China's State Council Information Office dropped a major policy update today with the release of its white paper on women's well-rounded development in the new era. The document, presented by Huang Xiaowei of the National Working Committee on Children and Women, highlights progress in education, workforce participation, and political representation 🇨🇳💼.
At a lively press conference buzzing with international journalists, Huang emphasized China's commitment to "creating equal opportunities across all sectors" while rocking the mic with stats: "Women now make up over 40% of China's internet entrepreneurs – that's girl power meets tech revolution!" 💻🚀
The white paper also spotlights:
- 📈 Rising female life expectancy (now 80+ years)
- 🎓 Gender parity in higher education enrollment
- ⚖️ Enhanced legal protections against workplace discrimination
While addressing global media questions, Huang teased upcoming initiatives to boost childcare support systems – because "raising future leaders shouldn't be a solo mission." 👶✨
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Live: White paper on women's well-rounded development in the new era
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