So far around 20 countries have adopted a National Action Plan for 1325 and w...

So far around 20 countries have adopted a National Action Plan for 1325 and we were happy to note the intentions from many more countries to adopt and implement such plans. We heard inspiring examples of transnational cooperation to share experience and knowledge with those whose plans are still in progress. Many of us also emphasized the importance ofincluding civil society and women's groups in such processes and other work.