Bolivian president Evo Morales has appointed a new government in which ministerial posts are equally divided between men and women, in a move against gender inequality.
"My dream has finally come true: today we defeated not only social, but also political inequality. Now men and women would be equally involved in public administration," Morales said during the swearing-in ceremony.
Ten women in the new Bolivian government will among others head ministries of justice, anti-corruption, industry, agriculture and health.
"The equality of men and women is a sign of respect to my mother, sister and daughter," he said.
Morales, Bolivia's first fully indigenous national leader, was sworn in for a second five-year term on Friday in the capital La Paz.
Since he came to power, industries including oil-and-gas and transportation, have been nationalized mainly to fund social programs. His Movement for Socialism (MAS) enjoys nearly unanimous support among the poor, rural and indigenous populations.
MEXICO, January 24 (RIA Novosti)
