Four women blaze trail in Hong Kong politics

They've taken abuse on the campaign trail, had their children picked on at school and been tagged with unflattering nicknames - but women are slowly climbing to the top in Hong Kong politics.

Since December, an unprecedented four women - Emily Lau Wai-hing, Audrey Eu Yuet-mee, Regina Ip Lau Suk-yee and Selina Chow Liang Shuk-yee - have led major political parties.

It reflects growing participation by women in politics at all levels - from district councils to senior government posts. But women politicians say the challenges remain as family responsibilities and traditional views about the role of women make life tough.

(Source: South China Morning Post)