Islamabad, Pakistan — Women members of the National Assembly contributed nearly half of the lower house’s regular plenary agenda during the second parliamentary year of 2025-2026, despite holding less than 22 percent of the seats. According to the latest Women Parliamentarians Performance Report released by the Free and Fair Election Network on March 11, 2026, female MNAs submitted 48 percent of all agenda items. On average, each woman lawmaker raised three times more issues than her male counterparts, submitting 16 items compared with five per male MNA.
Their contributions covered a wide range of national policy areas, including economic affairs, taxation, security, local governance, and parliamentary reforms, challenging the notion that women focus only on gender-specific matters. This strong performance highlights the growing influence of women in Pakistan’s democratic process and their commitment to addressing the nation’s key challenges.
Key Highlights
- Women MNAs accounted for 48 percent of the National Assembly’s plenary agenda in 2025-2026, far exceeding their 22 percent share of seats.
- Each female lawmaker submitted an average of 16 agenda items, three times more than the average male MNA.
- Agenda items addressed broad national issues such as economy, taxation, security and governance, not limited to women’s rights.
- Gender Responsiveness Score stands at 1.0, showing the House treated women’s agenda at the same rate as men’s.
- Women elected on general seats participated more actively in debates than those on reserved seats.
The report, titled “Women Did It Again!”, shows that female lawmakers continue to punch above their weight in Parliament. Their higher per capita contribution and focus on nationwide concerns reflect dedication and a deep sense of responsibility toward the people of Pakistan. This progress is a source of national pride and proves that when women are given space in decision-making, they deliver meaningful results for the entire country.
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Pakistan has steadily strengthened women’s participation in politics over the years through constitutional reforms and reserved seats. The impressive performance of female MNAs in the current Assembly stands as a testament to this journey and inspires younger generations to take an active role in building a stronger, more inclusive nation. As the country moves forward, such contributions from women lawmakers will remain vital for balanced development and good governance.
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