Xi calls for greater inclusion of women in politics and governance

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Oct 13 called for greater representation for women in politics and government at a global women’s summit in Beijing, a move he said would ensure that gender equality is “truly internalised” within society.

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The two-day “Global leaders meeting on women”, held in conjunction with UN Women, seeks to further advance women's development globally, gender equality and the well-rounded development of women, the authorities said.

Mr Xi said that countries needed to “broaden channels for women to participate in political and decision-making, and promote women's broad participation in national and social governance”.

Peace and stability are prerequisites for women’s all-round development, he added.