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South Asia
Ending Gender Discrimination: A Global and Local Imperative
By Pirah AijazKARACHI: Imagine being denied education, healthcare, safety, and respect — not because of lack of merit and ability, but simply because of gender. Gender discrimination remains one of the most deeply rooted injustices in societies around the world, silently shaping the lives of millions of women. Despite progress…
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East Asia
S. Korea: Gender minister vows legal efforts to ban sexism on Int’l Women’s Day
As South Korea joined in celebrating International Women’s Day on Friday, the gender minister pledged efforts to enact laws to ban discrimination based on one’s sex and to secure education on gender equality. “Gender equality is a key step toward building a solid democracy. … I will join hands…
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