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This publication in the first part discusses the world economy and womens situation, and provides some general reflections on womens position in society. It analyses the interrelationship between the factors underlying the historical division of labour at both the macro and micro levels of the economy. The second part examines womens position in traditional and modern economies. It provides both a theoretical approach to interlinkages between macro and micro economic analysis and their impact on women. The third part focuses on the need for future changes, outlining some prerequisites for development and the impact on women as agents and beneficiaries of development.