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The Taliban has recently announced a decision to reduce the salaries of female employees, a move that has sparked widespread concern and criticism both domestically and internationally. This latest policy is part of a series of controversial measures imposed by the Taliban since their return to power in August 2021.
According to reports, the salary cuts have affected women across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and public administration. The Taliban administration has cited economic constraints and budgetary realignments as reasons for the reductions. However, critics argue that this measure is another step in the systematic marginalization of women in Afghan society.
International organizations and human rights groups have condemned the Taliban’s decision, calling it a violation of women’s rights and a setback for gender equality in Afghanistan. This action further restricts women’s ability to participate fully in society and undermines their economic independence.
The salary cuts come amid a broader context of restrictions on women’s freedoms under Taliban rule. Since taking power, the Taliban has imposed measures that limit women’s access to education, employment, and public life, drawing parallels to the repressive regime of the late 1990s.
The international community has expressed concerns over these developments, with many countries and organizations urging the Taliban to uphold human rights and gender equality. The United Nations has called on the Taliban to reverse the salary cuts and to take meaningful steps to support and empower women in Afghanistan.
Despite these challenges, Afghan women continue to show resilience. Protests and advocacy efforts have been ongoing, with women demanding their rights and calling for the international community to hold the Taliban accountable.
As Afghanistan faces economic hardships and humanitarian crises, the reduction of salaries for women employees adds another layer of difficulty for families already struggling to survive. The international response and pressure will be crucial in shaping the future course of policies affecting women in Afghanistan.
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NPR News: 07-10-2024 2AM EDT
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