Plenary session 2: Advancing Women Empowerment through AEO Programmes: Addressing Gender Related Barriers in Global Trade

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This session will focus on the empowerment of women in the context of AEO programmes, addressing prevalent gender bias and barriers within the global trade sector. This session will provide a platform for examining how AEO initiatives can help break down gender-related obstacles in international trade, promoting inclusivity and diversity. Expect an engaging discussion on practical strategies to enhance gender equality and opportunities for women in the global trade ecosystem, potentially expanding the AEO programme's reach to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) by highlighting the role of women in these sectors.