WOMEN'S RIGHTS : DIFFICULT RACE TO THE TOP.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel is considered not only the most powerful politician in Europe, but also the most influential figure in the continent. Despite her importance at Europe's helm, most women still struggle to reach the top positions in the public and private spheres.

After many decades ruled by a male-dominated hierarchy, a woman became the European face in the external world. However, the choice of Catherine Asthon as the first high representative for foreign affairs raised some...