Closing the gender gap in the workforce could add a staggering $28 trillion to the global GDP.

Most countries still have laws that make it harder for women to work than men. This inequality shortchanges not only women but also entire economies.

The United States can do more to support negotiation efforts in Yemen and help the parties find a workable, sustainable solution to the conflict.

This post was coauthored by Alexandra Bro, research associate in the women and foreign policy program. Last week, US voters reshaped the face of Congress, pushing women's representation there clos…

Closing the gender gap in the workforce could add a staggering $28 trillion to the global GDP—yet most countries still have laws that make it harder for women to work than men. Two new CFR interactiv…

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