TEHRAN – Speaking at the World Summit on Women in China, Vice President for Women and Family Affairs Zahra Behruz Azhar proposed Iran’s proposal to conclude a Compassionate Agreement among women around the world to strengthen the role of women in creating a more humane and sustainable future.
According to IRNA, the agreement aims to keep kindness alive in politics, economics and science. It would be a charter based on certain principles, such as upholding the sanctity of human life, providing additional support to children and women in times of crisis, promoting dialogue rather than violence, exclusion and sanctions, protecting the rights of everything on earth, from plants and animals to water and soil, and using science and technology for the benefit of humanity rather than starting wars, imposing sanctions or oppressing humanity.
The official continued: “We live in an era where science and technology are transforming the world, where artificial intelligence is influencing decision-making and robots are replacing humans.
The planet is getting hotter, the gap between rich and poor is widening, and loneliness is widespread. Technology has made us more connected, but not necessarily closer.
Today we have more information, but less peace. In recent years, we have witnessed the dark side of technology: hybrid warfare, public opinion manipulation, the spread of digital hatred, and the use of artificial intelligence for destruction. These experiences highlight the serious crises of our time. Despite outward progress, many struggle with an inner void. ”
The Global Leadership Conference on Women was held on October 13th and 14th in Beijing, China.
The conference was held under the theme “One Shared Future: A new and accelerated process for women’s all-round development”.
The conference, co-hosted by China and the United Nations, brought together heads of state, government leaders, parliamentary leaders, vice prime ministers, ministers, leaders of international organizations, and representatives from various continents.
Participants discussed global challenges such as climate change, technological and digital transformation, and the crisis caused by war, as well as reviewing countries’ progress in empowering women.
On the sidelines of the Global Leaders’ Conference on Women, Ms. Behrouz-Azar met with Shen Yiqing, President of the Women’s Federation of the People’s Republic of China, and Chair of the Family and Women’s Committee Makhkamova Zuraikho Bakridinovna.
In a meeting with Chinese officials, Yi-ching said that Iran and China are two ancient civilizations with rich cultures, and that women in both countries play an important role in social progress and maintaining family foundations. In line with the bilateral strategic partnership, China stands ready to promote cooperation and collaboration with Iran, especially in the field of women, under the leadership of the two presidents.
Ms. Bellows-Azar elaborated on the achievements of women in this country. She said that over the past few years, the country had passed and implemented several laws to support pregnant women and employed/working mothers. Iran is also strengthening its vocational training infrastructure and increasing its employment capacity to enable women to play a more effective role in the domestic and international economy.
She added that expanding exports of Iranian women’s handicrafts and expanding the international market for cultural products are among the government’s key plans to empower women.
Mr. Behruz-Azar also met with the head of the Uzbek Family and Women’s Committee Makhkamova Zuraikho Bahridinovna.
During the talks, both sides agreed to expand cooperation in the areas of vocational training, women’s employment, entrepreneurship and handicrafts.
Bakridinovna invited Bekhrouz-Azar to travel to Tashkent to sign a memorandum of understanding in the women’s field.
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