US Embassy in Manila collaborated with the University of Southern California (USC) and the University of the Philippines (UP) Manila and Diliman campuses to host a discussion on women’s empowerment and legislation.

Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) Brian Goldbeck lauded progress made by the Government of the Philippines in addressing violence against women and trafficking in persons (TIP), the latter being described by Ambassador Thomas as “the scourge of modern slavery,” while noting serious challenges remain. Reports Phil Star