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Asian women in politics - the underlying challenges

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Deeply ingrained cultural and patriarchal gender norms in many Asian societies create significant barriers, expecting women to prioritize family over political careers and facing prejudice for not conforming.
Flawed electoral systems, such as Malaysia's first-past-the-post, disadvantage female candidates, making it difficult for them to secure parliamentary seats despite efforts to increase their participation.
Female politicians frequently encounter gender-biased media coverage that disrespects them and focuses on personal details rather than their political contributions, negatively impacting public perception.
Increasing women's political representation (currently 21.5% in Asia vs. 27% globally) is crucial for fostering equitable societies, shaping inclusive policies, and ensuring balanced decision-making that reflects the entire population.