If women decide that their mission, their political career, balances out what they have to give up, they can be and are equally successful as men.

As a woman, I think my style defines my leadership in that it's a gentler, more compassionate approach. Rather than tell people what's good for them, I consult, I listen and I compromise where it's in the best interest of the citizens.

I believe that the world has become more democratic and open. Women have become more outspoken, more active and competitive. They have achieved great accomplishments in many fields that were previously dominated by men.

There are many examples of female leaders who are not afraid to take responsibility and openly face the challenges in the worst situations.

If women decide that their mission, their political career, balances out what they have to give up, they can be and are equally successful as men.

Traditionally, women have a lot of different roles in society. It is very difficult to balance all these roles and at the same time to compete with men. A leading, successful woman has to put in much bigger efforts to be more competent and faster, more dynamic and organized, than a successful man.

I am a person of action. If I see I can bring a positive change, I will go for it, never mind that something might be hard to achieve.