What happens when women run the economy? We're about to find out

Apr 14, 2021

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala becoming Director-General of the World Trade Organisation is an inspirational step for women's rights. Image: REUTERS/Denis Balibouse

Andrea Shalal

Senior Correspondent, Reuters

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