Women remained pivotal to Pakistan’s national progress: Gillani
ISLAMABAD: Acting President Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani on Wednesday said that Pakistan’s democratic strength, economic progress and social cohesion could not be fully realized unless women participated equally in shaping the country’s institutions, economy and future. “If the country is to unlock its full economic potential, we must ensure that women are not only beneficiaries of development, but…
Acting President Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani emphasized the pivotal role of women in Pakistan's national progress during the Pakistan Women Leadership and Policy Summit 2026. He highlighted the historical significance of women like Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah, Begum Shaista Ikramullah, and Benazir Bhutto, who broke barriers and set the stage for women's active participation in shaping the country's institutions, economy, and future.
Gillani stressed that the true measure of Pakistan's progress would be whether women, regardless of their background or region, had equal access to education, finance, technology, markets, and decision-making. He called for a practical agenda focused on access to finance, digital inclusion, women-led enterprises, safe workplaces, leadership development, mentorship, and stronger market linkages to create an environment where women can thrive and lead.
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