Thailand: More than 100 companies pledge to strengthen women’s economic empowerment

Credit: UN Women Asia-Pacific | A woman employee, wearing a mask and face shield, works at a shopping centre, in Bangkok, Thailand. According to UN Women, women labour force participation is about 60 per cent in the country.

Another huge step in advancing gender equality in Thailand. 110 companies in Thailand have signed up to the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) by UN women with the aim to boost women’s economic empowerment. This will further improve Thailand’s already strong record in terms of women occupying senior business roles.

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