G20 Riyadh summit

G20 EMPOWER To Improve Women's Economic Empowerment and Representation in Canada and Around the World

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Thursday, March 25, 2021

This also follows global studies performed by G20 EMPOWER in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and OECD that outline the state of play of women's economic empowerment and representation at senior levels of business.

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  • This also follows global studies performed by G20 EMPOWER in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO) and OECD that outline the state of play of women's economic empowerment and representation at senior levels of business.
  • G20 EMPOWER also works to promote the development of inclusive business models aimed at supporting the participation of women through sharing best practices and innovative approaches.
  • The Private Sector Alliance for the Empowerment and Progression of Women's Economic Representation (EMPOWER) was launched at the 2019 G20 Summit in Osaka, Japan, following a suggestion by the Canadian Sherpa.
  • G20 EMPOWER is expected to report at the G20 Summit on its progress and concrete efforts.

G20 Riyadh Summit: Release of Leaders' Declaration

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Sunday, November 22, 2020

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- G20 Leaders endorsed their declaration at the end of their summit today November 22, 2020, including agreements on steps to be taken to protect lives and shape a better future.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- G20 Leaders endorsed their declaration at the end of their summit today November 22, 2020, including agreements on steps to be taken to protect lives and shape a better future.
  • The declaration goes on to call for a recovery and a better future by adopting policies to ensure connectivity and equal access to technology and opportunities for all, focusing on women, youth, and the most vulnerable.
  • More than 170 meetings were held, by G20 minsters of finance, trade and investment, health, education, energy, climate, anti-corruption, agriculture, environment, employment, tourism, digital economy, water, and foreign affairs over the course of the Saudi G20 Presidency to culminate in the Leaders' Declaration.
  • They concluded their agenda by holding 8 summits and issuing 8 final statements respectively bringing civil society and private sector views to the policy-making table.

G20 Riyadh Summit: Release of Leaders' Declaration

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Sunday, November 22, 2020

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- G20 Leaders endorsed their declaration at the end of their summit today November 22, 2020, including agreements on steps to be taken to protect lives and shape a better future.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- G20 Leaders endorsed their declaration at the end of their summit today November 22, 2020, including agreements on steps to be taken to protect lives and shape a better future.
  • The declaration goes on to call for a recovery and a better future by adopting policies to ensure connectivity and equal access to technology and opportunities for all, focusing on women, youth, and the most vulnerable.
  • More than 170 meetings were held, by G20 minsters of finance, trade and investment, health, education, energy, climate, anti-corruption, agriculture, environment, employment, tourism, digital economy, water, and foreign affairs over the course of the Saudi G20 Presidency to culminate in the Leaders' Declaration.
  • They concluded their agenda by holding 8 summits and issuing 8 final statements respectively bringing civil society and private sector views to the policy-making table.

Prime Minister concludes virtual G20 Leaders' Summit

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Sunday, November 22, 2020

OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 22, 2020 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today concluded his participation in the G20 Virtual Leaders' Summit, hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,and welcomed the conclusions outlined in the G20 Leaders' Declaration.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 22, 2020 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today concluded his participation in the G20 Virtual Leaders' Summit, hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,and welcomed the conclusions outlined in the G20 Leaders' Declaration.
  • In virtual meetings at the Summit, Prime Minister Trudeau highlighted the importance of G20 leadership and coordinated action to beat the COVID-19 pandemic, restore economic growth, and take ambitious action to fight climate change.
  • During the Summit, the Prime Minister noted the importance of putting people at the heart of recovery efforts.
  • The G20 Virtual Leaders' Summit was an opportunity to expand global efforts to fight COVID-19, restore economic growth, and combat climate change."

Family Photo from Today's Opening Session of the G20 Riyadh Summit

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Saturday, November 21, 2020

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Saudi G20 Presidency is pleased to share a leaders' family photo from today's opening session of the G20 Riyadh Summit.

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Saudi G20 Presidency is pleased to share a leaders' family photo from today's opening session of the G20 Riyadh Summit.

Family Photo from Today's Opening Session of the G20 Riyadh Summit

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Saturday, November 21, 2020

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Saudi G20 Presidency is pleased to share a leaders' family photo from today's opening session of the G20 Riyadh Summit.

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G20 Riyadh Summit: Post-Presidency Press Conference

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Friday, November 20, 2020

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The G20 Riyadh Summit will be held virtually from November 21 - 22, 2020.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The G20 Riyadh Summit will be held virtually from November 21 - 22, 2020.
  • The G20 Presidency Press Conference will be conducted after the conclusion of the second and last day of the Leaders' Summit by Saudi Finance Minister His Excellency Mr. Mohammed Al Jadaan and the Saudi G20 Sherpa His Excellency Dr. Fahad Almubarak.
  • The G20 Presidency Press Conference will take place following the conclusion of the Summit and the official release of the Declaration.
  • Every attempt will be made to answer as many questions as possible during the allocated time.

G20 Riyadh Summit: Post-Presidency Press Conference

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Friday, November 20, 2020

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The G20 Riyadh Summit will be held virtually from November 21 - 22, 2020.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The G20 Riyadh Summit will be held virtually from November 21 - 22, 2020.
  • The G20 Presidency Press Conference will be conducted after the conclusion of the second and last day of the Leaders' Summit by Saudi Finance Minister His Excellency Mr. Mohammed Al Jadaan and the Saudi G20 Sherpa His Excellency Dr. Fahad Almubarak.
  • The G20 Presidency Press Conference will take place following the conclusion of the Summit and the official release of the Declaration.
  • Every attempt will be made to answer as many questions as possible during the allocated time.

G20 Riyadh Summit: Realizing the Opportunities of the 21st Century for All

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Friday, November 20, 2020

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as the 2020 Presidency of the G20, is proud to be hosting the Leaders' Summit week culminating with the Leaders' Summit 21 22 November.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as the 2020 Presidency of the G20, is proud to be hosting the Leaders' Summit week culminating with the Leaders' Summit 21 22 November.
  • All invited guests and Leaders of G20 countries and International Organizations have confirmed their participation in the Leaders' summit starting tomorrow.
  • The Saudi G20 Presidency is dedicated to Realizing the Opportunities of the 21st Century for all and during this global pandemic in protecting lives, livelihoods and building an inclusive, sustainable and resilient recovery.
  • Before and during the Leaders' Summit, media will have access to photos, videos, press releases, and a series of media briefings and roundtables on the themes of the Saudi G20 Presidency.

G20 Riyadh Summit: Realizing the Opportunities of the 21st Century for All

Retrieved on: 
Friday, November 20, 2020

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as the 2020 Presidency of the G20, is proud to be hosting the Leaders' Summit week culminating with the Leaders' Summit 21 22 November.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as the 2020 Presidency of the G20, is proud to be hosting the Leaders' Summit week culminating with the Leaders' Summit 21 22 November.
  • All invited guests and Leaders of G20 countries and International Organizations have confirmed their participation in the Leaders' summit starting tomorrow.
  • The Saudi G20 Presidency is dedicated to Realizing the Opportunities of the 21st Century for all and during this global pandemic in protecting lives, livelihoods and building an inclusive, sustainable and resilient recovery.
  • Before and during the Leaders' Summit, media will have access to photos, videos, press releases, and a series of media briefings and roundtables on the themes of the Saudi G20 Presidency.