"UN Chief's Plan to Tackle Global Backlash and Achieve Gender Equality by 2300"

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that achieving legal equality for women could take 300 years due to a global backlash against women's rights, citing examples such as the Taliban's restrictions on Afghan women. He highlighted gender-based violence, a pay gap, and underrepresentation of women in politics, urging nations to prioritize equality and announcing a "Gender Equality Acceleration Plan." UN Women head Sima Bahous called for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza and emphasized the need to invest in women and girls for economic growth and peace.