Why Japan's Women Problem Is So Hard to Fix

The video discusses Japan's womenomics initiative led by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, aiming to increase female participation in the workforce and leadership roles. Despite some progress, cultural barriers and a deep-rooted expectation for women to be primary caregivers hinder significant change. Japan faces a high gender pay gap and low female political representation. Abe's cabinet and managerial positions in companies still lack female presence. Some suggest legally binding quotas to drive real change, potentially boosting Japan's GDP by $550 billion.

What percentage of managerial positions are held by women in Japan, and how does this compare to China and the US?

What economic benefits could arise from achieving gender parity in Japan according to the report mentioned?