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Global gender gap narrows, but Asia faces persistent challenges in achieving parity
- The global gender gap has narrowed to 68.8%, with full parity still 123 years away.
- Educational attainment and health show near-parity, but a significant leadership gap persists.
- Women make up 41.2% of the global workforce but hold only 28.8% of top leadership positions.
- Eastern Asia and the Pacific rank fifth globally in gender parity at 69.4%, with notable strength in economic participation.
- New Zealand, Australia, and the Philippines are top performers in the region.
- There is a disconnect between women’s educational advancement and their underrepresentation in senior roles.
- Despite outpacing men in higher education, women's presence in senior leadership roles remains stagnant.
- The underutilization of women's highly skilled human capital is seen as a significant economic inefficiency.
- LinkedIn's Global Head of Public Policy warns of declining progress in women's leadership roles.
- AI disruption and career breaks are major factors affecting women's career progression.
- Women are 55.2% more likely than men to take career breaks due to caregiving responsibilities.
- Strategic HR focus on flexible work arrangements and return-to-work programs is crucial.
- Advancing gender parity is seen as essential for economic renewal and innovation.
- Countries making progress towards gender parity are noted for stronger economic growth and resilience.
- The World Economic Forum emphasizes the importance of utilizing women's skills in leadership roles for economic progress.
- Despite progress, the gender gap situation highlights the need for continued efforts to achieve equality.
- Full gender parity is essential for unlocking the full potential of economies in the AI-powered era.
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