Dhaka, Feb. 14 -- In a move to unite leading businesses and spur greater action on women's employment across industries in the private sector, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has launched a flagship network --'Partnership for Women's Employment: The Business of Equity'.

The IFC, the private sector arm of the World Bank, has partnered with the European Union and the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI).

According to the IFC, the two-year partnership will act as a catalyst for economic growth and inclusion, helping empower women across Bangladesh.

Women comprise one-third of the country's workforce, with only 4 percent of businesses having women in top management.

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