Gender Inequality

How to narrow Japan’s widening gender gap

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe gives a policy speech at the start of the regular session of parliament in Tokyo, Japan, January 20, 2020. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon - RC2IJE9UYBZZ

Japan ranks among the worst 10 performers in political empowerment for women. Image: REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon

Saadia Zahidi
Managing Director, World Economic Forum
Makiko Eda
Chief Representative Officer, Japan, World Economic Forum Tokyo
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