Philippine Ambassador, Minister of Social Development Discuss Women, Peace, and Security

AMMAN, 12 September 2024 – The Philippine Ambassador to Jordan, H.E. Wilfredo C. Santos, met with Jordan's Minister of Social Development, H.E. Wafa Saeed Yacoub Bani Mustafa, to discuss Jordan's upcoming participation in the International Conference on Women, Peace, and Security, which will be hosted by the Philippines from October 28 to 30, 2024.

During the meeting, Ambassador Santos and Minister Mustafa underscored the significance of the conference in fostering dialogue and cooperation on global efforts to advance the Women, Peace, and Security agenda. They also highlighted the strides both countries have made in empowering women in their respective communities and shared best practices on promoting gender equality and inclusive development.

Minister Mustafa expressed Jordan's enthusiasm for contributing to the conference's discussions, reflecting the country's commitment to advancing women's roles in peacebuilding and sustainable development. Meanwhile, Ambassador Santos reaffirmed the Philippines' dedication to strengthening international partnerships that promote women's empowerment and inclusive peace.

The Conference, themed "Forging Collaboration and Convergence for Advancing Women, Peace, and Security," will act as a global review of the progress made in implementing the WPS agenda ahead of the 25th anniversary of the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 in October 2025.

The event seeks to support efforts to create pathways and develop joint strategies to overcome obstacles to women’s full and meaningful participation in peacebuilding and to integrate gender perspectives in the promotion of peace and security.

Both sides expressed optimism about the outcomes of the forthcoming conference and reiterated their commitment to advancing the women empowerment agenda on both national and international platforms.

Ambassador Santos was accompanied by Second Secretary and Consul Angeli Payumo and Administrative Officer and GAD Focal Person John Jiao. END