Minister of Women & Child Development Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani had a meeting with H. E. Dr. Ergogie Tesfaye Woldemeskel, the Minister for Women and Social Affairs of Ethiopia today. Hon’ble Minister congratulated her counterpart for receiving the Distinguished Alumni Award of Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) that has been awarded to her in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the promotion of understanding, goodwill and friendship between India and Ethiopia.
The Ministers discussed various issues concerning Women Empowerment and Gender Equality as well as areas of mutual interest concerning empowerment of women for mutual cooperation. During the discussions, the Hon’ble Ministers discussed key issues that contribute towards transformation of women’s lives; by highlighting initiatives, policies and best practices for social, political and economic empowerment of women.
Ethiopian Minister also lauded the efforts of Government of India for various initiatives pertaining to empowerment of women.
Both the Ministers agreed to continue to engage in dialogue on bilateral and multilateral fora for promoting the rights of women and children.
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