Specifically, were they posted to the same embassies and did they enjoy separate or combined rights? Also, more information would be welcome on efforts to increase the awareness of foreign service officers with regard to personnel policy. 121. Ms. GUAN MINQIAN requested more specific figures on the number of women serving in international organizations. What was the ratio between men and women? 122. Ms. ILIC asked for more information on the special unpaid leave granted to the spouse in cases where a couple was posted abroad. Was that unpaid leave used mainly by women? Could the period of the special unpaid leave be counted for promotion purposes and for other benefits provided to international civil servants? 123. Ms. BERNARD asked whether efforts were being made to encourage women to join the diplomatic service, since the current number of female diplomats was rather low. Also, what were the possibilities of advancement for women in the diplomatic service? 124. Ms. SCHOPP-SCHILLING requested clarification with regard to the manner in which the work of a diplomat's wife was recognized. 125. Ms. LAIOU-ANTONIOU asked how many times the special unpaid leave for spouses could be used.
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing issues related to the employment and working conditions of foreign service officers, specifically with regards to women's representation and benefits. It seems to be focused on the organizational and administrative aspects of international diplomacy, rather than any specific policy or program related to a particular field.

**Category**
Employment, Humanitarian aid and relief