China: Women in parliament
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| China |
Women in parliament, percent |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 26.54 |
| Year | 2024 |
| Measure | percent |
| Data availability | 1998 - 2024 |
| Average | 22.71 |
| Min - Max | 20.23 - 26.54 |
| Source | The World Bank |
The latest value from 2024 is 26.54 percent, unchanged from 26.54 percent in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 25.88 percent, based on data from 177 countries. Historically, the average for China from 1998 to 2024 is 22.71 percent. The minimum value, 20.23 percent, was reached in 2003 while the maximum of 26.54 percent was recorded in 2023.
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Definition: Women in parliaments are the percentage of parliamentary seats in a single or lower chamber held by women.
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happiness index | 5.92 | 2025 | points |
| Human development | 0.797 | 2023 | points |
| Women in parliament | 26.54 | 2024 | percent |
| Land area | 9,388,210 | 2023 | sq. km |