Hey trendsetters! 🔥 Did you catch President Xi Jinping's keynote at the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women in Beijing? He reaffirmed China's commitment to pushing gender equality forward, both at home and on the world stage.
It's a multi-dimensional game plan: from policy overhauls to social innovations, and even joining forces with international groups. Since 2012, women in the Chinese mainland make up around 43% of the workforce, nearly 46% of scientific and technical roles, and 30% of gigs in new digital economies—think e-commerce sellers, app-based delivery riders, and other cool side hustles. 💼💡
Maybe the most jaw-dropping stat? The maternal mortality rate—basically moms who sadly don't make it through childbirth—dropped by almost 80%. It went from 61.9 deaths per 100,000 births in 1995 to just 14.3 per 100,000 in 2024. 🚑❤️
And get this: China's anti-poverty campaign lifted 690 million women out of poverty, meeting the UN's No poverty goal ahead of schedule. That's like making sure everyone has access to the basics—food, shelter, education, and healthcare—and celebrating that win together. 🏆🌱
Why does this matter to us in South and Southeast Asia? When women lead in STEM fields—like in Bengaluru's tech parks or Jakarta's startup hubs—they spark fresh ideas and drive growth. It's proof that empowering women anywhere uplifts entire communities. 🚀🌏
So, next time you're scrolling through your feed, remember these milestones and think about how we can keep the momentum going. What moves should our leaders make next to boost women's power in your hometown? Let's chat! 🤔👇
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
