China returns to top 100 in gender parity ranking for first time since 2016

China has improved its ranking in the global gender parity index, moving up to 96th place out of 145 economies. This marks the first time since 2016 that China has entered the top 100. The improvement is significant, with China closing 69.9% of its gender gap in 2025, a 1.3 percentage point increase from the previous year. This shift is a positive sign for China's economy and society, as it indicates progress towards greater equality between men and women.

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China's return to the top 100 in gender parity ranking indicates progress in gender equality. This progress could lead to increased female participation in the workforce and improved economic outcomes.

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