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“I have a theory that women are generally given space and appointed to jobs when the situation is tough. I've observed that in many instances. In times of crisis, women eventually are called upon to sort out the mess, face the difficult issues and be completely focused on restoring the situation.”

Quote by Christine Lagarde

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Christine Lagarde

Christine Lagarde, born on January 1, 1956, is an accomplished lawyer with a significant impact in the field of international finance. She served as the Minister of Finance for France and became the first female Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 2011. more

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