Nancy: Care economy to be included in country’s development


Empowering women: Advocates taking part in the Jerayawara Kasih programme’s Larian Ria event in Kepala Batas, Penang. — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: A care economy will be included in the national development and economic planning as many care activities done by women are often unpaid and unrecognised, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.

She said the work burden on women often left many with little time to pursue opportunities and growth.

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