Gender statistics help policymakers recognize the differences and inequalities between women and men, as well as their needs and priorities. Thence, policymakers have a foundation to develop, review, implement, and monitor socio economic development policies and programs, ensuring maximum benefits for both women and men, while promoting substantive gender equality across all sectors.

In 2024, the world economy continued to perform in a complex and unpredictable situation with many risky and uncertain factors. For instance, military conflicts continued to escalate, strategic competition between major countries became increasingly fierce, many countries strengthened trade protection policies, public debt and budget deficits increased, some major economies witnessed economic slowdown, and the global supply chain disrupted partially.