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Introduction The delegation of Pakistan emphasizes the urgency of addressing restrictive measures, harassment, and assault against women.How the issue affects Pakistan Pakistan continues to face challenges of gender-based violence and restrictive practices, particularly in rural areas.Women are often denied freedom of movement, subjected to harassment in public spaces, and face obstacles in workplaces and educational institutions.Pakistan is committed to strengthening its legal and institutional frameworks to protect women's rights and supports international cooperation through UN Women and related bodies.Moreover, underreporting remains widespread due to social stigma, fear of retaliation, and lack of trust in law enforcement.Gender-based violence is one of the most pressing issues facing women worldwide, limiting their ability to participate fully in society.Pakistan's policies and justification Pakistan has enacted several laws to protect women against harassment and assault.In addition, provincial governments have passed Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection) Acts to safeguard women at home.

Introduction
The delegation of Pakistan emphasizes the urgency of addressing restrictive measures, harassment, and assault against women. Gender-based violence is one of the most pressing issues facing women worldwide, limiting their ability to participate fully in society. Pakistan is committed to strengthening its legal and institutional frameworks to protect women’s rights and supports international cooperation through UN Women and related bodies.

How the issue affects Pakistan
Pakistan continues to face challenges of gender-based violence and restrictive practices, particularly in rural areas. Women are often denied freedom of movement, subjected to harassment in public spaces, and face obstacles in workplaces and educational institutions. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reports that nearly one in three women has experienced some form of physical or emotional violence. Moreover, underreporting remains widespread due to social stigma, fear of retaliation, and lack of trust in law enforcement.

Pakistan’s policies and justification
Pakistan has enacted several laws to protect women against harassment and assault. These include the Protection against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act (2010), the Acid Control and Acid Crime Prevention Act (2011), and the Zainab Alert, Response, and Recovery Act (2020). In addition, provincial governments have passed Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection) Acts to safeguard women at home.