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The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
ASEAN WEF 2025 to gather 100 speakers, panelists for Sheconomy agenda
KUALA LUMPUR: The ASEAN Women Economic Forum (WEF) 2025, which will be held from June 19 to 21, will bring together more than 100 speakers and panelists from both Malaysia and abroad. Its president Datin Dr Hartini Osman said the three-day forum, to be held at the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Tower here, will feature 24 parallel sessions, six workshops, nine roundtables and four firechat sessions. 'A total of 67 speakers from overseas and 51 from Malaysia will be participating, representing about 40 countries in total, including the ASEAN delegation. As of today, a total of 400 participants will be joining this forum,' she said at an exclusive preview to introduce the line-up of speakers, sponsors and exhibitors here today. Also present was senior director of ASEAN Economic Integration Division at MITI, Sugumari S. Shanmugam. The forum themed 'Women Leaders Beyond Borders: Shaping the Future of the ASEAN Sheconomy' is expected to be launched by the Prime Minister's wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail who will also present several awards and the keynote address will be delivered by the Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. Hartini said WEF would also be a platform to highlight products developed by women, not only from Malaysia, but also ASEAN and the rest of the world. 'So far there are four products and we are still open to those who want to launch products, we provide this platform for free for them and we also have a platform for business matching,' she said. In addition, she said WEF is also organising a Gala Dinner on the last day and the resolutions from the forum will be presented to the ministers and countries involved. WEF is a prestigious forum organised to support Malaysia as the Chair of ASEAN 2025 which promotes women's leadership, entrepreneurship and economic empowerment in the ASEAN region. It is organised jointly with the Bina Kesejahteraan Foundation, the Poverty Eradication (Basmi Kemiskinan) Foundation and the Malaysia-India Business Council in collaboration with MITI.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
ASEAN WEF 2025 to feature 100 voices on Sheconomy agenda
KUALA LUMPUR: The ASEAN Women Economic Forum (WEF) 2025, which will be held from June 19 to 21, will bring together more than 100 speakers and panelists from both Malaysia and abroad. Its president Datin Dr Hartini Osman said the three-day forum, to be held at the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Tower here, will feature 24 parallel sessions, six workshops, nine roundtables and four firechat sessions. 'A total of 67 speakers from overseas and 51 from Malaysia will be participating, representing about 40 countries in total, including the ASEAN delegation. As of today, a total of 400 participants will be joining this forum,' she said at an exclusive preview to introduce the line-up of speakers, sponsors and exhibitors here today. Also present was senior director of ASEAN Economic Integration Division at MITI, Sugumari S. Shanmugam. The forum themed 'Women Leaders Beyond Borders: Shaping the Future of the ASEAN Sheconomy' is expected to be launched by the Prime Minister's wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail who will also present several awards and the keynote address will be delivered by the Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. Hartini said WEF would also be a platform to highlight products developed by women, not only from Malaysia, but also ASEAN and the rest of the world. 'So far there are four products and we are still open to those who want to launch products, we provide this platform for free for them and we also have a platform for business matching,' she said. In addition, she said WEF is also organising a Gala Dinner on the last day and the resolutions from the forum will be presented to the ministers and countries involved. WEF is a prestigious forum organised to support Malaysia as the Chair of ASEAN 2025 which promotes women's leadership, entrepreneurship and economic empowerment in the ASEAN region. It is organised jointly with the Bina Kesejahteraan Foundation, the Poverty Eradication (Basmi Kemiskinan) Foundation and the Malaysia-India Business Council in collaboration with MITI.
The Sun
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
‘Sheconomy' must become core of future economic agenda for ASEAN
KUALA LUMPUR: The concept of 'Sheconomy' must be made a core part of the future economic agenda of ASEAN to ensure inclusive and sustainable growth by fully harnessing the potential of women in the region, said the President of the ASEAN Women's Economic Forum (WEF) 2025, Datin Dr. Hartini Osman. Dr Hartini said the ASEAN economic landscape needs to move across borders by adapting gender-responsive policies and integrated cooperation models that empower women not only in entrepreneurship but also in leadership, public policy, education, and innovation. 'In ASEAN, women are a major segment of the population, yet there remains a significant structural gap that limits their full participation in the economy. 'The 'Sheconomy' approach aims to bridge this gap by providing a real platform for the advancement and recognition of women at various levels and sectors,' she said while appearing as a guest on the program ASEAN: 'From Kuala Lumpur to the World', produced and broadcast by Bernama TV tonight. Commenting on the organization of WEF ASEAN from June 19 to 21, Hartini stated that the forum focuses on efforts to create a cross-border economic ecosystem emphasizing dignity, inclusivity, and data-driven policies, with gender equality as a core principle. 'We need to ensure that women are not only involved but also ready to lead, especially in this era of innovation, digitalization, and sustainable business models that are transforming the economic landscape. If we fail to prepare women now, we will fall behind,' she said. She also emphasized the importance of building a collaborative culture that sees men as allies and key supporters of women's economic empowerment, particularly in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Hartini mentioned that leading up to WEF, ASEAN 2025 has implemented the 'Connect and Collaborate 100 Days' program since March 3, involving discussions with communities from 73 countries every day on various issues. 'The outcome of this program on the second day of WEF ASEAN, June 20, will include a special roundtable session of the G100 wing on Philanthropy, Business, and Poverty Eradication to discuss findings and policy recommendations related to enhancing the capacity and involvement of women in the regional economy,' she said. Among other initiatives under the 'Connect and Collaborate 100 Days' program are a 100-day industrial training program, collaboration with 10 universities and regional communities for the Dream Scholarship sponsorship, as well as entrepreneurship pathways targeting young women and high-potential leaders in ASEAN. She stated that this effort reflects the belief that 'Sheconomy' is not a peripheral concept but a main driver of the future ASEAN economy with an inclusive, interconnected economy that is ready to lead.
The Sun
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
‘Sheconomy' as ASEAN's future economic agenda
KUALA LUMPUR: The concept of 'Sheconomy' must be made a core part of the future economic agenda of ASEAN to ensure inclusive and sustainable growth by fully harnessing the potential of women in the region, said the President of the ASEAN Women's Economic Forum (WEF) 2025, Datin Dr. Hartini Osman. Dr Hartini said the ASEAN economic landscape needs to move across borders by adapting gender-responsive policies and integrated cooperation models that empower women not only in entrepreneurship but also in leadership, public policy, education, and innovation. 'In ASEAN, women are a major segment of the population, yet there remains a significant structural gap that limits their full participation in the economy. 'The 'Sheconomy' approach aims to bridge this gap by providing a real platform for the advancement and recognition of women at various levels and sectors,' she said while appearing as a guest on the program ASEAN: 'From Kuala Lumpur to the World', produced and broadcast by Bernama TV tonight. Commenting on the organization of WEF ASEAN from June 19 to 21, Hartini stated that the forum focuses on efforts to create a cross-border economic ecosystem emphasizing dignity, inclusivity, and data-driven policies, with gender equality as a core principle. 'We need to ensure that women are not only involved but also ready to lead, especially in this era of innovation, digitalization, and sustainable business models that are transforming the economic landscape. If we fail to prepare women now, we will fall behind,' she said. She also emphasized the importance of building a collaborative culture that sees men as allies and key supporters of women's economic empowerment, particularly in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Hartini mentioned that leading up to WEF, ASEAN 2025 has implemented the 'Connect and Collaborate 100 Days' program since March 3, involving discussions with communities from 73 countries every day on various issues. 'The outcome of this program on the second day of WEF ASEAN, June 20, will include a special roundtable session of the G100 wing on Philanthropy, Business, and Poverty Eradication to discuss findings and policy recommendations related to enhancing the capacity and involvement of women in the regional economy,' she said. Among other initiatives under the 'Connect and Collaborate 100 Days' program are a 100-day industrial training program, collaboration with 10 universities and regional communities for the Dream Scholarship sponsorship, as well as entrepreneurship pathways targeting young women and high-potential leaders in ASEAN. She stated that this effort reflects the belief that 'Sheconomy' is not a peripheral concept but a main driver of the future ASEAN economy with an inclusive, interconnected economy that is ready to lead.
Barnama
15-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
‘Sheconomy' Must Become Core Of Future Economic Agenda For ASEAN
KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- The concept of 'Sheconomy' must be made a core part of the future economic agenda of ASEAN to ensure inclusive and sustainable growth by fully harnessing the potential of women in the region, said the President of the ASEAN Women's Economic Forum (WEF) 2025, Datin Dr. Hartini Osman. Dr Hartini said the ASEAN economic landscape needs to move across borders by adapting gender-responsive policies and integrated cooperation models that empower women not only in entrepreneurship but also in leadership, public policy, education, and innovation. 'In ASEAN, women are a major segment of the population, yet there remains a significant structural gap that limits their full participation in the economy. 'The 'Sheconomy' approach aims to bridge this gap by providing a real platform for the advancement and recognition of women at various levels and sectors,' she said while appearing as a guest on the program ASEAN: 'From Kuala Lumpur to the World', produced and broadcast by Bernama TV tonight. Commenting on the organization of WEF ASEAN from June 19 to 21, Hartini stated that the forum focuses on efforts to create a cross-border economic ecosystem emphasizing dignity, inclusivity, and data-driven policies, with gender equality as a core principle. "We need to ensure that women are not only involved but also ready to lead, especially in this era of innovation, digitalization, and sustainable business models that are transforming the economic landscape. If we fail to prepare women now, we will fall behind," she said. She also emphasized the importance of building a collaborative culture that sees men as allies and key supporters of women's economic empowerment, particularly in micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Hartini mentioned that leading up to WEF, ASEAN 2025 has implemented the "Connect and Collaborate 100 Days" program since March 3, involving discussions with communities from 73 countries every day on various issues. 'The outcome of this program on the second day of WEF ASEAN, June 20, will include a special roundtable session of the G100 wing on Philanthropy, Business, and Poverty Eradication to discuss findings and policy recommendations related to enhancing the capacity and involvement of women in the regional economy,' she said.
