Dhaka, Sept. 3 -- State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Thursday said the government continues its efforts to address challenges and seeks to further advance women's rights through cooperation and partnership among the government, civil society, women's organisations and other stakeholders.

Speaking as the chief guest at a discussion, she recognised that significant challenges remain in ensuring equality and rights for women and noted that Bangladesh is working to ensure women's meaningful participation in all spheres of national life, including peace and security, diplomacy, economic activities and overseas employment.

"Without women's meaningful participation, sustainable peace and development are not possible," she ...