Phnom penh: Cambodia and Brazil engaged in high-level discussions to bolster bilateral cooperation on women's economic empowerment and entrepreneurship, as announced by the Cambodian Ministry of Women's Affairs.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, Minister H.E. Dr. Ing Kantha Phavi met with H.E. Ms. Susan Kleebank, Secretary of Asia and the Pacific at Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at the Women's Economic Development and Entrepreneurship Centre in Phnom Penh. The dialogue centered on sharing strategies and experiences to elevate the potential of women and girls, particularly in crafting new opportunities to support female entrepreneurs. The discussions highlighted key areas such as fostering network connections and utilizing technology to enhance women's economic participation.
Following the productive meeting, H.E. Ms. Susan Kleebank toured the centre to gain a comprehensive understanding of its operations, support programs, and the initiatives led by women entrepreneurs. The visit included a look at the provincial women's development centres, the CPMEC Mart of the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce and Micro Enterprises, the WEE Market Hub, and the offices of the Cambodian Women Entrepreneurs Association (CWEA).