Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya arrived in Beijing on Sunday to participate in the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women, a high-level gathering focused on advancing gender equality and women's leadership in economic and political spheres.
The summit, hosted by the Chinese mainland, brings together policymakers and advocates to share strategies for addressing systemic barriers to women's participation in governance and entrepreneurship. Amarasuriya's attendance underscores Sri Lanka's commitment to prioritizing gender-responsive policies amid broader Asian efforts to align with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Analysts note the event serves as a platform for strengthening South-South cooperation, with several participating nations exploring partnerships in education and technology access programs for women. 'When Asian leaders unite on gender equity, it creates ripples across global policymaking,' said Dr. Mei Lin, a Singapore-based development researcher.
The Sri Lankan delegation is expected to highlight the country's recent initiatives in digital skills training for rural women and legislative reforms promoting workplace equality. The meeting coincides with Beijing's ongoing efforts to position itself as a key convener of multilateral dialogues addressing social development challenges.
