On this International Women’s Day, we honor the courage, resilience, and leadership of women whose determination continues to transform societies, strengthen communities, and inspire future generations. Women’s voices, talents, and aspirations are essential drivers of inclusive development, responsive governance, and sustainable peace.

Pakistan remains steadfast in advancing the rights and empowerment of women and girls. Our Constitution guarantees equality and protection against discrimination, and as a State Party to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), Pakistan continues to pursue legislative, policy, and institutional reforms that strengthen women’s participation and leadership. Pakistan is also proud to host the 9th Ministerial Conference on Women of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) this year, reflecting our commitment to advancing women’s rights across the Islamic world and beyond.

Pakistan has built a comprehensive framework to promote gender-sensitive legislation, oversight, and accountability. Women are increasingly taking on leadership roles across political institutions, the executive, the judiciary, the civil service, the armed forces, NGOs, and the public and private corporate sectors. They are also representing Pakistan with distinction in diplomacy and international organizations. These efforts are supported by expanded legal protections, social safety nets, financial inclusion initiatives, and programs for women entrepreneurs.

We will continue to advocate for the rights of women and girls, including our Kashmiri sisters enduring decades of occupation and human rights violations in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. We also stand in solidarity with the mothers and daughters of Palestine, who face unspeakable violence and deprivation under the relentless aggression of the occupying force. The struggles of these women and girls remind us that women’s rights cannot be secured in isolation.

Islamabad
March 08,2026