PH to host International Conference of Women, Peace, and Security

Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo. INQUIRER.net file photo / Ryan Leagogo

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines will host the International Conference of Women, Peace, and Security (ICWPS) at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City on October 28 to 30.

With the theme, “Forging Collaboration and Convergence for Advancing Women, Peace, and Security,” the event aims to highlight the power of inter-regional networks for exchanging experiences, best practices, and conquering challenges to bringing women peacemakers and stakeholders from different parts of the world.

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Around 400 participants from more than 54 countries are expected to attend the conference.

One of the main objectives of ICWPS is to address the implementation of the United Nations (UN) Security Council Resolution 1325, which, according to the UN, “addresses the impact of war on women and the importance of women’s full and equal participation in conflict resolution, peacebuilding, peacekeeping, humanitarian response, and post-conflict reconstruction.”

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In a press briefing on Friday, Department of Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo said the Philippines’ hosting of the ICWPS reflects the government’s commitment to peace and security.

“The International Conference of Women, Peace, and Security will not only be a platform for sharing insights and best practices on this important issue; it will also be a powerful demonstration of our leadership in harnessing collective commitment to advancing the WPS agenda worldwide,” he also said.