Women severely under-represented again, say analysts

Dr Awang Azman Awang Pawi

PETALING JAYA: There are 71 women from across all political parties running in the six state elections, which falls short of the 30% target for women’s involvement in political and public life.

The 71 women, out of a total of 570 candidates, will be contesting in Negri Sembilan, Selangor, Penang, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu in the elections on Aug 12.