Hillary Clinton's remarks at the close of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Women and the Economy Summit on September 16, 2011 focus on affirming the organization's commitment to developing the skills of women, improving their access to economic opportunities, and supporting their rise to leadership roles. The overall tone encourages transformation, while acknowledging that the journey ahead will be long and difficult. It outlines past gains and present obstacles for women, but Clinton's vision extends beyond one gender to the goal of shared prosperity for all humankind.
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