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The World Development Indicators Database mirrors these conclusions, finding that only 49 per cent of women aged 15-64 are in the labour force, much lower than the 75 per cent of men in the same age group. Employed Filipino women accounted for as much as 44 per cent of job losses in the second quarter of 2020, higher than 38-39 per cent share in 2019 before the pandemic hit.

However, the World Bank identified some gender gaps in trading and customs brokerage, including access to information and awareness of regulations, and membership in trade or industry associations. It was thus recommended that the role of women in trade associations and women-oriented associations be enhanced through programs such as workshops and mentoring programs. Another recommendation was to make the regulations clearer and more accessible to women.

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