Thursday, March 20, 2008

Woman Power II!

For the first time in the history of Malaysia, there is a Chinese woman in the cabinet. Datuk Dr Ng Yen Yen is the first Chinese woman to be appointed to the cabinet as the Women, Family and Community Development Minister.





"It never occurred to me that I would get this position. This is the first time a Chinese woman's voice will be heard in the cabinet." "At long last after 51 years we have a voice," she said.




I noticed that Dr. Ng Yen Yen wears the cheongsam - a traditional Chinese costume, to official functions and dinners. I applaud her for upholding the Chinese culture. I wish the MCA/Gerakan/SUPP and even the DAP Chinese ministers will start to wear the Mandarin lounge suits even if it has to be made from batik.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Yes, its time that recognition is given to women in Malaysia. I have always maintain that most women can perform just as good as men, especially when most would perform with a heart as well as a level head. We wish to see more women being voted into parliament and more ministerial post be given to them, no matter from which political party they come from.

Elegant Coral said...

Well said, Anonymous.