THE Philippines has set a “powerful example” in advancing the role of women in peacebuilding, conflict resolution and security dialogue, said United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed.
Mohammed made the remark on the second day of the International Conference on Women, Peace and Security being hosted by the Philippines.
“The Philippines offers profound insights as the first Asian nation to adopt a National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security,” Mohammed said. “And as you adapt and expand that plan to meet the moment and the evolving challenges that come with it, you are demonstrating commendable leadership.”
She said the Philippines has “a long and rich history wherein Filipina women have assumed major leadership roles both at the local and national levels, including the election of a lady peace advocate as president.”
The Philippines is among the first nations in Asia to adopt a National Action Plan on WPS, reflecting its commitment to United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, which called for the meaningful inclusion of women in all peace and security initiatives.
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo said that the WPS agenda “has evolved in the last 25 years and must continue to evolve to address emerging challenges which are very real to nations and communities.”
Manalo said that delegates hope to adopt the “Pasay Declaration on Women, Peace and Security” during the conference, which is among the highlights of the event.
“This Declaration underscores our collective commitment to women’s participation, protection and empowerment in all areas of peace and security. It reaffirms foundational commitments set forth in UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and related resolutions, calling for accelerated efforts to achieve gender equality and enhance women’s meaningful participation in conflict prevention, peacebuilding and recovery processes,” he said.
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