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Women play vital role in society - Minister Amunugama

Eventhough the political scene is dominated by the male population ironically, the number of female voters is higher than that of males.

Around 51 percent of women cast their votes in comparison to 49 percent of men at any given election, said Public Administration and Home Affairs Minister Dr. Sarath Amunugama. The Minister was speaking at a women’s seminar at Hedeniya in the Kandy district.

Minister Amunugama said we should not put forward petty politics for each and every issue. Social development should take precedence over party politics. He said women play a vital role in bringing foreign exchange to our country. Housemaids generate the highest in foreign exchange earnings amounting to around US $ 3.4 billion per annum.

Women in the garment industry and estate sector also make a big contribution to the Lankan economy. This goes to show the pivotal role that women play in the economic development of the country.

Minister Amunugama said that today’s women are more smarter and courageous than their male counterparts. Women who yearn for a brighter future will join hands with the Government’s development program to work for a better tomorrow.

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