Care economy crucial for women's economic empowerment: Sharmeen Murshid | News

DHAKA, Sept 19, 2025 (BSS) - Social Welfare and Women and Children Affairs Adviser Sharmeen S. Murshid emphasized that the care economy plays a vital role in advancing women's economic empowerment. "The care economy not only meets essential social needs but also acts as a powerful engine for job creation. A well-developed care sector provides significant opportunities for women through safe and decent employment, thereby enhancing their participation in labor markets at home and abroad," she said. The adviser made the remarks while leading the Bangladesh delegation at the South-4-Care Platform meeting in Doha, Qatar on September 15. The meeting brought together representatives from 30 member countries, said a press release received here today. Addressing the international forum, Adviser Murshid...