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BBC: Saudi Arabia's king appoints women to Shura Council

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Thirty women have been appointed to the Shura Council by Saudi Arabia’s king Abdullah, for a 4-year term. This number represents a fifth of council’s seats. The decision was taken following consultations with religious leaders. In 2014, women will get the vote for the first time.

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Thirty women have been appointed to the Shura Council by Saudi Arabia’s king Abdullah

Thirty women have been appointed to the Shura Council by Saudi Arabia’s king Abdullah, for a 4-year term. This number represents a fifth of council’s seats. The decision was taken following consultations with religious leaders. In 2014, women will get the vote for the first time.

Read the article on BBC

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