Female protesters and other activists on Thursday held marches, rallies and demonstrations across the globe to highlight domestic violence, sexual attacks, and discrimination in jobs and wages on International Women’s Day. ADVERTISEMENTIn Manila, hundreds of activists in pink and purple shirts protested against President Duterte, calling him among the worst violators of women’s rights in Asia. Suu Kyi’s speech marked the third International Women’s Day celebrated in Myanmar under a civilian government. “Also by using women’s strength and ability, it will be supportive to the development of the economy as well,” she added. Other International Women’s Day events were planned across Asia, Middle East, Europe and the Americas.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer March 08, 2018 23:26 UTC