In Belgium, the employment rates for men have changed significantly between 1970 and 2000. In 1970, the percentage of employed men was 79%, but by 2000, this number had dropped to 19%. In contrast, women’s employment rates did not change much; in 1970, the percentage of employed women was 8%, and by 2000, it slightly decreased to 7%. Belgium experienced the largest change in employment rates for men.
The second country that witnessed significant changes in men’s employment rates is Australia. In 1970, the employment rate for men was 74%, which fell to 47% by 2000. Meanwhile, women’s employment in Australia saw a slight increase; it was 18% in 1970 and rose to 19% by 2000.
The United States ranks third in changes to men’s employment rates. In 1970, 73% of men were employed, but this figure dropped to 55% by 2000. However, the U.S. experienced the most substantial increase in women’s employment, rising from 26% to 38%.
Japan is the fourth country, where men’s employment rates decreased from 84% in 1970 to 76% in 2000. In women’s employment, there was also a decrease; it was 43% in 1970, declining to 40% by 2000.
In conclusion, we can see that the percentage of employed men did not improve in these four countries, while women’s employment varied, with some countries showing growth and others experiencing declines.