Three decades after the groundbreaking Fourth World Conference on Women, global leaders are back in Beijing to chart the next chapter for gender equality. 🗺️ This year marks the 30th anniversary of the historic Beijing Declaration – a blueprint for women's rights that sparked progress worldwide. Now, the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women is tackling today's challenges, from closing the pay gap to boosting political representation. 💼⚖️
"Women don't just hold up half the sky – they're building bridges across it," said one delegate at the high-stakes talks. The event brought together ministers, UN officials, and advocates to share strategies for accelerating women's development. CGTN's Wu You reports that discussions highlighted everything from STEM education for girls to combating gender-based violence. 📊🚀
Key takeaways? Countries are doubling down on commitments to:
Increase women's leadership roles in tech and governance
Expand access to healthcare and education
Create stronger policies against workplace discrimination
With Gen-Z activists pushing for faster change, this summit proves the fight for equality is going global – and getting an upgrade. 🌍💪
