A World Bank report reveals that less than 5% of women globally enjoy full legal equality. This issue was a focal point at a forum in Bukhara, where discussions highlighted the importance of investing in women and education for long-term development in Asia. Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev noted improvements in women's representation in public administration and higher education. UN officials emphasized the significance of demographic data for effective policy-making and the link between gender equality and economic resilience.