Bangladesh Is Ahead Of India And Pakistan In Female Labor Participation2 min read
In the vibrant tapestry of South Asia’s labor markets, Bangladesh stands out for its remarkable strides in enhancing female labor participation, outshining regional giants India and Pakistan. This progress reflects a broader narrative of socio-economic transformation and gender inclusivity within the nation.
The heartening figures, as reported by the World Bank for 2023, place Bangladesh at the growing stage in terms of female workforce integration in the region. However, despite these advances, the journey towards achieving full gender parity in the labor force is far from over.
Bangladesh is significantly ahead of its South Asian peers, India and Pakistan, in terms of female labor participation. According to World Bank data, female labor participation as a percentage of the total labor force in Bangladesh was 32.4% in 2023, compared to 28.7% in India and 23.2% in Pakistan.