a German political foundation that promotes democracy, the social market economy, and European integration.
European Network of Political Foundations
The European Network of Political Foundations works to strengthen democracy by fostering dialogue and cooperation between political foundations across Europe.
The details
Dr. Jayawardena, who serves as an MP for the Gampaha District, will participate in the opening panel to share insights on democratic institutional challenges. The agenda focuses on the external and internal risks threatening the stability of contemporary political parties.
Timeline
September 29, 2026: The international roundtable is held in Brussels.
Industry Dynamics
This roundtable reflects a broader trend of international political organizations coordinating to combat cross-border malign influence. The event follows a pattern set by global forums that treat constitutional instruments like the 22nd Amendment as central to democratic stability.
The conference is a closed professional event for European political foundations and invited participants. Findings and policy recommendations from the opening panel are typically disseminated to the public following the conclusion of the summit.
The takeaway
The event highlights the growing importance of international cooperation in identifying threats to party integrity. Participants should monitor future policy developments resulting from these high-level Brussels consultations.
Further reading
Learn more about upcoming international discussions in the Lecture and Seminars section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Daily Mirror.
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