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3/13/25, 12:18 PM H.E. Raja Al Mazrouei receives Woman of the Year (Leadership) Gold Award at Citywealth Powerwomen Awards International 2025

Her Excellency continued: “The UAE stands as a distinguished model for women’s empowerment. Guided by the vision of our
wise leadership, the nation has always been keen to implement initiatives that would strengthen women’s roles and enhance their
participation across all sectors. A key example is the National Policy for Empowerment of Emirati Women 2023-2031, led by Her
Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for
Motherhood and Childhood (SCMC), Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF). The policy signifies the
UAE’s relentless efforts in advancing women empowerment to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs) in line with the ‘We
the UAE 2031’ vision.”

“Furthermore, women’s empowerment contributes to reinforcing the UAE’s global reputation. The UAE secured the 10th rank in the
Global Soft Power Index, based on a global report including 193 countries and over 173,000 respondents. In addition, the country
secured top global rankings, including fourth place in Future Growth Potential, seventh in A Strong and Stable Economy, eighth in
Influence, ninth in International Relations, ninth in Influential in Diplomatic Circles and ninth in Advanced Technology and
Innovation,” H.E. further added.

Since assuming her role in May 2023, H.E. Raja Al Mazrouei has been instrumental in reinforcing ECI’s dedication to fostering a
supportive work environment for women, recognising their pivotal role in achieving the organisation’s strategic objectives. This
approach aligns with ECI’s efforts to boost the competitiveness of the UAE’s non-oil exports, facilitate the expansion of locally
produced goods into international markets, and support foreign trade, exports, and re-exports. Her efforts also contribute to
fostering the growth, adaptability and diversification of the national economy.

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