UNITED NATIONS, March 8 (Xinhua) -- To mark International Women's Day, the UN Global Compact, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative, on Thursday launched a new report Women at Work: Chinese companies taking action on gender equality.

The global publication, available in English and Chinese, provides insights and best practices for advancing Environmental, Social and Governance and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with a focus on gender equality in the workplace.

"Women at Work" sheds light on the challenges and opportunities that Chinese companies face in promoting gender equality. It presents a series of case studies showcasing how companies across various sectors are implementing the Women's Empowerment Principles and contributing to the SDGs.

The report showcases the commitment of business leaders in China and around the world to integrate gender equality into corporate strategies, highlighting the essential role of women in driving sustainable business practices for a better world.

It provides an overview of global and China's progress in workplace gender equality through SDGs progress review. Additionally, it features suggested practical gender roadmaps and key resources for businesses to contribute to the collective efforts towards SDG 5: Gender Equality.

Launched in 2000 under former UN chief Kofi Annan, UN Global Compact supports the global business community in advancing UN goals and values through responsible corporate practices. Enditem

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