What is the ‘pink tax’ and how does it hinder women?

Gender-based price disparities are known as pink taxes.
The pink tax has long imposed an economic burden on women – especially since women continue to earn less than men.
The United Nations has called on countries to eliminate the pink tax to ensure women have full and equal access to economic participation.

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