KUALA LUMPUR: The flexible work arrangement, care work support, men's involvement in childcare and the removal of policies that could threaten women's opportunities to join the labour force can help boost their growth in the labour market.
Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) chairman Tan Sri Nor Mohamed Yakcop said at present, the participation rate of women in the labour market was lower at 55 per cent compared to men at 88 per cent.
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