The value in obtaining input from stakeholders, including women and women’s organisations, lies in obtaining, to the extent possible, a wide range of inputs for evidence-based decision making. This recognition was reflected in the Regional Charter on the importance of transparency in the regulatory and rule-making process. In this context, MENA countries often report undertaking public consultations when developing draft programmes or laws (Figure 4.9). Draft primary legislation - Yes, in some cases - Bahrain, Egypt, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestinian Authority; No, not foreseen - Kuwait, Tunisia; No, but foreseen - Yemen.