The role of women in Vietnam was subject to many changes throughout the history of Vietnam. In the past, Vietnamese women were comparably less degraded by the "three submissions" (to father, husband, and eldest son); men have a higher status than women, and sons are valued more highly than daughter. After marriage, a woman would usually become a housewife and a mother. She would be expected to depend upon her husband, as well as perform all the household duties as cooking, cleaning, going to market, and caring for children. But thank to the International Influence, the position and status of women has improved significantly and now, VN women living more easier than in the
