Yingluck does not mark 'Year of the Woman'
SPECIAL REPORT: Despite an edict of 'fair' ratios of men and women candidates, no parties toe the line.
- Published: 31/05/2011 at 02:24 AM
- Newspaper section: News
Yingluck Shinawatra's first foray into politics and her effort to break the glass ceiling by contesting the post of prime minister, has barely generated a ripple of excitement among women's rights advocates.
The reason is political. The ties between Ms Yingluck and her brother - ousted Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra - invoke deep-rooted sentiments that divide Thai society.
And despite the fact that the country now has its first woman running for prime minister, gender equality in Thai politics is still less than impressive and has a long way to go.
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About the author
- Writer: Achara Ashayagachat
- Position: Reporter
