October 12, Colombo (LNW): Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya departed for Beijing late yesterday (11) to participate in the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women 2025, following an official invitation extended by the Government of the People’s Republic of China, according to a statement released by the Prime Minister’s Office.
The international gathering, held under the theme “One Shared Future: New & Accelerated Process for Women’s All-round Development,” is a collaborative initiative between the Chinese government and UN Women. The summit aims to bring together heads of state, government leaders, and key global figures to deliberate on new strategies to promote gender equality and empower women across all sectors of society.
Dr Amarasuriya is scheduled to deliver a keynote address during the conference, in which she is expected to highlight Sri Lanka’s progress and ongoing challenges in the area of women’s empowerment, social inclusion, and policy innovation. Her speech will also outline the country’s renewed commitment to gender-responsive governance and inclusive economic development.
In addition to her address at the summit, the Prime Minister will engage in a series of high-level bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the event. These include talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang of the State Council, where discussions are likely to focus on strengthening diplomatic ties, expanding economic cooperation, and exploring collaborative efforts in development and education—particularly initiatives that support women and marginalised communities.
