Yes, absolutely. The Americans were absent from the IPU between 1990 and 1993. The executive committee decided, not more than two weeks ago, to send a letter to the speakers of both Houses of the U.S. Congress, that is, to Senator Leahy and Ms. Pelosi. I suggested not only that the letter be sent by the new Portuguese president, but also that it be signed by the 18 members of the executive committee, including representatives from China and other countries, in order to encourage Americans to join the community of parliamentarians and participate fully in its activities.
On February 2nd, 2021. See this statement in context.