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Vietnam ranks as world’s 72nd for gender equality | Look At Vietnam - Vietnam news daily update: "Vietnam ranks as world’s 72nd for gender equality

October 14, 2010 about News, Social

The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) annual report has ranked Vietnam as 72nd for gender equality in terms of politics, education, job and health. LookAtVietnam - The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) annual report has ranked Vietnam as 72nd for gender equality in terms of politics, education, job and health.

Vietnam was listed for the first time in the WEF’s annual report in 2007, at the 42nd.position. It ranked 68th in 2008 and 71st in 2009.

Iceland tops the list this year, for the second consecutive time. Northern European countries rule the ranking, with Norway, Finland and Sweden in the top five.

The Philippines holds the highest, 9th position in the list among Asian countries . The three countries at the bottom include Pakistan (132nd), Chad (133rd) and Yemen (134th).

“Gender equality has direct influence on the competitiveness of an economy. Women must be treated equally if their countries want to develop,” said WEF Chair Klaus Schawab.

Here are the top 15 countries: Iceland, Norway, Finland, Sweden, New Zealand, Ireland, Denmark, Lesotho, Philippines, Switzerland, Spain, South Africa, Germany, Belgium and Great Britain.

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“I can’t say what made me fall in love with Vietnam - that a woman’s voice can drug you; that everything is so intense. The colors, the taste, even the rain. Nothing like the filthy rain in London. They say whatever you’re looking for, you will find here. They say you come to Vietnam and you understand a lot in a few minutes, but the rest has got to be lived. The smell: that’s the first thing that hits you, promising everything in exchange for your soul. And the heat. Your shirt is straightaway a rag. You can hardly remember your name, or what you came to escape from. But at night, there’s a breeze. The river is beautiful. You could be forgiven for thinking there was no war; that the gunshots were fireworks; that only pleasure matters. A pipe of opium, or the touch of a girl who might tell you she loves you. And then, something happens, as you knew it would. And nothing can ever be the same again.”
― Graham Greene, The Quiet American

Tips on Travel to Vietnam

It's always warm in Southeast Asia apart from high mountains, so leave the heavy clothing at home. Cotton and breathable fabrics are always better than synthetics -- although cotton does wrinkle a lot when traveling! December through April is roughly the dry season in that region, although it can still rain a little. December is a good time to go in terms of temperature -- cooler than in the humid summertime. Either way, wearing more clothing (shirt sleeves and long pants) is always more respectful towards the Asian culture, especially when visiting temples and rural areas.