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Vice President Leni Robredo has been named an "honorary outstanding woman" by the government of Thailand for her work on women's rights and gender equality said a report of GMA News
Robredo received the award from Thai Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, who represented her mother, Queen Sirikit, at the awarding ceremonies in Nonthaburi Province.
**Robredo was awarded for her "dedication for women in her country to improve women's rights and gender equality, including overcoming barriers to be a successful ASEAN woman leader."**
The award was given in light of the country's celebration of Thai Women's Day, also a commemoration of the 84th birthday of Queen Sikirit and the 70th anniversary of Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej
During this trip, Robredo met the staff of the Philippine Embassy there, as well as Filipino community leaders.
This was the Vice President's first overseas trip since taking her oath of office on June 30.
