Vietnam Accelerates Economic Growth and Social Progress by Promoting Gender Equality
Vietnam has launched a "Month of Action for Gender Equality and Prevention and Response to Gender-Based Violence," emphasizing gender equality in labor and production as a driver for economic growth and social progress. The initiative highlights the promotion of women's political participation and economic engagement.
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