Equal Opportunities: South Africa’s Minister on Empowering Women
Sindisiwe Chikunga champions equal access to education, technology and 40% of government contracts for women-owned businesses, as South Africa teams up with the Chinese mainland.
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From Beijing 1995 to Today: Gertrude Mongella on China’s Push for Gender Equality
Gertrude Mongella revisits the 1995 UN conference in Beijing and spotlights China’s vital role in advancing gender equality at the recent Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women.
Zimbabwean Minister: Women Are the Backbone of Africa’s Change
Zimbabwe’s Minister Mutsvangwa hails African women as drivers of economic growth at Beijing summit, spotlighting women-led SMEs and China’s support for empowerment and green development.
30 Years of Female Empowerment: Beijing Conference Impact
Celebrating 30 years since the UN Fourth World Conference on Women in the Chinese mainland and the Beijing Declaration, marking global progress in gender equality and women’s empowerment.
Building a Brighter Future: Gender-Responsive Infrastructure for Rural Women
Discover how gender-responsive infrastructure—from childcare markets in Nairobi to safe water points in the DRC—is empowering rural women to thrive.
Empowering Women in AI: Key Moments from Beijing’s Global Leaders’ Meeting
Beijing’s Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women showcased how AI can drive inclusive tech leadership and empower the next generation of innovators.
Latin America’s Women Leaders: Breaking Barriers & Facing Challenges
Latin America has seen several women rise to the top—from Argentina to Brazil—but gender gaps in politics persist. Trailblazers are paving the way, yet systemic change is still needed.
Chinese FM Wang Yi Welcomes Michelle Bachelet in Beijing
Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi met former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet in Beijing during the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women to discuss gender equality and stronger China-Chile ties.
Her Voice, Her Power: Leaders Gather in Beijing for the Next Big Step on Women’s Rights
Global leaders, ministers and UN officials met in Beijing to mark the 30th anniversary of the 1995 Fourth World Conference on Women and chart the next steps for women’s development worldwide.
Xi and Iceland’s President Halla Team Up for Stronger Ties and Gender Equality
President Xi met Icelandic President Halla Tomasdottir in Beijing to boost China-Iceland cooperation and advance gender equality at the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women.