30% women candidate requirement enacted in Mongolia's political system for upcoming parliamentary elections.

Women candidates in Mongolia are pushing for increased representation in a male-dominated political system. A new law requires parties to ensure 30% of their candidates are women, leading to more women running for office in the country's upcoming parliamentary elections. This change in the voting system, which balances proportional lists with district candidates elected directly by the people, inspires girls to follow in the footsteps of these women leaders.

June 27, 2024
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