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ASEAN women's groups chart development path at Hanoi assembly
The ASEAN Confederation of Women's Organisations held its 22nd General Assembly in Hanoi, bringing together regional women's groups to strengthen cooperation and identify priorities for sustainable community building across Southeast Asia.
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The 22nd ACWO General Assembly, hosted by the Vietnam Women's Union, provided a platform for ASEAN women's organisations to advance their shared agenda of regional development and integration. The gathering underscored the critical role women play in building a united, resilient, and sustainable ASEAN Community as the bloc navigates complex regional challenges.
Participants focused on reinforcing solidarity among member organisations while deepening mutual trust and understanding across the region's diverse societies. The assembly enabled delegates to exchange experiences and best practices, drawing on lessons from national and community-level initiatives that have strengthened women's participation in economic, social, and political spheres.
With ASEAN pursuing deeper integration across multiple pillars, the ACWO assembly served to align women's organisations around shared cooperation priorities for the region's next development phase. Discussions reflected the recognition that gender inclusion and women's empowerment are essential components of sustainable progress in Southeast Asia.