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| L-R: WEF ASEAN 2026 Philippines Advisory Council Member Dr. Ramona Bustamante-Raneses, WEF ASEAN 2026 Philippines Country Chairperson and Former Commissioner Asliyah Limbona, G100 Club Global Chairperson for Business & Chambers Partnership and WEF ASEAN 2026 Philippines Executive Vice President Dr. Maricor Malitao, G100 Club Global President and WEF ASEAN President Datin Dr. Hartini Osman (Image Source: Orange Magazine TV/Women Economic Forum ASEAN) |
The Women Economic Forum (WEF) ASEAN 2026 Philippines brought together influential women leaders from across the region and the global stage in a compelling panel discussion titled “Insights On Women”, reinforcing its commitment to advancing inclusive leadership, collaboration, and empowerment. The panel featured distinguished voices including G100 Club Global Chairperson for Business & Chambers Partnership and WEF ASEAN 2026 Philippines Executive Vice President Dr. Maricor M. Malitao, G100 Club Global President and WEF ASEAN President Datin Dr. Hartini Osman, WEF ASEAN 2026 Philippines Advisory Council Member Dr. Ramona Ines Bustamante-Raneses, and WEF ASEAN 2026 Philippines Country Chairperson Former Commissioner Amielyn “Asliyah” Limbona.
Each speaker shared powerful perspectives on the evolving role of women in leadership, highlighting the importance of global collaboration, digital transformation, and purpose-driven initiatives in shaping more inclusive economies. Dr. Malitao emphasized the importance of building bridges between local enterprises and global opportunities, noting that “empowerment begins when women are given access — not just to resources, but to networks that enable growth and sustainability”. From a global standpoint, Datin Dr. Osman underscored the significance of unity among women leaders across nations, sharing that WEF continues to serve as a vital platform where women can collaborate, innovate, and lead transformative change on a global scale. Dr. Raneses highlighted the need for stronger alignment between vision and execution, stressing that meaningful impact is achieved when dialogue translates into structured programs, mentorship, and long-term initiatives. Meanwhile, Former Commissioner Limbona reinforced the Philippines’ role in the global movement, sharing her vision of WEF as more than a forum, saying, “This is a movement — one that ensures every Filipina has the opportunity to lead, to be heard, and to create change.” A unifying message that resonated throughout the panel was the importance of community, focus, and patience. Speakers emphasized that true growth is not rushed, but built intentionally — anchored in collaboration and purpose. As shared during the discussion, “When we build strong communities and stay focused on our path, we begin to realize that every opportunity will come at the right time.”
The “Insights On Women” panel served as a key moment in the strategic launch of WEF ASEAN 2026 Philippines, setting the tone for deeper conversations and actionable collaborations leading up to the main forum. As WEF ASEAN 2026 continues to build momentum, it remains anchored in its mission — to create platforms where women across sectors can connect, collaborate, and drive meaningful impact both locally and globally.
