Pakistan will host the 9th Ministerial Conference on Women of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Islamabad from July 12-13, bringing together approximately 190 delegates from 57 OIC member states, including ministers, senior government officials, and prominent women leaders.
Conference Objectives and Focus Areas
The two-day conference aims to strengthen cooperation among OIC member states for the empowerment of women by promoting their social, economic, political, and professional participation while advancing inclusive and sustainable development across the Muslim world. According to official details, delegates will deliberate on measures to expand women’s access to economic opportunities, financial systems, entrepreneurship, technology, and digital platforms, besides addressing the digital gender gap and enhancing financial inclusion.
Strategies for Women’s Participation
The conference will also discuss strategies to improve women’s participation in decision-making processes and review progress made on commitments adopted at previous OIC ministerial conferences. Participants are expected to exchange experiences and best practices while exploring new avenues for promoting women’s rights and socio-economic development within member states.
Focus on Education, Healthcare, and Inclusive Growth
The meeting will further focus on expanding women’s access to quality education and healthcare and promoting policies aimed at achieving inclusive growth and sustainable development across the Muslim world. The conference builds on the outcomes of previous OIC ministerial meetings on women, particularly the eighth session held in Cairo in 2021, which focused on women’s empowerment, protection frameworks, and enhancing their socio-economic participation.
Pakistan’s Role and Commitment
Pakistan, as the host country, is expected to use the conference as a platform to reaffirm its commitment to strengthening cooperation among OIC member states for promoting gender-inclusive development and creating greater opportunities for women across diverse sectors.
