Key Takeaways
- Pakistan will host the 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women from July 12-13, 2026.
- The conference aims to address women's issues and promote gender equality in member countries.
- Preparations are underway with a focus on venue, programme, delegate facilitation, and security.
Pakistan is set to host the 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women from July 12-13, 2026, in Islamabad. The announcement was made by the Foreign Office during a meeting of the High-Level Committee overseeing preparations for the event.
The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, chaired the meeting, which also included senior officials from relevant ministries such as Human Rights and the Cabinet Division. The committee reviewed various aspects of the conference, including venue arrangements, programme details, delegate facilitation, protocol, security measures, logistics, media coverage, and inter-ministerial coordination.
The Deputy Prime Minister stressed the importance of flawless execution during the final stage of preparations. He instructed all concerned ministries and agencies to remain fully engaged, strengthen coordination, and ensure that outstanding tasks are completed within the stipulated timelines. The meeting was attended by key officials such as SAPM Tariq Bajwa and Parliamentary Secretary for Human Rights Saba Sadiq.
The conference is expected to bring together representatives from member countries of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to discuss strategies and initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality, women's empowerment, and addressing challenges faced by women in various sectors. The event will provide a platform for sharing best practices and fostering cooperation among OIC nations.
Preparations are well underway with a detailed review of the conference venue, programme, delegate facilitation, protocol, security, logistics, media arrangements, and inter-ministerial coordination. These measures aim to ensure the smooth and successful conduct of the Conference. The Foreign Office has emphasized the need for meticulous planning and execution to make this event a significant milestone in advancing women's rights within the OIC.
The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted the importance of ensuring that all aspects of the conference are handled with utmost care, from venue selection to security arrangements. He stressed the need for seamless coordination among various ministries and agencies involved in the preparations. The committee is committed to addressing any outstanding tasks and completing them within the stipulated timelines.
The OIC Ministerial Conference on Women has been a platform for discussing critical issues related to women's rights and gender equality since its inception. This year, Pakistan’s hosting of the conference presents an opportunity to showcase the country’s commitment to these principles and to contribute to global efforts towards achieving gender parity.
