Over 50 participants, including AIPA Member Parliaments, ambassadors, prominent figures and experts gathered at the National Assembly of Lao PDR on 5 February 2024 for the WAIPA Events 2024: Women Political Leaders Forum. Under the theme of “Promoting gender-responsive parliaments for a resilient, connected and inclusive ASEAN community”, the forum centered on enhancing women’s involvement and leadership in maintaining peace, foster intergenerational collaboration among female leaders, and promote women’s economic empowerment and recognition of the care economy. #ouraipaourasean