U.S. Secretary Raimondo Engages in Key Discussions in the Philippines

Secretary Raimondo met with Filipino business leaders, labor organizations, and the Private Sector Advisory Council to promote economic empowerment, labor rights, and mutual economic interests.

• Secretary Raimondo discussed women’s economic empowerment and gender equality with Filipino women business leaders, highlighting U.S. initiatives like the Select Global Women in Tech Mentorship Network.
• In meetings with labor organization leaders, she emphasized the importance of advancing labor rights and standards globally.
• Raimondo encouraged U.S. and Philippine companies to explore new partnerships, particularly in energy, infrastructure, and ICT, during her meeting with the Private Sector Advisory Council.
• The Secretary highlighted the EMPOWER Asia initiative and the SelectUSA Program as key efforts to support women’s economic empowerment and international business growth.
• She commended Philippine efforts to open renewable energy and public services to foreign investment, supporting the clean energy transition.

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