Siem Reap: The Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Cambodia, His Majesty the King Hun Manet, delivered a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the 7th Asia-Pacific Women’s Friendship Conference under the theme “Imagine the Opportunity”. The key points in the opening ceremony of the 7th Asia-Pacific Women’s Friendship Conference of the Prime Minister, which is hosted by Cambodia and is being held in Siem Reap on Sunday morning, November 5, 2023, are as follows:
The 7th Asia-Pacific Girl Scout General Assembly is not only an Asia-Pacific event, but also a historic and meaningful event for the Cambodian Women Scout Association, which is confident of hosting the 7th General Assembly. This conference will present to all members the progress of the association under the shadow of peace, stability and national unity in Cambodia. This hosting is also an important experience for Cambodia in preparing to host the 39th WAGGGS World Conference in 2026.
“The world will be safer, more beautiful, and warmer if more women become leaders,” he said. The Royal Government of Cambodia has made gender equality and empowerment of women and girls in all areas a priority in its policy agenda. By launching the Pentagon-Phase 1 strategy, we will strengthen our citizenship in a highly civilized society with morality, equity and environment in which women are the core.
He praised the noble mission of the Asia-Pacific Girl Scouts in promoting the local Girl Scout Movement, as well as joining the World Girl Scout Association in educating and training young girls and women to become A competent and confident leader. It is worth noting the value of the vision of the General Commissioner of the Cambodian Girl Scouts Association in “Desiring to see Cambodian girls, young women and young women living in morality, freedom, equality, dignity and pride in their culture and identity.” Support the right path of the Cambodian Girl Scouts Association, which is in line with the Royal Government’s policy to promote gender equality, women’s values and youth development, which are the pillars of the nation.
“The world will be safer, fresher, and warmer if more women become leaders.” In line with this slogan, the Royal Government of Cambodia has made gender equality and empowerment of women and girls in all areas a priority in its policy agenda. Through the Pentagon-Phase 1 Strategy, we will strengthen our civilization in a highly civilized society with morality, equity and environment, in which women are the core that provides more opportunities for women’s participation in determining The fate of the nation that the Girl Scouts Association is a major mechanism. We will also increase access to education and vocational training for female students through increased scholarships and in-school programs, providing accommodation, ensuring safety and increasing the number of female teachers, increasing The maximum proportion of women’s participation in national institutions at all levels, the strengthening of employment opportunities and the protection of women’s labor rights, as well as the continued promotion of women’s role in decision-making at all levels.
