Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. Amid global concerns over the denial of basic rights to women and girls in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, the World Bank, in its latest report, stated that the country ranks a lowly 178th when it comes to the participation of women in economic pursuits. World News | Under Global Spotlight for Its Oppressive Policies, Afghanistan Ranks 178th on Women's Economic Participation in World Bank Report.